Demi Chef de Partie - Arabic Kitchen

FAIRMONT; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxurious hotel in Dubai is seeking a candidate for the Arabic Kitchen section. Responsibilities include ensuring smooth operations, organizing shifts, and assisting in recipe development. Candidates should have a minimum of 1 year of food service experience and proficiency in English and Arabic. The position offers a dynamic work environment and the chance to contribute to culinary excellence.

Qualifications

• Average reading, writing and oral proficiency in English and Arabic.
• Good communication and customer contact skills.
• Ability to work as a team player.

Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth running of the Arabic Kitchen section.
• Organize shift with the Chef de Partie.
• Maintain good employee relations.
• Complete daily checklist for mise-en-place and food storage.
• Assist Chef de Cuisine in new recipes and menu ideas.

Skills

English proficiency

Arabic proficiency

Good communication skills

Team player

Job description

Company Description

An architectural surprise inspired by an Egyptian aesthetic, 5-star Raffles Dubai offers the luxury of city‑centre space, impeccable service and sophisticated Asian style. A 15‑minute drive from Dubai International Airport, it is ideally located in the business and shopping district, adjacent to Wafi Mall and close to the magnificent Khan Murjan souk and the convention centres.

Job Description

Job Scope

• Ensure the smooth running of the Arabic Kitchen section and see that all areas and section maintain the Raffles Dubai Standard. Cook any food on a daily basis according to business requirements.
Duties and Responsibilities
• To report for duty punctually wearing the correct uniform and name badges at all times.
• Organise together with the Chef de Partie the shift on his/her section with regards to mise‑en‑place production and its service.
• Take orders from his/her Chef de Partie and carry them out in the correct manner.
• With his/her Chef de Partie write daily wine, dry store, food requisitions and kitchen transfers on the appropriate forms for approval of the Executive Chef/Chef de Cuisine to achieve the high stock rotation desired in the section.
• Maintain good employee relations and motivate colleagues.
• Work to the specifications received by the Chef de Partie regarding portion size, quantity and quality as laid down in the recipe index.
• Responsible for completing the daily checklist regarding mise‑en‑place and food storage.
• Attend daily and monthly meetings with the Chef de Cuisine and other meetings as requested by the Executive Chef/Chef de Cuisine.
• Report any problems regarding failure of machinery and small equipment to the Chef de Cuisine and follow up to ensure the necessary work has been carried out.
• Check the main information board regarding changes in any banquets or other information re the organization.
• Keep the section clean and tidy.
• Pass all information to the next shift.
• Accidents and sickness to be written in log book and reported to the Executive Chef/Chef de Cuisine.
• Check Commis Chefs on his/her section (e.g., personal hygiene).
• Assist the Chef de Cuisine in composing new recipes and menu ideas.
• Have a complete understanding of and adhere to the company’s policy relating to fire, hygiene and safety.

The above description is not to be regarded as exhaustive. Other tasks and responsibilities of a broadly comparable nature may be added on a temporary or permanent basis as appropriate.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Average reading, writing and oral proficiency in English and Arabic.
• Good communication and customer contact skills.
• Team player.

Experience

• Minimum 1 year of food and beverage serving experience.

Additional Information

Raffles Dubai, Sheikh Rashid Road, Wafi 121800, Dubai, United Arab Emirates