Senior Chef de Partie

ENNISMORE; Dubai; On-site; AED 134,000 - 201,000; Full time

Job summary

Mama Shelter Dubai is seeking a Senior on the Station to own your section, keep it organized and ready to deliver during every service. Master the Mise en Place, ensure everything is prepped and stocked before the kitchen gets busy, and lead junior chefs with a calm, focused approach.

You will work closely with the Sous Chef to maintain quality, train Demi Chefs de Partie and Commis Chefs, and contribute ideas to menu development while staying sharp under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Own Your Section: take full responsibility for your station, keeping it organized and ready for service
• Master the Mise en Place: ensure everything is prepped, stocked, and prepared before busy service
• Serve Up Excellence: cook and present dishes to recipe, portion, and quality standards
• Keep Your Cool: stay sharp and accurate during busy services while maintaining flow
• Be the Senior on the Station: guide and support Demi Chefs de Partie and Commis Chefs
• Keep an Eye on Stock: monitor products, manage stock levels, minimize waste
• Kitchen Safety Champion: uphold cleanliness, hygiene, and safe food handling
• Be a Team Player: collaborate with Sous Chef and other sections to run the kitchen smoothly
• Bring Fresh Ideas: contribute to dishes and menu development

Skills

Station leadership

Mise en place

Team training

Job description

Bring your culinary skills leadership and passion for great food to Mama Shelter Dubai

THE MISSION

• Own Your Section Take full responsibility for your station keeping it organized efficient and ready to deliver during every service
• Master the Mise en Place Make sure everything is prepped stocked and ready to go before the kitchen gets busy
• Serve Up Excellence Prepare cook and present every dish according to Mama s recipes portioning quality and presentation standards
• Keep Your Cool Stay sharp organized and accurate during busy services while keeping the plates moving
• Be the Senior on the Station Guide train and support Demi Chefs de Partie and Commis Chefs helping them learn and grow
• Keep an Eye on Stock Monitor your section s products manage stock levels and minimize waste while keeping quality at its best
• Kitchen Safety Champion Maintain high standards of cleanliness hygiene food safety and safe food handling at all times
• Be a Team Player Work closely with the Sous Chef and other sections to keep the entire kitchen running smoothly
• Bring Fresh Ideas Stay curious about culinary trends and techniques and contribute ideas to new dishes and menu development
• Share the Knowledge Support a culture of learning by sharing your skills attending training and helping the whole Gang get better every day

You re at your best when it gets busy : High-pressure service brings out your focus, speed, and best work.You take ownership : Your section is your kingdom you keep it organized, prepared, and ready for anything.You re serious about quality : Every plate matters, and you don t let standards slip when the kitchen gets busy.You love helping others grow : You re happy to share your knowledge and support junior chefs as they develop their skills.You re a problem solver : When something goes wrong, you stay calm, think quickly, and find a way forward.You have an eye for detail : From mise en place to the final garnish, you care about getting the little things right.You re a team player : You know that a great kitchen works as one Gang, not as separate sections.You re passionate about food : You re curious, creative, and always looking for ways to make the food and yourself better.You re reliable and consistent: When you say you ll deliver, you always follow through.You re a people person: Guests and teammates love your positive, approachable vibe.You build connections: You take time to know your guests, creating lasting impressions.You light up the room: Your energy lifts everyone around you, making work a joy.You re all about the team: From supporting your colleagues to creating a family-like atmosphere, you make it happen.