Demi Chef de Partie - Butchery & HACCP Expert

Hilton; Sharjah; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global hospitality leader is seeking a Demi Chef de Partie to prepare and present high-quality dishes while maintaining hygiene and food safety standards. The ideal candidate should have a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate and good communication skills. Responsibilities include preparing food, leading team training, and ensuring excellent guest experiences. This role involves contributing to cost control and menu development.

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen experience in a similar role is advantageous.
• Must have full knowledge of HACCP or food hygiene practices.
• Must be able to follow and set standards in the department.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present high quality dishes within company guidelines.
• Maintain a high standard of personal hygiene as per Hilton grooming standards.
• Contribute to controlling costs and improving gross profit margins.

Skills

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Good communication skills

Ability to work on own or in teams

Knowledge of HACCP or food hygiene practices

Knowledge of classical cooking skills

Job description

EOE/AA/Disabled/Veterans

What are we looking for

A Demi Chef de Partie serving Hilton brands is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role you should maintain the attitude behaviours skills and values that follow:

• Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

• Good communication skills

• Ability to work on own or in teams

• Must have full knowledge of HACCP or food hygiene practices

• Must be able to follow and set standards in the department at all times

• Must have good knowledge of classical cooking skills and modern culinary trends

It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:

• Previous kitchen experience in a similar role

What will it be like to work for Hilton

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations service amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!

A Demi Chef de Partie is responsible for preparing and presenting high quality dishes to deliver an excellent Guest and Member experience while assisting with food cost controls.

What will I be doing

As a Demi Chef de Partie you will be responsible for preparing and presenting high quality dishes to deliver an excellent Guest and Member experience. A Demi Chef de Partie will also be required to assist with food cost controls and demonstrate a responsible can-do attitude in handling an assigned kitchen section. Specifically you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

• Prepare and present high quality dishes within company guidelines

• Keep all working areas clean and tidy and ensure no cross contamination

• Maintain a high standard of personal hygiene as per Hilton grooming standards

• Prepare all mis-en-place for all relevant menus

• Work clean and organised as per HACCP regulations

• Assist in positive outcomes from guest queries in a timely and efficient manner

• Ensure foods are of good quality and stored correctly

• Contribute to controlling costs improving gross profit margins and other departmental and financial targets

• Able to suggest and create menus for buffet and à la carte

• Provide excellent training to team members and lead by example living the Hilton values

• Assist other departments wherever necessary and maintain good working relationships

• Report maintenance hygiene and hazard issues

• Comply with hotel security fire regulations and all health safety and food safety legislation

• Maintain awareness of departmental targets and strive to achieve them as part of the team