Chef de Partie - Chinese / Cantonese Kitchen

Rosewood Hotel Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 156,000 - 234,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Paid time off

Complimentary room nights

Learning & development opportunities

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Rosewood Abu Dhabi is seeking a Chef de Partie to lead the daily operation of an assigned kitchen section, ensuring quality and consistency in line with Rosewood's standards.

You will mentor junior staff, manage mise en place, monitor portions, support cost controls, and uphold health and safety standards while delivering exceptional dining experiences for our guests.

Qualifications

• Extensive culinary experience in luxury hotel, resort, or quality-driven restaurant environments.
• Strong technical culinary knowledge across cuisines and techniques.
• Leadership skills with ability to coach and develop kitchen staff.
• Excellent organization, attention to detail, and ability to perform under pressure.
• Fluent English; additional languages welcome.

Responsibilities

• Lead the daily operation of an assigned kitchen section, upholding Rosewood's quality standards.
• Prepare and present menu items per established recipes, standards, and presentation guidelines.
• Monitor product quality, portions, and food consistency; assist with cost management initiatives.
• Maintain stock levels and support inventory control and mise en place.
• Coach and mentor junior culinary associates and ensure adherence to safety standards.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Coaching & mentorship

Menu planning

Cost control & portioning

Food safety & sanitation

English fluency

Job description

General InformationCountry/RegionUnited Arab EmiratesProvince/CityAbu DhabiHiring EntityRosewood Abu DhabiDepartmentFood & Beverage - CulinaryJob TypeFull-time PermanentJob DescriptionOUR PURPOSE AND CULTUREWe are driven to create a future where people and place enrich one another. We are wholly committed to rooting ourselves more deeply in every place we are in while setting new benchmarks for positive impact.As a pioneering collective with a common purpose, we curate extraordinary moments and honor the soul of every place along our journey. At Rosewood Hotel Group, we answer The Calling. Together, we Make the Place.THE TEAMThe Culinary team at Rosewood Abu Dhabi is committed to delivering exceptional dining experiences through creativity, craftsmanship, and operational excellence. Working across our restaurants, lounges, banqueting operations, and in-room dining venues, the team consistently strives to exceed guest expectations through outstanding food quality and innovation.As a Chef de Partie, you will report to the Junior Sous Chef and play a key role in leading your assigned kitchen section while supporting the development of junior culinary associates and contributing to the success of the overall culinary operation.YOUR ROLEAs a Chef de Partie, you will be responsible for the efficient operation of your assigned kitchen section, ensuring the preparation and presentation of food consistently meet Rosewood's quality standards, recipes, and operational objectives.You will support kitchen leadership in maintaining food quality, controlling costs, developing team members, and ensuring that all culinary operations are conducted in accordance with health, safety, and sanitation standards. Through your expertise and leadership, you will help create exceptional dining experiences for our guests.HOW YOU’LL MAKE THE PLACELead the daily operation of an assigned kitchen section, ensuring quality, consistency, and service excellencePrepare and present menu items according to established recipes, culinary standards, and presentation guidelinesMonitor product quality, portion control, and food consistency while supporting cost management initiativesMaintain appropriate stock levels and support inventory control and mise en place preparationCoach and mentor junior culinary associates, supporting their growth and development within the kitchen brigadeEnsure compliance with food safety, hygiene, sanitation, and workplace safety standards at all timesCOULD THIS BE YOU?You have extensive culinary experience within a luxury hotel, resort, or quality-driven restaurant environmentYou are passionate about food, culinary innovation, and creating memorable guest experiencesYou possess strong technical culinary knowledge and experience across a variety of cuisines and cooking techniquesYou have leadership skills and enjoy coaching and developing team membersYou demonstrate strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to perform effectively under pressureYou communicate fluently in English; additional language skills are considered an advantageOUR BENEFITSAs part of our team, you’ll enjoy a thoughtfully designed benefits package that supports your wellbeing, professional growth, and life beyond work. This includes medical coverage, paid time off, complimentary room nights, learning and development opportunities, global career opportunities, and industry-leading paid parental leave supporting eligible associates across all paths to parenthood.OUR COMMITMENT TO YOUAt Rosewood Hotel Group, your voice is heard and valued. We’re a community that encourages associates to be themselves, not fit into a fixed culture, and this philosophy shines through in our commitment to reflect and honor the history, culture, and geography of our destinations. We are committed to building meaningful relationships, fostering inclusion, and creating an environment where everyone can thrive through our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) strategy.About UsLocated on Al Maryah Island at the core of Abu Dhabi’s new Central Business District (CBD), Rosewood Abu Dhabi is a five-star luxury hotel inspired by the glistening Arabian Gulf, reflecting the history, architecture, and culture of Abu Dhabi. You will discover spacious guest rooms, fine dining, and world-class amenities married to stunning views.