Demi Chef de Partie – Hot Kitchen

Novotel Hotels; Dubai; On-site; AED 67,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Novotel Hotels in Dubai is seeking a skilled Chef de Partie to support the kitchen brigade in hot food production, ensuring the highest standards of quality, hygiene, and presentation. You will prepare, cook, and plate dishes according to established recipes, maintain mise en place, and assist senior chefs while working in a fast-paced, multicultural environment.

This role offers the chance to grow within a global Accor hotel group, with training on HACCP practices and opportunities for

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–2 years' experience in a professional kitchen, preferably in a 4- or 5-star hotel.
• Culinary qualification preferred.
• Good knowledge of hot kitchen operations and food safety standards.
• Ability to work under pressure and as part of a multicultural team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food according to standard recipes and hotel standards.
• Complete mise en place and ensure timely preparation for service.
• Maintain consistent quality, taste, portioning, and presentation.
• Follow HACCP, food safety, and hygiene standards at all times.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the assigned kitchen section.
• Ensure proper food storage, labeling, and FIFO procedures.
• Minimize food wastage and support effective cost control.
• Assist with restaurant, banquet, buffet, and other hotel operations as required.
• Support and guide Commis Chefs when required.
• Follow all hotel policies, safety procedures, and grooming standards.

Skills

Ability to work under pressure

Multicultural team

Food safety standards

Education

Culinary qualification

Job description

Company Description

Join a hotel that is a member of the Accor network, whose group brings together more than 45 brands, 5,500 hotels, 10,000 restaurants and lifestyle destinations. Here, we believe in you and what you bring to the table. There are many opportunities for development and advancement. Every gesture, every smile, every action, contributes to creating a positive and memorable impact for our customers, our colleagues and also for our planet. Together, we embody the vision of responsible hospitality.

Take the opportunity to become a Heartist®, and let your heart guide you in this world where life beats faster.

Job Description

Job Purpose

To support the Chef de Partie in the preparation and production of high-quality hot food while maintaining excellent standards of food quality, hygiene, and presentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food according to standard recipes and hotel standards.
• Complete mise en place and ensure timely preparation for service.
• Maintain consistent quality, taste, portioning, and presentation.
• Follow HACCP, food safety, and hygiene standards at all times.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the assigned kitchen section.
• Ensure proper food storage, labeling, and FIFO procedures.
• Minimize food wastage and support effective cost control.
• Assist with restaurant, banquet, buffet, and other hotel operations as required.
• Support and guide Commis Chefs when required.
• Follow all hotel policies, safety procedures, and grooming standards.

Qualifications

• Culinary qualification preferred.
• Minimum 1-2 years' experience in a professional kitchen, preferably in a 4- or 5-star hotel.
• Good knowledge of hot kitchen operations and food safety standards.
• Ability to work under pressure and as part of a multicultural team.

Your Team And Working Environment

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Note: Customization may be included for any specific local or legislative requirements, such as work permits

Our Commitment To Diversity & Inclusion

We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.