Chef de Partie

Al Khozama Investment; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled kitchen professional to assist in various kitchen operations. This role requires someone with a solid understanding of food safety and cooking methods, who can maintain high standards of hygiene and safety. You'll be responsible for training kitchen staff and ensuring efficient communication within the kitchen. If you have a passion for culinary excellence and a commitment to quality, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in a kitchen role.
• Knowledge of cooking methods and food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist in kitchen operations and food preparation.
• Enforce health and hygiene standards in the kitchen.
• Train and manage kitchen staff effectively.

Skills

Food Safety Level 2

Cooking Methods Knowledge

Communication Skills

Health and Safety Awareness

Job description

Responsibility and ability to run all different types of sections in a kitchen, under the guidance of the Sous Chef.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. OPERATION:
2. Assist in preparing the daily mise en place in all kitchen sections.
3. Ensure adequacy of supplies at the cooking stations.
4. Prepare ingredients that should be frequently available (vegetables, spices, etc.).
5. Follow the guidance of the Sous Chef.
6. Optimize the cooking process with attention to speed and quality.
7. Enforce strict health and hygiene standards.
8. Assist with the management of health and safety.
9. Assist with the management of food hygiene practices.
10. Manage and train Chef de Partie.
11. Oversee the maintenance of kitchen and food safety standards.
12. Maintain kitchen and food safety standards.
13. Maintain good oral communication.
14. Observe the company's rules and procedures and carry out any reasonable requests from managers or supervisors.
15. Be aware of responsibilities regarding Health and Safety at Work, report hazards or accidents.
16. Attend training sessions and team meetings, contributing actively.

ADMINISTRATION:

1. Follow SOPs, manuals, and recipes consistently.
2. Ensure compliance with food handling and sanitation standards.
3. Handle food properly and maintain correct temperatures.
4. Ensure all kitchen equipment is properly maintained and operational.
5. Maintain proper grooming and hygiene standards for all kitchen staff.
6. Ensure all kitchen employees have required food handling and sanitation certifications.
7. Be responsible for health and safety procedures, reporting hazards or accidents.
8. Participate in training and team meetings.

COMMUNICATION:

1. Ensure efficient communication within the kitchen.
2. Attend daily team briefings.
3. Communicate transparently and proactively using communication tools.
4. Display professional behavior to promote a positive work environment.
5. Assist individuals in understanding needs, providing guidance and coaching.

FINANCE:

Ensure consistent following of operational standard recipe cards.

HR & TRAINING:

1. Train auxiliary kitchen staff for optimal results using available resources.
2. Manage and train Chef de Partie.
3. Communicate sensitive issues appropriately.
4. Act as a mentor for new joiners.

JOB ROLE SPECIFICATIONS:

Qualifications:

Essential: Level 2 Food Safety, awareness of manual handling techniques, excellent knowledge of cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and processes.

Desirable: Awareness of COSHH and chemical safety regulations.

Experience:

Essential: 2-3 years in a similar role.

Desirable: Previous experience in a similar operation.

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