Chef de Partie - Luxury Dubai Kitchen Lead

Ennismore; Dubai; On-site; AED 279,000 - 424,000; Full time

Job summary

Rixos Premium Dubai – Josephine, a waterfront Mediterranean restaurant at Rixos Premium Dubai (JBR), is seeking a skilled Chef de Partie to manage an assigned kitchen section under the guidance of the Sous and Head Chefs.

You will uphold high standards of quality, presentation and efficiency, lead junior team members, and ensure HACCP compliance while contributing to the pre-opening and ongoing development of Josephine's culinary operation.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie or strong Demi Chef de Partie in a luxury hotel, premium restaurant or high-volume standalone restaurant.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques and kitchen operations.
• Ability to independently manage a kitchen section.
• Good understanding of food hygiene and HACCP standards.
• Strong attention to detail and presentation.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexible and willing to work shifts, weekends and public holidays.
• Culinary qualification or professional culinary training is an advantage.
• Previous UAE or international luxury hospitality experience is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Take full responsibility for the preparation and operation of the assigned kitchen section.
• Prepare and present dishes according to approved recipes, presentation standards and portion specifications.
• Ensure consistency in taste, quality and presentation during every service.
• Organize the section effectively before, during and after service.
• Monitor mise en place and ensure all preparation is completed according to operational requirements.
• Supervise and guide Demi Chefs and Commis Chefs within the section.
• Support the training and development of junior culinary team members.
• Monitor food quality, freshness and proper storage of ingredients.
• Follow FIFO and food rotation procedures and assist in minimizing food waste.
• Ensure full compliance with food safety, hygiene, HACCP and health and safety requirements.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and all equipment.
• Support inventory control, stock management and ordering requirements for the section.
• Communicate effectively with the Sous Chef, Head Chef and the wider culinary team.
• Assist other kitchen sections whenever operationally required.
• Contribute positively to the pre-opening and ongoing development of Josephine's culinary operation.

Skills

Chef de Partie experience

Hospitality operations

Food hygiene & HACCP

Team leadership

Communication

Job description

Rixos Premium Dubai – Josephine, a waterfront Mediterranean restaurant at Rixos Premium Dubai (JBR), is seeking a skilled Chef de Partie to manage an assigned kitchen section under the guidance of the Sous and Head Chefs.

You will uphold high standards of quality, presentation and efficiency, lead junior team members, and ensure HACCP compliance while contributing to the pre-opening and ongoing development of Josephine's culinary operation.