Demi Chef De Partie

NOVOTEL; Dubai; On-site; AED 65,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

NOVOTEL in Dubai is seeking a skilled Cook to join our vibrant kitchen team. You will prepare ingredients, cook and plate dishes to meet the hotel’s high quality standards and guest expectations.

The role requires formal culinary training, the ability to work under pressure, and flexibility with shifts. You will collaborate with fellow chefs and ensure consistent taste and presentation across menus.

Qualifications

• Culinary training or diploma required.
• Experience in hotel/restaurant kitchen preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations required.
• Strong culinary skills and passion for cooking.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Flexible with schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Food Preparation: assist in preparation of ingredients and mise en place under Chef de Partie.
• Cooking: execute cooking tasks ensuring dishes meet recipes and quality standards.
• Station Management: maintain assigned kitchen section, cleanliness and equipment function.
• Quality Control: ensure taste and presentation meet hotel standards.
• Safety and Hygiene: follow food safety and hygiene regulations.
• Menu Development: assist in testing recipes and suggesting improvements.
• Team Collaboration: work with kitchen staff for smooth operations.
• Inventory Management: assist in monitoring stock and placing orders.
• Training: mentor junior kitchen staff including Commis Chefs and apprentices.
• Adaptability: work in various kitchen sections as needed.

Skills

Strong culinary skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Culinary school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Ready for a sizzling career move. You will play a pivotal role in our kitchen working alongside a fantastic team. The food you prepare, cook and serve makes our guests smile and want more.

Key Responsibilities

• Food Preparation Assist in the preparation of ingredients, mise en place and cooking under the guidance of the Chef de Partie.
• Cooking Execute cooking tasks as assigned ensuring that dishes are prepared according to the recipes and the hotel s quality standards.
• Station Management Maintain and organize the assigned section of the kitchen ensuring cleanliness, orderliness, and proper functioning of equipment.
• Quality Control Ensure the quality, taste and presentation of dishes meet the hotel s standards before they are sent out to customers.
• Safety and Hygiene Adhere to all food safety and hygiene regulations including proper handling, storage and disposal of food items.
• Menu Development Assist in the development of new menu items, testing recipes and suggesting improvements.
• Team Collaboration Work closely with other kitchen staff to ensure smooth and efficient kitchen operations.
• Inventory Management Assist in the monitoring of food inventory, placing orders and managing stock levels.
• Training Train and mentor junior kitchen staff including Commis Chefs and apprentices.
• Adaptability Be flexible and able to work in various kitchen sections as needed.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Culinary school diploma or equivalent culinary training.
• Previous experience in a similar role in a hotel or restaurant kitchen.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Strong culinary skills and a passion for cooking.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
• Flexibility in work schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Currently in UAE and willing to join immediately will be an advantage.