Chef de Partie

Kimpton; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking luxury hotel as a Chef de Partie, where your culinary skills will shine! This role involves preparing exquisite dishes, ensuring high-quality standards, and engaging with guests during special events. Collaborate with a talented kitchen team to create memorable dining experiences while maintaining meticulous records and compliance with health regulations. If you have a passion for culinary arts and a background in international luxury hospitality, this is the perfect opportunity to showcase your creativity and organizational skills in a vibrant environment.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years experience in a similar culinary role, ideally in a luxury hotel.
• Strong knowledge of cooking techniques and food presentation standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook dishes according to hotel standards and recipes.
• Ensure consistency in taste, texture, and presentation across all dishes.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Team Coordination

Quality Control

Guest Engagement

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Hotel Administration

Higher education qualification in Business Administration

Tools

Kitchen Equipment

Inventory Management Systems

Job description

Preparation and Setup: Start the day by organizing your workstation, ensuring all tools and ingredients are ready for use.

Inventory Check: Review stock levels of ingredients and supplies. Place orders for any items running low.

Production

Cooking and Preparation: Prepare and cook dishes according to the hotel's standards and recipes.

Plating and Presentation: Ensure that dishes are beautifully presented and meet the hotel's aesthetic standards.

Quality Control

Tasting and Testing: Regularly taste dishes to ensure they meet the highest quality standards. Adjust recipes as needed.

Consistency: Maintain consistency in taste, texture, and presentation across all dishes.

Team Coordination: Work closely with other kitchen staff, including sous chefs and commis chefs, to coordinate efforts and maintain a smooth workflow.

Training and Mentoring: Assist in training and mentoring junior kitchen staff and apprentices.

Customer Interaction

Guest Engagement: Occasionally interact with guests, especially during live cooking stations or special events.

Feedback Collection: Gather feedback from guests and colleagues to continuously improve dishes and services.

Administrative Tasks

Documentation: Maintain detailed records of recipes, production schedules, and inventory.

Compliance: Ensure all activities comply with health and safety regulations.

Evening Wrap-Up

Cleaning and Maintenance: Clean and sanitize the workstation and equipment. Ensure everything is in order for the next day.

Review and Plan: Reflect on the day's work, review any feedback received, and plan for the next day's tasks.

Working as a Chef de Partie in a luxury hotel is both challenging and rewarding, requiring a blend of technical skill, creativity, and excellent organizational abilities.

What we need from you

Ideally, you'll have some or all of the following competencies and experience we're looking for:

Bachelor's degree, higher education qualification or equivalent in Hotel Administration / Business Administration.

Two to Three years prior tenure in a similar role.

International luxury hotel chain background.

GCC exposure.

English Fluency is required.

Arabic Fluency is preferred.

Teamwork and Flexibility

In addition to the tasks outlined above, all team members are expected to demonstrate flexibility and a collaborative spirit. This may involve taking on additional responsibilities as needed, especially during periods of high occupancy or in emergency situations. Your willingness to assist colleagues and contribute to the overall success of the hotel is essential in maintaining our high standards of service and guest satisfaction.

Company Industry

• Hotels
• Hospitality

Department / Functional Area

• Chefs
• F&B
• Front Desk