Chef de Partie - Banquets - Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers

Hilton Worldwide, Inc.; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company in Abu Dhabi seeks a Chef de Partie to supervise kitchen staff and ensure high levels of food preparation. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of experience, a relevant cookery qualification, and strong coaching skills. This role includes responsibility for training staff, maintaining hygiene standards, and contributing to positive guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Chef de Partie or strong Demi Chef de Partie experience.
• Current valid trade commercial cookery qualification required.
• Strong supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise staff and ensure high food preparation standards.
• Prepare and present high-quality food.
• Assist in training of staff and maintain hygiene standards.

Skills

Coaching skills

Ability to work under pressure

Team motivation

Education

Trade commercial cookery qualification

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Overview

Chef de Partie - Banquets - Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers. Location: Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers, Etihad Towers West Corniche, Abu Dhabi. A Chef de Partie is responsible for supervising staff and ensuring high levels of food preparation to deliver an excellent Guest and Member experience while assisting with food cost controls.

What will I be doing?

A Chef de Partie will supervise staff and ensure high levels of food preparation to deliver an excellent Guest and Member experience. A Chef de Partie will also be required to assist with food cost controls. Specifically, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

• Ensure all food preparation meets standards
• Prepare and present high quality food
• Keep all working areas clean and tidy and ensure no cross contamination
• Prepare all mis-en-place for all relevant menus
• Assist in positive outcomes from guest queries in a timely and efficient manner
• Ensure food stuffs are of a good quality and stored correctly
• Contribute to controlling costs, improving gross profit margins, and other departmental and financial targets
• Assist other departments wherever necessary and maintain good working relationships
• Assist Head Chef/Sous Chef in the training of all staff in compliance of company procedures
• Report maintenance, hygiene and hazard issues
• Comply with hotel security, fire regulations and all health and safety and food safety legislation
• Be environmentally aware

What are we looking for?

A Chef de Partie serving Hilton brands is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviours, skills, and values that follow:

• A minimum of 2 years of previous experience as a Chef de Partie or strong experience as a Demi Chef de Partie role
• A current, valid, and relevant trade commercial cookery qualification (proof may be required)
• Strong coaching skills
• Ability and desire to motivating Team
• Achieved Basic Food Hygiene Certificate
• Supervisory experience
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to work on own or in teams

It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:

• Intermediate Food Hygiene
• Knowledge of current food trends

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!