Chef de Partie - Culinary Operations

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C.; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ritz-Carlton in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates is seeking a Chef de Partie to join its culinary team. This full-time, non‑management role focuses on preparing and cooking foods to established recipes, while upholding quality, presentation, and consistent kitchen operations.

You will assist management with training, scheduling, evaluation, coaching, and motivation, all while adhering to safety policies and The Ritz-Carlton Gold Standards.

Qualifications

• Education: Technical, Trade, or Vocational School Degree.
• Related Work Experience: At least 3 years of related work experience.
• Supervisory Experience: No supervisory experience required.
• License or Certification: None required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food according to established recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and preparation checklists.
• Prepare special meals, substitute items, and cold foods as required.
• Regulate the temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters during food preparation.
• Transfer food from freezer storage for safe thawing under refrigeration.
• Maintain appropriate food portions, arrangement, and garnishing.
• Monitor the quality and quantity of food being prepared.
• Maintain required food logs accurately.
• Inform the Chef when additional assistance is needed during busy service periods.
• Identify excess food items and inform the Chef so they can be considered for daily specials.
• Communicate menu specials and unavailable items to Food and Beverage service colleagues.
• Check prepared food to ensure required quality standards are maintained.

Education

Technical, Trade, or Vocational School Degree

Job description

Chef de Partie - Culinary Operations Job Snapshot

Role: Chef de Partie Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Industry: Hospitality Function: Chef/Culinary/Kitchen Management Experience: At least 3 years of related work experience Job Type: Full-time

Position Overview

The Chef de Partie is a full-time, non-management culinary opportunity with The Ritz-Carlton in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The role is responsible for preparing and cooking food according to established recipes, quality standards, presentation requirements, and food preparation checklists while helping maintain consistent kitchen operations. Alongside hands‑on food preparation, the position monitors food quality and quantity, maintains appropriate portions and presentation, communicates menu availability to service teams, and supports management with employee training, scheduling, evaluation, coaching, and motivation.

Job Details

Country: United Arab Emirates City: Abu Dhabi Industry: Hospitality Function: Chef/Culinary/Kitchen Management Salary: Not disclosed Gender: No Preference Candidate Nationality: Not specified Job Type: Full‑time Job Number 26110904 Position Type Non‑Management Work Arrangement This is an on‑site position and is not located remotely.

Culinary Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food according to established recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and preparation checklists.
• Prepare special meals, substitute items, and cold foods as required.
• Regulate the temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters during food preparation.
• Transfer food from freezer storage for safe thawing under refrigeration.
• Maintain appropriate food portions, arrangement, and garnishing.
• Monitor the quality and quantity of food being prepared.
• Maintain required food logs accurately.
• Inform the Chef when additional assistance is needed during busy service periods.
• Identify excess food items and inform the Chef so they can be considered for daily specials.
• Communicate menu specials and unavailable items to Food and Beverage service colleagues.
• Check prepared food to ensure required quality standards are maintained.

Team Support

Although this is a non‑management position, the Chef de Partie assists management with selected team activities. Responsibilities may include supporting hiring, training, scheduling, employee evaluation, counseling, discipline, motivation, and coaching. The role also serves as a professional example in the kitchen, maintains positive working relationships, supports shared team goals, and responds appropriately to concerns raised by colleagues.

Preferred Qualifications

• Education: Technical, Trade, or Vocational School Degree.
• Related Work Experience: At least 3 years of related work experience.
• Supervisory Experience: No supervisory experience required.
• License or Certification: None required.

Safety and Quality Standards

The Chef de Partie must follow company, safety, and security policies and procedures, complete required safety training and certifications, and report maintenance requirements, accidents, injuries, and unsafe working conditions to management. Consistent adherence to food quality expectations, professional communication, personal presentation, and workplace standards is essential throughout daily kitchen operations.

Physical Requirements

The position involves standing, sitting, or walking for extended periods and performing regular hands‑on kitchen duties. It requires reaching overhead and below the knees and movements such as bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping. Candidates must also be able to move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing up to 25 pounds without assistance.

Guest and Professional Standards

The Chef de Partie is expected to anticipate and address guest service needs while protecting company assets and maintaining the confidentiality of proprietary information. Clear professional communication and effective cooperation with culinary and Food and Beverage colleagues are integral to the role.

The Ritz-Carlton Gold Standards

The Ritz-Carlton 's Gold Standards guide how its Ladies and Gentlemen serve guests and work together. Associates are expected to learn and exemplify the Credo, Employee Promise, and Service Values while contributing to the brand 's approach to gracious and thoughtful luxury hospitality.

About the Company

The Ritz-Carlton operates more than 100 award‑winning properties worldwide and is part of Marriott International 's portfolio of brands. Its Ladies and Gentlemen create distinctive luxury hospitality experiences guided by The Ritz-Carlton Gold Standards.