Demi Chef De Partie - Butchery

VOCO Hotels; Dubai; On-site; AED 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel in Dubai seeks a skilled Butcher to prepare and process various meats and seafood for its kitchen outlets. The ideal candidate will have a culinary background with strong butchery skills and experience in high-volume operations. You will ensure quality and hygiene standards are met while collaborating with the kitchen team. This role requires physical fitness and the ability to work in a cold environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in butchery within a hotel or restaurant.
• Strong knowledge of meat grading and trimming techniques.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process all types of meat, poultry, seafood, and game.
• Conduct regular quality checks to ensure freshness of raw materials.
• Collaborate with kitchen sections for timely supply of prepared meats.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Multitasking

Education

Certificate/Diploma in Culinary Arts

Food Safety & Hygiene Certification

Job description

Prepare, portion, and process all types of meat, poultry, seafood, and game for all kitchen outlets ( la carte, buffet, banquet, etc.).

Ensure proper trimming, boning, cutting, and portioning of meat as per menu and recipe specifications.

Maintain accuracy in portion control and consistency in cuts to meet presentation and costing standards.

Assist in developing standard butchery specifications for all meat types used within the kitchen.

Ensure meat and seafood are stored, labeled, and rotated in compliance with hygiene and safety standards (FIFO).

Your day to dayButchery Operations:

• Prepare, portion, and process all types of meat, poultry, seafood, and game for all kitchen outlets ( la carte, buffet, banquet, etc.).

• Ensure proper trimming, boning, cutting, and portioning of meat as per menu and recipe specifications.

• Maintain accuracy in portion control and consistency in cuts to meet presentation and costing standards.

• Assist in developing standard butchery specifications for all meat types used within the kitchen.

• Ensure meat and seafood are stored, labeled, and rotated in compliance with hygiene and safety standards (FIFO).

Quality and Hygiene:

• Conduct regular quality checks to ensure freshness and suitability of raw materials before processing.

• Monitor cleanliness and sanitation of the butchery area, knives, cutting boards, and equipment.

• Follow HACCP principles and all relevant food hygiene and safety regulations during food handling and storage.

• Report any spoilage or food safety concerns immediately to the supervisor.

Inventory and Stock Control:

• Assist in checking deliveries to ensure quality and specification compliance.

• Monitor and report low stock levels of meat, poultry, and seafood items to ensure timely ordering.

• Minimize waste through effective portioning and use of trim and by-products.

Team Support and Communication:

• Collaborate with other kitchen sections to provide accurate and timely supply of prepared meats.

• Maintain effective communication with Chef de Partie and Sous Chef for production planning and event preparations.

• Support training of junior staff and commis in basic butchery techniques and hygiene practices.

Requirements:Education & Certifications:

• Certificate/Diploma in Culinary Arts or equivalent professional training.

• Food Safety & Hygiene Certification (Level 2 or above) required.

• HACCP knowledge is essential.

Experience:

• Minimum 2 3 years of experience in butchery within a hotel, restaurant, or catering kitchen.

• Strong knowledge of meat grading, trimming techniques, and portion control.

• Experience with banquet and high-volume kitchen operations is an asset.

What we need from youkills & Competencies:

• Skilled in all types of butchery techniques: primal and sub-primal cuts, deboning, filleting.

• Knowledge of various meats, poultry, game, and seafood handling.

• High attention to detail and commitment to quality.

• Good time management and multitasking abilities.

• Ability to work in a chilled environment for extended periods.

• Physically fit and able to lift heavy loads as required.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to stand for long hours in a cold room environment.

• Ability to lift and handle heavy meat boxes (up to 25 kg).

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• Abu Dhabi , Al Ain - United Arab Emirates (UAE)