Demi Chef de Partie

Role Overview

Demi Chef de Partie at Minor International, located at Dukes The Palm Dubai Hotel.

Company Overview

The Colbert Collection is a group of hotels inspired by the spirit of Parisian boulevard cafés and the original Colbert bistro. United by shared sensibility rather than style or geography, each hotel captures a distinct character where culture, conversation, and culinary rituals converge, shaped by the rhythm of its destination.

Role Purpose

The Demi Chef de Partie is responsible for daily food preparation and assigned duties to meet set standards and qualities, supporting the Chef de Partie and Sous Chef in kitchen operations while maintaining consistency in food quality, presentation, and cost control.

Key Responsibilities

Food Preparation & Production

• Support the Chef de Partie or Sous Chef in daily operations and work.
• Work according to menu specifications established by the Chef de Partie.
• Participate in actual food preparation, producing food of consistently high quality, taste, and presentation.
• Expedite service during peak meal periods as needed.
• Prepare daily mise-en-place and food production in different sections of the main kitchen or satellite kitchens.
• Ensure the highest standards and consistent quality in daily preparation.

Kitchen Management & Standards

• Keep work area in hygienic conditions at all times according to hotel rules.
• Control food stock and food cost in assigned section.
• Coordinate and participate with other sections on requirements, cleanliness, wastage, and cost control.
• Keep up to date with new products, recipes, and preparation techniques.

Leadership & Support

• Instruct and lead subordinates through their daily requirements in food preparation.
• Actively take part in setup of buffets and special functions.

Execution

• Follow instructions and recommendations from immediate superiors to complete daily tasks.

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven work experience as a Demi Chef de Partie.
• Previous experience in a large hotel with at least 500 keys in a luxury property required.
• Pre-opening experience is an advantage.

Skills & Competencies

• Active listening and effective communication skills.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Ability to perform well in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility to work in shifts.