Demi Chef de Partie

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mandarin Oriental Downtown Dubai is seeking a Demi Chef de Partie to join the Italian kitchen team and contribute to the dining experience with classic and contemporary Italian dishes prepared to the highest standards.

You will work under the Chef de Partie, delivering high-quality pasta, risotti, antipasti, and grilled specialties while maintaining kitchen discipline and clean work practices in a luxury hotel setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; culinary training is an advantage.
• Minimum 2 years experience as a Demi Chef de Partie or similar in a 5-star hotel or Italian restaurant.
• Strong Italian culinary techniques with knowledge of pasta, wood-fired oven, sauces, and regional cuisine is a plus.
• Proven understanding of HACCP and food safety practices.
• Effective communication skills in English (verbal & written); additional languages a plus.
• Experience in hotel pre-opening or renovation projects is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Chef de Partie in preparing and cooking Italian dishes per recipes and hotel standards.
• Prepare ingredients, ensure proper storage and presentation.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and well-organized kitchen.
• Monitor quality and assist with placing orders for your section.
• Provide cross-functional support across kitchen operations when required.
• Uphold HACCP and UAE health and hygiene standards in line with hotel policies.

Skills

Italian cuisine

Pasta making

Wood-fired cooking

HACCP

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Overview

Based at the Mandarin Oriental Downtown Dubai within the Restaurants Bars amp Experiences Chitarra Italian restaurant team in Dubai as a Demi Chef de Partie you play a vital role in preparing a range of classic and contemporary Italian dishes maintaining the highest culinary standards while contributing to an exceptional dining experience for our guests

Demi Chef de Partie reports to Chef de Partie. As a Demi Chef de Partie you will be responsible for the following duties.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Chef de Partie in the preparation and cooking of Italian dishes from fresh pasta and risottos to grilled specialties and antipasti while making sure all ingredients are properly prepared stored and presented in accordance with recipes and hotel standards
• Maintain a clean safe and well-organized kitchen environment
• Work effectively under pressure maintaining consistency and attention to detail in a high-paced environment
• Monitor inventory levels and assist in placing orders for your section as needed
• Provide cross-functional support across kitchen operations when required
• Uphold and comply with all health food safety and hygiene standards in line with hotel policies HACCP requirements including those mandated by UAE Municipality

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; formal culinary training is an advantage
• Minimum of 2 years experience as a Demi Chef de Partie or similar role in a 5-star hotel or reputable standalone Italian restaurant
• Strong foundation in Italian culinary techniques and ingredient handling; knowledge of pasta-making, wood-fired oven cooking, sauces, and regional Italian cuisine is a plus
• Proven understanding of HACCP and food safety practices
• Effective communication skills in English (verbal & written); knowledge of additional languages is a plus
• Previous experience in hotel pre-opening or renovation projects is highly desirable
• Previous working experience in the Italian restaurant or with Italian cuisine