Chef de Partie - Pan-Asian concept (Kuwait)

Career Land Center, LLC; Dubai; On-site; AED 107,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Furnished accommodation

Airline ticket allowance

28-30 days annual leave

Medical insurance

Staff meals

Discounts at group hotels

Uniform provided

End-of-service gratuity

60% service charge

Job summary

A 5-star luxury hotel in Kuwait is seeking an experienced Chef de Partie – Pan-Asian Concept to join its specialty kitchen team. The ideal candidate must have strong experience in Pan-Asian cuisine and be able to prepare high-quality dishes with consistency, accuracy, and presentation.

You will work under the Sous Chef and Chef de Cuisine, supervise junior staff, manage mise en place, and ensure HACCP standards while maintaining speed during busy services.

Qualifications

• Must have strong relevant experience in Pan-Asian cuisine.
• Proven experience as Chef de Partie or Demi Chef de Partie in a similar concept.
• Prior experience in a 5-star luxury hotel or high-end restaurant is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present Pan-Asian dishes according to outlet standards.
• Maintain consistency, quality, taste, portioning, and presentation across assigned kitchen sections.
• Handle daily mise en place, food preparation, and service requirements efficiently.
• Support menu items, specials, and signature dishes for Pan-Asian concept.
• Coordinate with Sous Chef, Chef de Cuisine, and wider kitchen team during service.
• Supervise and guide junior kitchen staff when required.
• Monitor stock levels, rotation, storage, wastage, and cleanliness.
• Ensure HACCP standards are maintained at all times.
• Report equipment issues or quality gaps to senior chefs promptly.
• Support smooth kitchen operations during busy service periods.

Skills

Pan-Asian cuisine experience

Chef de Partie / Demi Chef de Partie

5-star luxury hotel background

Asian cooking techniques

Food presentation & plating

Teamwork & communication

Hygiene & food safety

Work under pressure

Job description

A 5-star luxury hotel in Kuwait is seeking an experienced Chef de Partie – Pan-Asian Concept to join its specialty kitchen team. The ideal candidate must have strong relevant experience in Pan-Asian cuisine and be able to prepare high-quality dishes with consistency, accuracy, and attention to presentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and present Pan-Asian dishes according to the outlet’s standards

• Maintain consistency, quality, taste, portioning, and presentation across assigned kitchen sections

• Handle daily mise en place, food preparation, and service requirements efficiently

• Support menu items, specials, and signature dishes for the Pan-Asian concept

• Coordinate closely with the Sous Chef, Chef de Cuisine, and wider kitchen brigade during service

• Supervise and guide Demi Chef de Partie, Commis, and junior kitchen team members when required

• Monitor stock levels, food rotation, storage, wastage, and cleanliness in the assigned section

• Ensure all food safety, hygiene, cleanliness, and HACCP standards are maintained at all times

• Report equipment issues, operational concerns, or quality gaps to senior chefs promptly

• Support smooth kitchen operations during busy service periods

Requirements

• Must have strong relevant experience in Pan-Asian cuisine

• Proven experience as Chef de Partie or Demi Chef de Partie in a similar concept

• Prior experience in a 5-star luxury hotel or high-end restaurant is strongly preferred

• Good knowledge of Asian cooking techniques, ingredients, sauces, wok preparation, and modern plating

• Strong attention to detail, food presentation, and consistency

• Able to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen environment

• Good teamwork, communication, and organizational skills

• Knowledge of food safety, kitchen hygiene, and proper storage procedures

• Flexible to work according to business needs, including weekends and holidays

Benefits

• Furnished shared accommodation, including rent and limited utilities

• Airline ticket allowance every 24 months of service

• 30 days’ annual vacation as per Kuwait Labour Law

• Arabic language allowance for eligible work days

• Local government medical insurance and workmen’s compensation

• Duty meals provided

• Complimentary nights at partner hotels within the group after 90 days of service

• Fitness centre and sports facilities available at staff accommodation

• End-of-service gratuity as per Kuwait Labour Law

• Uniform laundry and dry cleaning provided

• Overtime compensated in hours

• 50% discount on F&B at select outlets, with prior booking

• No probation period for internal transfers within the hotel group; 3 months for external hires

• 15 public holidays per year

• Monthly service charge distribution based on days worked

• Sick leave after 90 days of employment, based on the applicable tiered pay schedule

• 3 months’ termination notice, or payment in lieu

• 48-hour work week with 2 days off per week

• Annual salary review in line with hotel policy