Production Supervisor Chef de Partie

Patchi; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading chocolate manufacturer in Dubai is seeking a Production Supervisor to guide daily operations and manage production staff. The ideal candidate will have 4-6 years of experience in chocolate or confectionery production, a strong knowledge of food safety practices, and excellent leadership skills. The position requires hands-on experience with chocolate machinery and effective communication in a team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4-6 years’ experience in chocolate production or related supervisory role.
• Proficient in food safety and hygiene practices.
• Previous experience in large-scale chocolate or confectionery manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Guide and oversee daily production operations.
• Manage production staff and maintain high standards.
• Ensure orders are completed on time and deadlines are met.
• Identify areas for process improvement and implement efficiency measures.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Expertise in chocolate production

Fluent in English

Leadership skills

Attention to detail

Education

Diploma/Degree in Food Production or Culinary related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Guide and oversee daily production operations.
• Production planning, forecasting, and follow-ups. (daily and weekly)
• Ensure orders are completed on time and deadlines are met.
• Manage production staff and multiple production lines efficiently. Train, mentor, and support production staff to maintain high standards.
• Experience in chocolate couverture varieties, molding & enrobing, fillings, demolding & cooling, shelf-life & stability management.
• Operate chocolate machinery: tempering machines, enrobers, cooling tunnels, depositors.
• Process monitoring: molding, enrobing, demolding, cooling for uniform visuals and compliance.
• Batch control & scaling: artisanal runs to semi-industrial production.
• Monitor hygiene and safety compliance according to company policies and certifications.
• Troubleshoot production defects: bloom, air bubbles, dull surfaces, broken shells.
• Conduct input and output visuals check for consistent quality.
• Ensure quality, consistency, and aesthetics across all chocolate products measures.
• Report non-compliance issues directly to chefs and QC team.
• Work under pressure and support a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.
• Collaborate with all factory departments to ensure smooth workflow.
• Identify areas for process improvement and implement efficiency measures.

Requirements & Skills

• Proven experience in a supervisory role or Chef de Partie in chocolate or confectionery production. Expertise in tempering, molding, enrobing, and finishing chocolate products.
• Minimum 4-6 years’ experience in chocolate production or related supervisory role.
• Fluent in English (spoken and written).
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Hands‑on approach with strong attention to detail.
• Preferably, Diploma/Degree in Food Production, Chocolate Technology, or any Culinary related field.
• Previous experience in large‑scale chocolate or confectionery manufacturing.