Chef de Partie — Corporate Dining Lead

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Ras Al Khaimah; On-site; AED 67,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

SmartRecruiters, Inc. is seeking an experienced Chef De Partie for our Ras Al Khaimah employee dining team in the United Arab Emirates. You will oversee a kitchen station, mentor junior staff, ensure food safety, manage inventory, and help develop menus for a corporate dining program.

You will work closely with the head chef to maintain high culinary standards, control costs, and deliver a consistent, quality dining experience for employees in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Chef De Partie or similar supervisory culinary role.
• Strong culinary expertise and knowledge of cooking techniques.
• Experience with food safety standards and hygiene regulations.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Experience in inventory management and cost control.
• Familiarity with Middle Eastern UAE food service standards is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the daily operations of your assigned kitchen station, ensuring all food is prepared to the highest standards of quality and presentation.
• Supervise and mentor junior kitchen staff, providing guidance on proper cooking techniques, food safety protocols, and operational procedures.
• Maintain strict adherence to food safety and hygiene regulations, including proper storage, handling, and preparation of ingredients.
• Organize and manage inventory for your station, monitoring stock levels and communicating ordering needs to minimize waste and control costs.
• Prepare and cook meals according to established recipes and menu specifications, maintaining consistency and quality across all service periods.
• Collaborate with the head chef and other kitchen team members to develop and customize menus that meet employee preferences and dietary requirements.
• Ensure your station remains clean, organized, and well-stocked throughout each service period.
• Monitor portion sizes and food costs to support the dining program's budget objectives.
• Assist in training new kitchen staff and conducting performance reviews for team members under your supervision.
• Respond promptly to special requests and dietary accommodations from employees.

Skills

Station supervision

Food safety

Inventory management

Menu planning

Team leadership

Cost control

Time management

Communication

Job description

SmartRecruiters, Inc. is seeking an experienced Chef De Partie for our Ras Al Khaimah employee dining team in the United Arab Emirates. You will oversee a kitchen station, mentor junior staff, ensure food safety, manage inventory, and help develop menus for a corporate dining program.

You will work closely with the head chef to maintain high culinary standards, control costs, and deliver a consistent, quality dining experience for employees in a fast-paced environment.