Chef de Partie

AlphaMind Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

Multicultural environment

Exposure to high-profile projects

Dynamic work culture

Job summary

AlphaMind is opening Café Kira in Dubai and seeks an experienced Chef de Partie to join the culinary team, independently managing a kitchen section while upholding high standards in a fast-paced, luxury setting. The role demands hands-on leadership, HACCP knowledge, and the ability to train junior staff; pre-opening experience is a plus.

You will work within a dynamic, multicultural team delivering exceptional guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie is mandatory in premium/high-volume settings.
• Solid knowledge of HACCP, food safety, inventory control and kitchen organization.
• Strong leadership and ability to train junior kitchen staff.
• Ability to manage a kitchen section independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of the assigned kitchen section, ensuring efficient preparation and smooth service.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, consistency, presentation, and portion control.
• Organize and supervise daily mise en place, ensuring readiness for service.
• Train and guide junior chefs, maintaining discipline, teamwork, and operational efficiency.
• Follow standardized recipes, SOPs, and HACCP regulations.
• Monitor stock levels, minimize food waste, and maintain proper inventory rotation.
• Support the senior culinary team during the pre-opening phase, including kitchen setup, recipe implementation, and team training.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and effective communication across kitchen sections.

Skills

Culinary skills

Time management

Communication

Problem solving

Job description

About AlphaMind

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.

About AlphaMind

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.

Café KIRA is positioned as a more casual, everyday version of KIRA—combining elevated café dining, pastries, drinks and evening dining in a sophisticated Jumeirah neighborhood setting.

Role Overview

Café Kira is looking for an experienced and motivated Chef de Partie to join our culinary team for the opening of our new concept.

We are seeking a skilled culinary professional who can independently manage a kitchen section, maintain KIRA's high culinary standards, and perform efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of the assigned kitchen section, ensuring efficient preparation and smooth service.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, consistency, presentation, and portion control.
• Organize and supervise daily mise en place, ensuring readiness for service.
• Train and guide junior chefs, maintaining discipline, teamwork, and operational efficiency.
• Follow standardized recipes, SOPs, and HACCP regulations.
• Monitor stock levels, minimize food waste, and maintain proper inventory rotation.
• Support the senior culinary team during the pre-opening phase, including kitchen setup, recipe implementation, and team training.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and effective communication across kitchen sections.

Candidate Requirements

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie is mandatory, preferably in a premium, high-volume restaurant or luxury hospitality environment.
• Strong culinary knowledge and the ability to independently manage a kitchen section.
• Proven experience in fast-paced kitchen operations.
• Experience supervising and training junior kitchen staff.
• Solid knowledge of HACCP, food safety, inventory control, and kitchen organization.
• Excellent time-management, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• A hands-on approach, strong attention to detail, and the ability to perform under pressure.
• Previous pre-opening experience is an advantage.

What We Are Looking For

A proactive, organized, and reliable chef who takes ownership of their section, leads by example, and consistently delivers high-quality results. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong teamwork, adaptability, and a genuine commitment to maintaining KIRA's culinary standards.

Join our opening team and be part of bringing Café Kira to life.

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.