Chef de Partie

Hilton; Medina Province; On-site; SAR 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global hospitality company is seeking a Chef de Partie for their culinary team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years' experience, strong coaching skills, and a relevant trade qualification. Responsibilities include supervising staff, ensuring high food quality, and maintaining safety standards. The role is full-time at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Medina, Saudi Arabia.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience as Chef de Partie or strong experience as Demi Chef de Partie.
• Ability to motivate and coach teams.
• Experience in maintaining food quality and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Ensure food preparation meets high standards.
• Supervise kitchen staff and maintain cleanliness.
• Assist the Head Chef in training staff.

Skills

Coaching skills

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Team motivation

Positive attitude

Education

Trade commercial cookery qualification

NVQ Level 3

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

A Chef de Partie is responsible for supervising staff and ensuring high levels of food preparation to deliver an excellent Guest and Member experience while assisting with food cost controls.

What will I be doing?

• Ensure all food preparation meets standards.
• Prepare and present high quality food.
• Supervise staff.
• Keep all working areas clean and tidy and ensure no cross‑contamination.
• Prepare all mis‑en‑place for all relevant menus.
• Assist in positive outcomes from guest queries in a timely and efficient manner.
• Ensure food stuffs are of a good quality and stored correctly.
• Contribute to controlling costs, improving gross profit margins, and other departmental and financial targets.
• Assist other departments wherever necessary and maintain good working relationships.
• Assist Head Chef/Sous Chef in the training of all staff in compliance with company procedures.
• Report maintenance, hygiene and hazard issues.
• Comply with hotel security, fire regulations and all health and safety and food safety legislation.
• Be environmentally aware.

What are we looking for?

• A minimum of 2 years of previous experience as a Chef de Partie or strong experience as a Demi Chef de Partie role.
• A current, valid, and relevant trade commercial cookery qualification (proof may be required).
• Strong coaching skills.
• Ability and desire to motivate teams.
• Excellent communication skills.
• NVQ Level 3.
• Achieved Basic Food Hygiene Certificate.
• Supervisory experience.
• Positive attitude.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to work on own or in teams.

Additional desirable capabilities and distinctions

• Previous kitchen experience in a similar role.
• Intermediate Food Hygiene.
• Knowledge of current food trends.

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full‑service hotels and resorts to extended‑stay suites and mid‑priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!

Work Locations

DoubleTree by Hilton Madinah Gate

Schedule

Full‑time

Brand

DoubleTree by Hilton

Job

Culinary