Chef de Partie – American Fine Dining

IHG Hotels & Resorts; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 48,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company in Riyadh is seeking a culinary professional with expertise in American fine dining. Responsibilities include preparing high-quality American dishes, overseeing kitchen sections, and ensuring strict adherence to health standards. Candidates must have a diploma in Culinary Arts and 2-3 years of experience in a luxury environment. English fluency is required, with other languages preferred. Join our team and help create memorable guest experiences while enjoying competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years in a similar role within a fine dining or luxury hotel environment.
• Strong exposure to American fine dining concepts.
• Additional languages preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and execute authentic and contemporary American dishes.
• Oversee your assigned section of the kitchen.
• Ensure all dishes meet the highest standards of taste, presentation, and hygiene.

Skills

American Cuisine Expertise

Menu Execution

Quality Control

Team Coordination

English fluency

Education

Diploma or certification in Culinary Arts

Job description

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• American Cuisine Expertise: Apply strong knowledge of American fine dining, including classic and modern culinary techniques, to deliver exceptional dishes.
• Menu Execution: Prepare and execute authentic and contemporary American dishes as per the menu, ensuring consistency and creativity in presentation.
• Station Management: Oversee your assigned section of the kitchen, maintaining efficiency and high standards during service.
• Quality Control: Ensure all dishes meet the highest standards of taste, presentation, and hygiene. Follow strict sanitation protocols in compliance with local health regulations.
• Inventory Support: Monitor stock levels for your section, report shortages, and assist in managing food costs and minimizing waste.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the Sous Chef and other team members to ensure smooth kitchen operations and timely service.

Morning Routine

• Early Start: Begin preparations for mise en place for breakfast and lunch service.
• Setup: Organize your workstation with all necessary tools and ingredients.

Production

• Cooking: Prepare and cook a variety of American fine dining dishes, including steaks, seafood, and signature specialties.
• Recipe Execution: Follow established recipes and techniques to maintain consistency.
• Special Orders: Handle custom requests for events or guest preferences.

Quality Control

• Tasting: Regularly taste dishes to ensure quality.
• Presentation: Plate dishes with attention to detail and aesthetics.

Collaboration

• Team Coordination: Communicate effectively with other chefs to maintain workflow.
• Event Support: Assist in creating special menus for events and holidays.

Customer Interaction

• Guest Engagement: Occasionally interact with guests during tastings or special events.
• Feedback: Collect feedback to improve dishes and service.

Administrative Tasks

• Inventory: Track ingredients for your section and report needs.
• Documentation: Maintain recipe and production records.
• Compliance: Adhere to health and safety standards.

Evening Wrap-Up

• Cleaning: Sanitize your workstation and equipment.
• Planning: Prepare for the next day’s service.

Requirements

• Education: Diploma or certification in Culinary Arts.
• Experience: Minimum 2–3 years in a similar role within a fine dining or luxury hotel environment.
• Background: Strong exposure to American fine dining concepts.
• Language: English fluency required; additional languages 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.

What We Offer

We’ll reward all your hard work with a competitive salary and benefits. Join us and you’ll become part of the global IHG family – and like all families, all our individual team members share some winning characteristics. As a team, we work better together – we trust and support each other, we do the right thing, and we welcome different perspectives. You need to show us you care: that you notice the little things that make a difference to guests as well as always looking for ways to improve.

Visit www.careers.ihg.com to find out more about us.

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