Demi Chef De Partie - Calo Black

Calo Inc; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 48,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food technology company in Riyadh is seeking a Demi Chef De Partie to support the Head Chef in managing daily kitchen activities. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in fine dining, possess a culinary degree, and be proficient in English. Responsibilities include overseeing staff, ensuring quality standards, and managing inventory. This position requires excellent communication skills and a customer service mindset, making it perfect for those who thrive in a dynamic kitchen environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in fine dining or casual dining restaurant.
• Experience as a Demi Chef De Partie or equivalent position.
• Currently present in KSA.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the kitchen operates in a timely manner that meets quality standards.
• Manage and train kitchen staff effectively.
• Order supplies appropriately to maintain stock.

Skills

Kitchen management

Effective communication

Team leadership

Menu preparation

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent experience

Job description

About Calo

Launched in Bahrain in November of 2019, Calo is on a mission to make healthy easy. We’re a team of dedicated people driving this mission by providing better, faster, and cheaper ways to access food through technology.

Role Overview

We are looking for a Demi Chef De Partie to join our Calo Black project, working alongside the Head Chef to manage daily kitchen activities. This includes supporting with menu preparation, maintaining food quality and freshness, overseeing staff, and monitoring ordering and stocking. For this role, we are seeking candidates with a strong à la carte background. The successful candidate will use their culinary and managerial skills to play a key role in elevating our guest experience and maintaining exceptional standards.

Main Responsibilities

• Ensure that the kitchen operates in a timely manner that meets Calo's quality standards.
• Lead the team in a timely and efficient manner in the assigned section.
• Fill in for the section head in planning and directing food preparation when necessary.
• Resourcefully solve any issues that arise and seize control of any problematic situation.
• Manage and train kitchen staff, establish a working schedule, and assess staff’s performance.
• Must be able to clearly communicate tasks to team members.
• Order supplies to stock inventory appropriately.
• Comply with and enforce sanitation regulations and safety standards.
• Maintain a positive and professional approach with co-workers.
• Produce high‑quality plates, both design and taste‑wise.

Ideal Candidate

Qualifications

• Must have had previous experience as a DCDP.
• Must have a minimum of 5 years of experience within the hospitality and in a dine‑in, à la carte, fine dining or casual dining restaurant.
• The candidate should have a minimum qualification of a culinary degree or equivalent experience in a Hotel or Restaurant setting.
• Must be currently present in KSA.
• Must be a proficient communicator in English.

Knowledge & Competency

• Has had team‑leading experiences.
• Exceptional proven ability in kitchen management.
• Ability to divide responsibilities and monitor progress.
• Outstanding communication and leadership skills.
• Up‑to‑date with culinary trends and optimized kitchen processes.

Personality

• Strong communicator.
• Pleasant personality and able to lead with empathy and patience.
• Customer service mindset.