Chef de Partie - Bakery

Hilton; Makkah Region; On-site; SAR 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global hospitality company in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Chef de Partie to supervise kitchen staff and ensure high standards of food preparation. Responsibilities include managing food quality, assisting in food cost control, and training team members. Candidates should have at least 2 years of relevant experience and a valid cookery qualification. This full-time role offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities to grow.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years as a Chef de Partie or strong Demi Chef de Partie experience.
• Valid trade commercial cookery qualification is required.
• Supervisory experience is essential.

Responsibilities

• Supervise staff to ensure high levels of food preparation.
• Prepare and present high-quality food.
• Assist in food cost control and maintain cleanliness.

Skills

Coaching skills

Motivating the team

Excellent communication

Ability to work under pressure

Teamwork

Education

Current commercial cookery qualification

NVQ Level 3

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Intermediate Food Hygiene

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?

A Chef de Partie will supervise staff and ensure high levels of food preparation to deliver an excellent Guest and Member experience. A Chef de Partie will also be required to assist with food cost controls. Specifically, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

• 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 of 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 Chef de Partie serving Hilton brands is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviours, skills, and values that follow:

• 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 the team
• 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 capabilities and distinctions (advantageous)

• Previous kitchen experience in 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 travellers 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

Hilton Makkah Convention Hotel, Jabal Omar

Schedule

Full‑time

Brand

Hilton Hotels & Resorts

Job

Culinary