Demi Chef

Harri; Dubai; On-site; AED 67,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

World-Class training

Global opportunities

Family meals

Rewards & Recognition

Staff discount

Job summary

ROKA in Dubai is seeking a Demi Chef de Partie to join our Robatayaki kitchen, delivering high-quality dishes in a luxury, high-volume environment.

You will assist in preparing ingredients, grilling, frying, or baking under senior chefs, maintain cleanliness, and uphold hygiene standards while contributing to memorable guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Demi Chef de Partie in a luxury/high-volume restaurant.
• Strong passion for Japanese cuisine and Robatayaki.
• Able to work in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing ingredients, including chopping and measuring, to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
• Handle basic cooking tasks such as grilling, frying, or baking under supervision of senior chefs.
• Maintain cleanliness, organize workstations, and follow hygiene and safety standards.
• Strive for consistent quality of service and guest experience.

Skills

Demi Chef de Partie skills

Teamwork

Culinary excellence

Attention to detail

Job description

As a ROKA Demi Chef de Partie, you'll be at the heart of our guest experience. You'll create memorable moments, embody our vibrant restaurant energy, and play a crucial role in maintaining the high standards that define the Roka experience.

ROKA is a collection of contemporary Japanese Robatayaki restaurants. First launched in 2004 in London, our collection has grown to include five venues in the Middle East in Dubai, Riyadh, Jeddah, Bahrain & Kuwait. ROKA embodies the spirit of coming together and sharing a collective dining experience, (RO) symbolises the atmosphere and (KA), the heat of fire from the Robata. Roka is proud to be part of the Azumi collection.

Life at ROKA

At ROKA, we're more than a restaurant – we're a vibrant community fuelled by the energy that flows from our Robata grills, guided by our core values:

Honor the Mastery - we celebrate every detail, always striving for perfection – putting pride in everything we do

Do Unto Others - we support each other to be at our best, treating every team member and guest with warmth and openness

Embrace the Energy - we bring passion and positivity to everything we do

Main Duties

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Assist in preparing ingredients, including chopping, slicing, and measuring, to ensure smooth kitchen operations
• Handle basic cooking tasks, such as grilling, frying, or baking, under the supervision of senior chefs
• Maintain cleanliness, organize workstations, and follow hygiene and safety standards
• To consistently strive for quality of service and consistency in our experience to our guests

What We Look For

Our ideal candidate embodies our values and the following:

• A genuine love for culinary experiences & a passion for Japanese cuisine
• Preferably experience as a Demi Chef de Partie in a luxury high-volume restaurant
• A natural team player who is at home working in sync with a large team
• Naturally friendly, customer-oriented, and skilled at creating memorable dining experiences

Benefits

We offer incredible career growth, international opportunities, and the chance to contribute to a world-renowned brand, where every detail from the finest ingredients to our unrivalled atmosphere is crafted to perfection.

As part of our team, you’ll enjoy:

• World-Class training,designed to inspire and educate
• Global opportunities, experience hospitality around the globe with our five incredible brands
• Family Mealsare shared daily
• Rewards & Recognition,we value our team and celebrate your contributions to our success with meaningful rewards and recognition
• Staff discount,enjoy exclusive discounts across the Azumi group, worldwide!

Our Commitment to Inclusivity

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applicants.

If you require any assistance to make the recruitment process more accessible, please let one of our Talent Acquisition team know.

Ready to create some magic?

Join us and bring your talent to a team that’s elevating contemporary dining on a global stage.

Compensation: Competitive salary