Demi Chef de Partie

IHG Hotels & Resorts; Muscat; On-site; OMR 9,000 - 13,000; Full time

Job summary

IHG Hotels & Resorts is seeking a Demi Chef de Partie to support the night kitchen operations, ensuring timely preparation and presentation of à la carte dishes that meet hotel standards.

You will maintain food quality, hygiene, and guest satisfaction while coordinating with front-of-house and kitchen teams, training junior staff, and ensuring efficient mise en place during night shifts.

Qualifications

• Diploma or certification in Culinary Arts or related field.
• 2–3 years of culinary experience in a hotel or upscale restaurant environment.
• Previous experience in à la carte kitchen operations preferred.
• Experience working night shifts is an advantage.
• Good knowledge of international cuisine, food safety, and kitchen procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present à la carte menu items according to recipes and presentation standards.
• Ensure all dishes are prepared and served within service times during night operations.
• Assist the Chef de Partie in organizing and supervising the assigned kitchen section.
• Monitor food quality, taste, texture, and presentation before service.
• Ensure proper mise en place is prepared and maintained throughout the shift.
• Support room service and late-night dining requirements as per hotel standards.
• Take responsibility for the assigned kitchen section during the night shift in the absence of senior chefs.
• Coordinate with Front Office, Room Service, and Food & Beverage teams to ensure seamless guest service.
• Minimize food wastage through proper portion control and stock management.
• Monitor stock levels and report shortages to the Chef de Partie or Sous Chef.
• Assist in receiving, storing, and rotating food products according to FIFO procedures.
• Maintain strict compliance with HACCP, food safety, and sanitation standards.
• Ensure cleanliness and organization of workstations, equipment, and storage areas.
• Follow all health, safety, and fire regulations established by the hotel.
• Conduct regular checks on food storage temperatures and equipment functionality.
• Assist in training and guiding Commis Chefs and kitchen attendants during night operations.
• Promote teamwork and effective communication within the kitchen brigade.
• Support colleagues during busy service periods to ensure guest satisfaction.

Skills

International cuisine

Food safety

Kitchen procedures

Night shift readiness

Education

Diploma or certification in Culinary Arts

Job description

The Demi Chef de Partie is responsible for supporting the smooth operation of the kitchen during the night shift, ensuring the timely preparation and presentation of high-quality à la carte dishes in accordance with hotel standards. The role requires maintaining food quality, hygiene, consistency, and guest satisfaction while managing night-time kitchen operations efficiently.

YOUR DAY-TO-DAY:

• Prepare, cook, and present à la carte menu items according to established recipes and presentation standards.
• Ensure all dishes are prepared and served within agreed service times during night operations.
• Assist the Chef de Partie in organizing and supervising the assigned kitchen section.
• Monitor food quality, taste, texture, and presentation before service.
• Ensure proper mise en place is prepared and maintained throughout the shift.
• Support room service and late-night dining requirements as per hotel standards.
• Take responsibility for the assigned kitchen section during the night shift in the absence of senior chefs.
• Coordinate with Front Office, Room Service, and Food & Beverage teams to ensure seamless guest service.
• Minimize food wastage through proper portion control and stock management.
• Monitor stock levels and report shortages to the Chef de Partie or Sous Chef.
• Assist in receiving, storing, and rotating food products according to FIFO procedures.
• Maintain strict compliance with HACCP, food safety, and sanitation standards.
• Ensure cleanliness and organization of workstations, equipment, and storage areas.
• Follow all health, safety, and fire regulations established by the hotel.
• Conduct regular checks on food storage temperatures and equipment functionality.
• Assist in training and guiding Commis Chefs and kitchen attendants during night operations.
• Promote teamwork and effective communication within the kitchen brigade.
• Support colleagues during busy service periods to ensure guest satisfaction.

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU:

• Diploma or certification in Culinary Arts or related field.
• Minimum 2-3 years of culinary experience in a hotel or upscale restaurant environment.
• Previous experience in à la carte kitchen operations preferred.
• Experience working night shifts is an advantage.
• Good knowledge of international cuisine, food safety, and kitchen procedures.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US:

We give our people everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work-life - including a full uniform, impressive room discounts, and some of the best training in the business.

Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate differences and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

IHG gives every member of the team the room they need to belong, grow and make a difference in a collaborative environment. We know that to work well, we need to feel well - both inside and outside of work - and through our well-being framework, we are committed to supporting well-being in your health, lifestyle, and workplace.

So, join us and you'll become part of our ever-growing global family.

Join Crowne Plaza one of the largest and best loved premium hotel brands in the world. With more than 420 hotels in diverse locations globally Crowne Plaza is the perfect base to connect on business, pleasure or a blend of both. We've thoughtfully designed our spaces to encourage, support and celebrate great connections. We're also big on meetings and events, a trusted and valued partner for connecting both domestic and global groups alike.

Our branded service style 'Dare to Connect' is crafted for connection. Designed for humans not nameless guests or colleagues. Still professional but touches guests on an emotional level. Where colleagues take their initiative and use their personality because they make a crucial difference in the guest's experience. The role of every colleague at Crowne Plaza is to create memorable emotional connections and the job of every leader is to create an environment where that can happen.

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