Chef De Partie at InterContinental Dubai Marina

Role Overview

Chef de Partie at InterContinental Dubai Marina, InterContinental Hotels Group. The role is based at InterContinental Dubai Marina Hotel & Residences in Dubai Marina, United Arab Emirates.

Company Overview

InterContinental Dubai Marina is a five-star luxury hotel and residence in the heart of Dubai Marina with 328 rooms and residence suites, flexible event space, and multiple restaurants and bars. The hotel has staff representing over 30 languages and countries, creating an international five-star presence. InterContinental is the world's largest family of luxury hotels, shaped by decades of international know-how and local insights.

Role Purpose

To prepare, produce, and maintain high-quality cold kitchen items while ensuring proper food safety, presentation standards, and seamless coordination with other kitchen sections and service teams during all service periods and events.

Key Responsibilities

Food Preparation & Production

• Prepare and produce a wide range of cold kitchen items, including salads, cold appetizers, canapés, sandwiches, wraps, cold cuts, terrines, pâtés, and other garde manger preparations.
• Prepare and maintain dressings, sauces, vinaigrettes, dips, marinades, and condiments according to standardized recipes.
• Prepare fresh vegetables, fruits, herbs, meats, seafood, and other ingredients required for cold kitchen production.

Mise en Place & Presentation

• Ensure proper mise en place is completed before each service period.
• Maintain high standards of presentation, portion control, garnish, and plating for à la carte, buffet, banquets, events, and room service.
• Assist in preparing and presenting buffet displays, salad bars, cold platters, cheese boards, charcuterie, and canapé selections.

Storage & Quality Control

• Ensure all food products are stored correctly and maintained at appropriate temperatures.
• Monitor the quality and freshness of ingredients and report any issues to the Sous Chef.
• Check and maintain appropriate food temperatures during preparation, storage, and service.
• Ensure proper FIFO (First In, First Out) procedures are followed for all ingredients.

Standards & Compliance

• Follow all hotel recipes, standards, portion specifications, and food presentation guidelines.
• Follow HACCP, food safety, hygiene, and health and safety standards at all times.
• Minimize food wastage through proper preparation, storage, portion control, and utilization of ingredients.

Kitchen Operations & Coordination

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the Cold Kitchen, refrigerators, preparation areas, equipment, and utensils.
• Assist with daily stock checks and communicate shortages or quality issues to the Chef/Sous Chef.
• Support the Sous Chef and other kitchen sections during busy operations when required.
• Ensure smooth coordination with Hot Kitchen, Pastry, Stewarding, Banquets, and Service teams during operations.

Team Leadership & Support

• Guide and support Commis Chefs, Demi Chefs de Partie, and kitchen trainees in the Cold Kitchen section.
• Assist with menu changes, special events, VIP requirements, and seasonal promotions.
• Perform other culinary duties as assigned by the Executive Chef.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in a luxury hotel or hospitality environment.
• Strong understanding of kitchen operations, food preparation, and culinary techniques in international or specialized cuisine.
• Culinary diploma or equivalent qualification is preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Passion for food and a genuine desire to exceed guest expectations.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.
• Knowledge of food safety, HACCP, and hygiene standards.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Additional Information

• Competitive salary that rewards hard work.
• Staff room discounts.
• Access to some of the best training in the industry.
• Supportive team environment that values collaboration.
• Creative and inspiring workplace.
• IHG myWellbeing framework supporting health, lifestyle, and workplace wellbeing.
• Equal employment opportunities and inclusive workplace culture.