Chef De Partie - Sushi

The First Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality group in Dubai seeks a Chef de Partie to join their team. This role involves overseeing food preparation, particularly sushi, ensuring quality and safety standards. Experience in hotel kitchens and a passion for culinary excellence are essential. Candidates will lead junior chefs while maintaining kitchen hygiene and operations. This position offers a dynamic work environment in a top-tier establishment.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Chef de Partie in a hotel setting is an advantage.
• Proven expertise in sushi preparation, rolling, slicing, and presentation.
• A strong understanding of cooking techniques and presentation styles.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor junior kitchen staff, ensuring high standards and consistency.
• Prepare, roll, and present sushi dishes with precision and creativity.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness, hygiene, and food safety compliance.

Skills

Sushi preparation

Team leadership

Cooking techniques

Job description

Overview

Join the dedicated team at The First Collection Business Bay, where hospitality meets opportunity in the heart of Dubai's lively Business Bay district. An inviting haven that blends sophistication with down-to-earth charm, The First Collection Business Bay delivers bespoke experiences, placing comfort and ease at the forefront of each guest experience.

Featuring 437 stylish guestrooms and suites, The First Collection Business Bay offers the perfect base for business and leisure travellers to explore the City of Dreams. With distinctive dining choices and recreational amenities, such as a fully equipped gym, an inviting spa, and a rooftop pool, our immersive offerings aim to transcend traditional stays. Additionally, guests have exclusive access to Soluna Restaurants and Beach Club on The Palm Jumeirah, making The First Collection Business Bay a dynamic and contemporary part of The First Group's expanding portfolio of upscale lifestyle hotels.

As part of our team, you'll be immersed in an environment where sustainability is key, and every day brings new opportunities for growth and development.

Job Description

Job Summary:As the Chef de Partie, you will assist the Senior Chefs in overseeing food preparation by junior staff under your supervision, ensuring the quality of recipes and portions with a particular focus on sushi preparation and presentation. You will ensure proper storage, cooking, reheating, defrosting, and labelling procedures are followed, adhering to all Company and brand standards and Dubai Municipality Health and Safety requirements. You will keep the kitchen clean, well maintained, and organized at all times. The position requires training junior chefs and leading by example, with great multitasking abilities.

JOB DUTIES

• Lead and mentor junior kitchen staff, ensuring high standards and consistency.
• Assist Senior Chefs with menu tastings and event planning.
• Oversee food preparation, cooking, and presentation to maintain quality, portioning, and plating standards.
• Prepare, roll, and present sushi dishes with precision and creativity, ensuring authenticity and quality.
• Monitor freshness, slicing, and handling of raw fish and other sushi ingredients to meet food safety standards.
• Train and supervise junior chefs, ensuring clear communication and efficiency.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness, hygiene, and food safety compliance.
• Manage inventory, report shortages, and check ingredient quality.
• Monitor kitchen equipment, report maintenance issues, and ensure proper use of resources.
• Uphold company policies, teamwork, and professionalism in all interactions.
• Assist with additional kitchen tasks as required.

Desired Skill & Expertise

Desired Skill & Expertise

• Experience as a Chef de Partie in a hotel setting is an advantage.
• Proven expertise in sushi preparation, rolling, slicing, and presentation.
• A strong understanding of cooking techniques and presentation styles.
• The ability to lead a team and manage day-to-day kitchen operations.
• Expertise in food safety & sanitation.