Chef de Partie - Tea Lounge Kitchen (Conrad Singapore Orchard)

Hilton Worldwide, Inc.; Singapore; On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in hospitality is seeking a passionate Chef de Partie to join their dynamic kitchen team. In this exciting role, you will manage daily kitchen operations, ensuring that every dish meets the highest standards of quality and presentation. Your creativity will shine as you prepare unique dishes while training and guiding fellow team members. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a company dedicated to delivering exceptional guest experiences and fostering a collaborative work environment. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and have a flair for culinary excellence, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Proficient in English with 4-6 years of hotel experience.
• Strong skills in food safety, organization, and creativity.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily kitchen operations and maintain high cleanliness standards.
• Prepare and present food according to Hilton guidelines.
• Train and supervise kitchen staff while ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

Skills

English proficiency

Creativity

Food safety and hygiene

Organization and planning

Ability to work under pressure

Multi-skilled in different cuisines

Education

4 to 6 years experience in hotels

Job description

With thousands of hotels in over 100 countries and territories, Hilton offers countless opportunities to delight. From an open door to a welcoming smile and an exceptional experience, we offer the millions of travellers who stay with us every year a welcome they will never forget. In addition to our flagship brand, Hilton Hotels & Resorts, the family of brands includes Waldorf Astoria, LXR, Conrad, Canopy, Curio Collection, DoubleTree, Hilton Garden Inn, Hampton and many others.

If you appreciate the impact global travel can have on the world, you may be just the person we are looking for to work as a Hilton Team Member. Because it’s with Hilton where we never forget the reason we're here: to delight our guests, Team Members, and owners alike.

A Chef de Partie prepares and cooks according to standard procedures, recipes, photographs and given instructions, assisting the Sous Chef in training team members. The role participates in product development and ensures the smooth operation of the kitchen.

What will I be doing?

As Chef de Partie, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

• Manage day to day operations of an area in the kitchen (Banquet, Cold food, A la Carte, Hotline, Mercatino, Basilico, Dolchetto, Manhattan)
• Able to assist when required for buffet, special Muslim menu, special Indian menus and any other specials generated by banquet business.
• Ensure that sanitation standards as set forth by Hilton and local regulations are in compliance as well as the cleanliness and organization of the kitchen. HACCP
• Complete and ensure all work done in assigned areas are to the highest cleanliness standards and in adherence to Hilton policies and procedures.
• Prepare and plate accordingly to established Hilton guidelines and food standards.
• Distribute work equally to employees and supervise the preparation of assigned cooks.
• Maintain a good relationship with other employees, providing instructions and encouragement as needed.
• Assume responsibility of the Senior Chef de Partie in his/her absence.
• Fill store requisition & daily ordering for each dedicated section of the kitchen.
• Ensure proper food product storage, food rotation, labeling & following FIFO system.
• Operate equipment safely and properly in the kitchen and ensure they are kept clean after use at all times.
• Prepare and present all food on a timely basis according to the Hilton standards.
• Respect and accommodate servers’ requests regarding guests’ preferences and requests.
• Follow the standard recipes and presentations in order to maintain the standard of quality in production and presentation.
• Clean all work areas and equipment thoroughly at the end of each shift.
• Keep each working area clean and organized.
• Maintain a positive attitude towards changes and high level of professionalism.
• Report any accident immediately.
• Maintain a high morale and good working relationship with other employees.
• Respond properly in any hotel emergency or safety situations.
• Work closely with butcher, pastry kitchen and stewarding for other related food products and equipment needed for daily operations.
• Able to create new dishes, salad, dressings, cold and hot food presentations for a la carte, set menus, buffets and daily specials.
• Perform other tasks and projects as assigned by hotel management and staff.

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:

• Reading, writing and oral proficiency in the English language.
• 4 to 6 years working experience in hotels or similar facilities.
• Good trainer, organizer and planner.
• High level of creativity and able to withstand a stressful fast-paced environment.
• High level of food safety, hygiene and sanitation.
• Flexible with schedule and able to organize a cost-effective safe par stock for emergency and last minute situations, quick to switch gear.
• Multi-skilled: good knowledge of different cuisine, style and technique that able to relieve other colleagues whenever help is needed.
• Knowledge of international cuisine would be an advantage.

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!