Demi Chef de Partie – Turkish Cuisine

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Ajman; On-site; AED 67,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

Meals on duty

Heartist Card – discounted room rates

Discounts on Food & Beverage

Learning opportunities & development

Career paths across Accor network

CSR involvement

Job summary

Fairmont Ajman is seeking a Demi Chef de Partie to join our Turkish kitchen, delivering authentic dishes with precision and consistency in a fast-paced 5-star hotel environment. You will support the Sous Chef with daily operations, ensure HACCP and food-safety standards, maintain cleanliness, and contribute ideas for Turkish specialties while working with a close-knit culinary team in Ajman, UAE.

This role includes meals on duty, comprehensive medical coverage, and access to Accor’s global

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Turkish cuisine kitchen or a similar culinary role.
• Knowledge of traditional Turkish dishes, cooking techniques, and ingredients.
• Understanding of food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and organizational skills.
• Attention to detail, consistency, and food presentation.
• A culinary qualification or professional kitchen training is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook authentic Turkish dishes according to established recipes and quality standards.
• Assist the Sous Chefwith daily kitchen operations and food preparation.
• Ensure consistency in taste, presentation, and portion control.
• Maintain high standards of food hygiene, sanitation, and workplace cleanliness.
• Monitor the freshness and quality of ingredients and ensure proper food storage.
• Follow food safety procedures, including HACCP guidelines.
• Assist with stock rotation, mise en place, and minimizing food waste.
• Coordinate with team members to ensure smooth kitchen operations and timely food delivery.
• Maintain kitchen equipment and report any maintenance issues to the supervisor.
• Support menu development and contribute ideas for Turkish specialties.
• Follow all hotel policies, procedures, and departmental standards.
• Perform other reasonable duties as assigned by the Sous Chef or HeadChef.

Skills

Turkish cuisine experience

Turkish dishes knowledge

Food safety HACCP knowledge

Fast-paced kitchen

Teamwork and communication

Attention to detail

Culinary qualification

Education

Culinary qualification or training

Job description

Fairmont Ajman is a beachfront 5-star hotel situated in Ajman, just 30 minutes away from the bustling metropolis of Dubai. Combining hospitality and elegance with a deep connection to our natural surrounds, Fairmont Ajman promises exceptional cultural, leisure and dining experiences in a truly spectacular setting. Featuring 252 guest rooms and suites complete with ample space and breathtaking views of the Arabian Gulf, Fairmont Ajman presents travelers with all the comforts of home, alongside world-class service.

Job Description

Every memorable dining experience at Fairmont Hotels and Resorts begins behind the scenes with our culinary team’s commitment to safe, efficient operations and exceptional cuisine. The care and quality you devote to food preparation as Demi Chef de Partie will result in truly spectacular fare that delights our guests.

Key Responsibilities:

Prepare and cook authentic Turkish dishes according to established recipes and quality standards.

Assist the Sous Chefwith daily kitchen operations and food preparation.

Ensure consistency in taste, presentation, and portion control.

Maintain high standards of food hygiene, sanitation, and workplace cleanliness.

Monitor the freshness and quality of ingredients and ensure proper food storage.

Follow food safety procedures, including HACCP guidelines.

Assist with stock rotation, mise en place, and minimizing food waste.

Coordinate with team members to ensure smooth kitchen operations and timely food delivery.

Maintain kitchen equipment and report any maintenance issues to the supervisor.

Support menu development and contribute ideas for Turkish specialties.

Follow all hotel policies, procedures, and departmental standards.

Perform other reasonable duties as assigned by the Sous Chef or HeadChef.

Qualifications

Previous experience in a Turkish cuisine kitchen or a similar culinary role.

Knowledge of traditional Turkish dishes, cooking techniques, and ingredients.

Understanding of food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards.

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Strong teamwork, communication, and organizational skills.

Attention to detail, consistency, and food presentation.

A culinary qualification or professional kitchen training is an advantage.

Additional Information

What is in it for you:

• Comprehensive medical coverage as per company policy.
• Enjoy Meals on duty.
• All Heartist Card offering discounted room rates at Accor Worldwide for you, your family and friends.
• Enjoy Discounts on Food and beverage in our restaurants
• Benefit from a wide range of learning opportunities and development programs through our Academy.
• Build your career with opportunities to grow within the hotel and explore exciting career paths across Accor’s global network.
• Get involved in meaningful corporate social responsibility activities and contribute positively to our community and the world around us.

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

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

Diversity & Inclusion for Accor means welcoming each and everyone and respecting their differences by giving priority only to qualities and skills in extending employment and development opportunities. Our ambition is to provide meaningful employment, a warm and welcoming culture, excellent working conditions and to promote the development of all people, including those with disabilities.

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