Chef de Partie | Lead Multisection Kitchen

Celebrity Cruises; Dubai; On-site; AED 220,000 - 312,000; Full time

Job summary

Celebrity Cruises is seeking an experienced Chef de Partie to lead a section aboard our luxury ship, delivering high‑quality cuisine to international guests. You will supervise team members, uphold recipes, and ensure consistent taste across all courses.

The role requires 8+ years in upscale hospitality or cruise service, culinary school degree, and strong HACCP knowledge. You will report to the Sous Chef and work in a fast-paced, multicultural environment at sea.

Qualifications

• Eight years in upscale hotel, resort, cruise ship or banqueting service.
• Two years as Chef de Partie or shipboard experience preferred.
• Culinary school degree is required.
• Strong management, communication and conflict resolution skills.
• Knowledge of service standards, guest satisfaction and cost control.

Responsibilities

• Directs, coaches, supports, supervises, and evaluates all direct reports with the Sous Chef.
• Maintain recipe quality and consistency per corporate instructions.
• Oversee main sections: Sauce, Entremetier, Fish, Roast, Outlet CDP, Tournant, Cold Kitchen.
• Coordinate and supervise team members in their sections; delegate tasks.
• Daily recipe reviews; maintain recipe folders in immaculate condition.
• Ensure HACCP compliance and health inspections readiness.
• Prepare daily production requisitions and verify deliveries for accuracy.
• Write reports and liaise with ship’s Senior Officers and corporate office.

Skills

Culinary knowledge

Team leadership

Multicultural teams

Communication

Problem solving

Cost control

HACCP knowledge

Education

Culinary school degree

Job description

Celebrity Cruises is seeking an experienced Chef de Partie to lead a section aboard our luxury ship, delivering high‑quality cuisine to international guests. You will supervise team members, uphold recipes, and ensure consistent taste across all courses.

The role requires 8+ years in upscale hospitality or cruise service, culinary school degree, and strong HACCP knowledge. You will report to the Sous Chef and work in a fast-paced, multicultural environment at sea.