Chef De Partie

About the Role

The Chef De Partie position is based at Dukes The Palm Dubai Hotel, part of the Colbert Collection, known for its distinct Parisian-inspired dining experiences. This collection blends culture, conversation, and culinary ritual to create a memorable hospitality environment rich in character and emotion.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with team members in menu preparation.
• Manage daily mis-en-place and food preparation across various stations in the main kitchen.
• Maintain adequate supplies at cooking stations to ensure smooth operations.
• Prepare commonly used ingredients such as vegetables and spices consistently.
• Follow instructions from executive or sous chefs, contributing ideas for dish presentation and new recipes.
• Guide and supervise junior kitchen staff in daily food prep activities and oversee buffet and special event setups.
• Focus on optimizing cooking processes emphasizing speed without compromising quality.
• Strictly apply food safety, hygiene, and health regulations.
• Foster a cooperative and friendly work environment within the kitchen team.

Experience and Requirements

• Experience working in a large luxury hotel with a minimum of 500 rooms is essential.
• Exposure to hotel pre-opening operations is beneficial.
• Demonstrated previous experience as a Chef De Partie.
• Strong active listening and communication capabilities.
• Willingness and flexibility to work in rotating shifts.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to multitask efficiently in a high-pressure setting.