Chef de Partie

Alphamind; Dubai; On-site; AED 100,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Multicultural environment

Exposure to high-profile projects

Dynamic hospitality group

Job summary

AlphaMind Group is seeking a skilled Chef de Partie for Kira, a luxury restaurant in Dubai. The role focuses on leading a section, maintaining high-quality execution, and adhering to HACCP standards.

You will supervise junior staff and contribute to menu development in a fast-paced kitchen. Experience in fine dining or high-volume settings is preferred, with strong English communication and the ability to work evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• At least 3–5 years of kitchen experience across a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to train and lead a small kitchen team.
• Knowledge of food cost, ordering and stock control.

Responsibilities

• Run the assigned section during service, ensuring quality and timing.
• Plan mise en place and prep against bookings and expected covers.
• Cook and plate dishes according to standard recipes and plating guides.
• Supervise and guide junior cooks (Demi Chef de Partie and Commis).
• Check dishes leaving the section and ensure consistency.
• Assist in menu development and recipe documentation.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Team leadership

Food cost control

Culinary techniques

English proficiency

Education

Culinary school certificate

Job description

AlphaMind is a global lifestyle and hospitality entity born from a strategic partnership between ADMO Lifestyle Holding and Addmind Hospitality. Combining the expertise of two industry leaders, AlphaMind develops and operates world-class restaurants, lounge bars, beach clubs, nightlife destinations, and lifestyle concepts across the UAE, Europe, and beyond. Its portfolio includes iconic brands such as CLAP, KIRA, LITT, Bar du Port, Iris, and other award-winning hospitality experiences.

Driven by creativity, innovation, and exceptional guest experiences, AlphaMind continues to expand its footprint globally while maintaining the highest standards of operational excellence and hospitality.

About Kira

Kira is a restaurant with two distinct bars serving a discerning, luxury clientele. We are known for elevated cuisine, an exceptional beverage program, and a level of hospitality that matches the expectations of our guests. We are looking for an experienced, craft-focused bartender to join our team and help maintain the standard of excellence our guests expect.

Role Overview

Kira is hiring a Chef de Partie to run a section of the kitchen. The role covers preparation, service, team supervision and consistent quality on the assigned station. The Chef de Partie reports to the Sous Chef and Head Chef. This is a full-time, shift-based position.

Key Responsibilities

• Run the assigned section independently during service, keeping quality, timing and presentation consistent
• Plan and prepare daily mise en place against bookings and expected covers
• Cook and plate every dish to Kira's standard recipes and plating guides
• Supervise, train and guide the Demi Chef de Partie and Commis in the section
• Check every dish leaving the section before it reaches the pass
• Help develop new dishes, seasonal specials and menu changes with the Sous Chef and Head Chef
• Write and update recipe and specification cards for the section
• Place daily orders, check deliveries and control stock using FIFO
• Monitor food cost, portion control and wastage for the section
• Make sure section equipment is maintained and report faults promptly
• Support other sections and cover for the Sous Chef when needed

Food safety and hygiene

• Make sure the section follows Dubai Municipality food safety rules and Kira's HACCP plan
• Check and sign off temperature logs, labelling and storage in the section
• Enforce correct cross-contamination and allergen procedures
• Lead cleaning schedules and end-of-shift checklists for the section
• Hold a valid Dubai Municipality food hygiene certificate, or obtain one within the required time

Requirements

• At least 3 to 5 years of kitchen experience, including at least 1 to 2 years as Demi Chef de Partie or Chef de Partie
• Strong cooking skills across classic techniques, sauces, butchery and fish preparation
• Proven experience training and leading a small team
• Knowledge of food cost, ordering and stock control
• Culinary school certificate or equivalent professional training
• Good spoken and written English
• Able to work long shifts in a hot kitchen and lift up to 20 kg
• Flexible to work evenings, weekends and public holidays
• Preferred: UAE or GCC experience in a fine-dining or high-volume restaurant
• Organised, calm under pressure, a clear communicator and a good team player

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work with one of the region's leading hospitality and lifestyle groups.
• Dynamic, collaborative, and multicultural work environment.
• Exposure to high-profile hospitality and development projects.
• Career growth and professional development opportunities.

Join Us

If you are a proactive and detail-oriented professional with a passion for project coordination and hospitality, we would love to hear from you.