Japanese Chef — Luxury Hotel Fine Dining & Training

Rixos Hotels Gulf; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 100,000 - 167,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Duty meals

Vacation tickets

Medical insurance

Job summary

Rixos Marina Abu Dhabi, a luxury hotel, is seeking a skilled Chef de Partie to manage a kitchen station, ensure recipes and presentation meet standards, and mentor junior staff. You will oversee mise en place, control portions, and uphold HACCP procedures in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires strong culinary experience in high-end dining, attention to detail, and the ability to work evenings and holidays. Competitive salary and hotel benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Relevant culinary experience in a luxury hotel or fine dining establishment.
• Strong working knowledge of advanced cooking techniques, methods, and culinary practices.
• Demonstrated expertise in food safety, hygiene standards, and HACCP procedures.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications and kitchen management systems
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks efficiently
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively in a multicultural kitchen environment
• Ability to work under pressure while maintaining attention to detail and quality standards
• Knowledge of budget management, cost control, and inventory optimization
• Flexibility to work varied shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required
• Problem-solving mindset with the ability to make decisive decisions in fast-paced environments
• Commitment to continuous improvement and innovation in culinary practices

Responsibilities

• Manage your assigned kitchen station, ensuring all dishes are prepared, cooked, and presented in accordance with established recipes, presentation standards, and organizational guidelines
• Oversee the preparation of ingredients, sauces, garnishes, and mise en place for service, maintaining meticulous attention to food quality, consistency, and portion control standards
• Train, mentor, and develop junior kitchen staff and colleagues, ensuring they understand and comply with kitchen operating standards, food safety protocols, and HACCP procedures
• Maintain strict adherence to all food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards and procedures, conducting regular inspections and quality assurance checks
• Manage inventory for your station, monitoring stock levels, minimizing waste, and optimizing cost efficiency while maintaining quality standards
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure clear communication, seamless kitchen operations, and efficient service delivery during all service periods
• Contribute to menu development and modifications, offering innovative ideas while maintaining consistency with organizational standards
• Demonstrate resilience and problem-solving abilities during high-volume service periods, adapting flexibly to changing demands while maintaining composure and efficiency
• Support the kitchen team in achieving departmental goals and performance objectives through organized planning and goal-oriented execution

Skills

Culinary skills

Food safety & HACCP

Kitchen management

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Budget & cost control

Multicultural teamwork

Tools

MS Office

Kitchen management systems

Job description

Rixos Marina Abu Dhabi, a luxury hotel, is seeking a skilled Chef de Partie to manage a kitchen station, ensure recipes and presentation meet standards, and mentor junior staff. You will oversee mise en place, control portions, and uphold HACCP procedures in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires strong culinary experience in high-end dining, attention to detail, and the ability to work evenings and holidays. Competitive salary and hotel benefits are offered.