Chef De Partie - Continental

Emirates Flight Catering; Dubai; Presencial; AED 180.000 - 240.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary & benefits

Two duty meals provided

Health and wellness coverage

Paid time off and holidays

Performance-based bonus & salaryReview

NAJM Awards recognition

Learning & development support

Team events

Descripción de la vacante

Emirates Flight Catering (EKFC) seeks a skilled culinary professional to lead timely prep of department items, ensuring quality, accuracy and adherence to recipes and passenger load. You will monitor storage, portion control and waste, and drive cost-saving measures while maintaining high production standards.

You will train staff on products, processes, menus and equipment, manage material/staff allocations, and pursue recipe revisions.

Formación

• Education: High school diploma or Diploma in Hotel Management.
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience in the culinary field.
• Knowledge and experience of food products and processes in a facility with extensive in-house production.
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of all aspects of cooking. International recipe exposure.
• Some exposure to creating recipes, menu development and costing.

Responsabilidades

• Responsible for timely and efficient preparation of all departmental/section food items according to specifications, recipes and passenger load requirements.
• Monitor product storage, handling and consumption at all stages of production ensuring compliance to production standards and specifications.
• Monitor portion and waste control to optimise cost. Investigate variances and take corrective action.
• Train and communicate to staff on products, processes, menus, ingredients and equipment in the area of operation on an ongoing basis.
• Manage resource allocations in terms of material, staff and equipment in a logical and effective manner to deliver outputs.
• Propose, define and implement ways to reduce costs/expenses and act as a bridge between seniors and the team.
• Propose and implement recipe/ specification revisions in accordance with established procedures.
• Monitor equipment downtime and plan preventive maintenance schedules.
• Train and guide the team to ensure scheduling and prioritizing of work to avoid delays or quality concerns.
• Adhere and apply all systems and procedures including SOPs, GMPs, ISO9001-2008 QMS, OHSAS.

Conocimientos

Kitchen automation & equipment

Food prep & presentation

Problem solving & decision making

Willingness to learn

Educación

High school diploma

Diploma in Hotel Management

Herramientas

Knife skills

Descripción del empleo

Responsible for timely and efficient preparation of all departmental/section food items according to the specifications, recipes and passenger load requirements.

Monitor product storage, handling and consumption at all stages of production ensuring compliance to production standards and specifications.

Monitor portion and waste control to optimise cost. Actively participate in creating awareness on waste, material usage and efficiency; investigate variances and take corrective action

Train and communicate to staff on products, processes, menus, ingredients and equipment in the area of operation on an ongoing basis.

Manage resource allocations in terms of material, staff and equipment in a logical and effective manner to deliver desired outputs of the department.

Propose, define and implement ways to reduce costs/ expenses in a pro-active manner and act as a bridge between seniors and the team, for cascade and escalation of issues/ideas.

Propose and implement recipe/ specification revisions in accordance with established procedures.

Monitor and report equipment downtime and work with concerned team to design preventive maintenance schedules for his/her area/section.

Train and guide the team to ensure scheduling and prioritizing of work to avoid any delays or quality concerns and to accommodate late orders or changes where reasonable.

Adhere and apply all systems and procedures applicable in the workplace in accordance with company policies including but not limited to SOPs, GMPs, ISO9001-2008 QMS, OHSAS etc.

Qualifications

Education Qualification:

High school diploma or Diploma in Hotel Management

Work Experience:

Minimum of 4 years’ experience in the culinary field

Knowledge and experience of food products and processes in a facility with extensive in-house production.

Excellent knowledge and understanding of all aspects of cooking. International recipe exposure

Some exposure to creating recipes, menu development and costing

Skills:

Working knowledge of automated machines in kitchen or bakery, knife skills

Food preparation and presentation skills

Willingness to take on responsibility and ability

Problem solving and decision making ability in real time, creative and out of box thinking

Willingness to learn, adapt and train him/herself in line with the organizational growth and technical advances.

At Emirates Flight Catering (EKFC), our people are at the heart of everything we do. As one of the world’s largest catering and hospitality services providers, we deliver excellence at scale—supporting airlines, hospitality brands, and global events every day. Our success is driven by the passion, professionalism, and commitment of our teams.

Why Work With Us

At EKFC, your role matters. Whether you work in operations, engineering, corporate services, or support functions, you contribute to delivering safe, reliable, and high-quality services every single day.

You’ll be part of:

• A globally recognised organisation within the Emirates Group ecosystem
• A diverse, multicultural workforce united by shared standards and values
• A fast‑paced, operational environment where responsibility and professionalism matter
• A workplace that values integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement

Life at EKFC

What you can expect:

• Collaborative and approachable leadership
• A diverse, multicultural team
• Open communication and transparency

We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being:

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Two duty meals provided at EKFC
• Health and wellness coverage
• Paid time off and public holidays
• Performance-based annual bonus and salary review opportunities, subject to eligibility and company policy
• Recognition for achievements and commitment, including monetary NAJM Awards (Appreciation, Bronze, Silver & Gold levels)
• Learning and development support
• Team events and engagement activities

(Benefits may vary by role and location.)

Our Recruitment Journey

Our recruitment process is designed to be transparent and respectful:

• Application review
• Initial interview or assessment
• Technical Interview & Case Study presentation
• Employment Contract

We aim to keep candidates informed every step of the way.

(The recruitment and interview process may vary depending on the role.)