Chef De Partie - Cold Kitchen - Jumeirah Zabeel Saray

About Jumeirah & the Hotel

Jumeirah, a global leader in luxury hospitality and a member of Dubai Holding, operates an exceptional portfolio of 28 properties across the Middle East, Europe and Asia. In 1999, Jumeirah changed the face of luxury hospitality with the opening of the iconic Jumeirah Burj Al Arab and the brand is now renowned worldwide for its distinguished beachfront resorts, esteemed city hotels and luxury residences. From the contemporary Maldivian island paradise at Jumeirah Olhahali Island to the art-inspired Jumeirah Capri Palace in Italy and the modern twist on a British classic at Jumeirah Carlton Tower in London, the brand has become synonymous with warm and generous service and the ability to craft distinctive and purposeful experiences that bring joy to guests from across the world.

Jumeirah Zabeel Saray is a luxurious beachside resort located on the West Crescent of the iconic Palm Jumeirah in Dubai. The interior of the resort is inspired by the ancient palaces of the Ottoman Era and features hand-painted finishings, artworks and stunning murals influenced by the Golden Age of the Ottoman Empire. The resort features 405 rooms and suites, 38 Royal Villas, and the award-winning Talise Ottoman Spa, one of the largest and most luxurious spas in the Middle East. Amenities include Sinbad’s Kids Club with a splash park, the entertainment venue Zabeel Theatre, motorised and non-motorised water sports by the pristine private beach, and a curated selection of eleven distinct restaurants & lounges, offering a myriad of culinary experiences.

About the Job

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Chef De Partie for Cold Kitchen to join the Culinary team at Jumeirah Zabeel Saray. The main duties and responsibilities of this role are:

• Responsible for preparing and cooking high-quality dishes according to menu guidelines and recipes, ensuring each dish is properly garnished, presented, and served with the highest quality standards.
• Actively managing your section, you will delegate tasks to junior kitchen staff, ensuring smooth operations during busy periods and maintaining quality standards in the absence of senior chefs.
• Assist the Chef de Cuisine and Sous Chef in developing new menu ideas, ensuring that all menus are seasonal, creative, and made with the finest ingredients.
• Ensure that all mise-en-place is always freshly prepared and on time, contributing to the efficiency of kitchen operations.
• Support the training and development of junior chefs, trainees, and staff, ensuring they receive optimal guidance and have an active training plan in place.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in your kitchen section, ensuring adherence to food safety, hygiene standards, and proper equipment usage, in line with HACCP and Jumeirah standards.

About You

The ideal candidate for this position will have the following qualifications, experience, and skills:

• A College Degree in Culinary Arts or a similar qualification from an accredited culinary school.
• Expertise in food quality, presentation, and multi-cuisine kitchen management, including show cooking, with a deep knowledge of both classical and international culinary trends.
• Strong understanding of hygiene, health, and safety practices, ensuring adherence to the highest standards in the kitchen.
• Adaptability and appreciation of cultural diversity, with the ability to work effectively in diverse environments and lead a team.
• Proficiency in English (Read/Write/Speak) along with a strong customer service orientation, ensuring communication and service excellence.

About the Benefits

We offer an attractive tax-free salary, paid in Dirhams (AED), the local currency of the UAE. In addition, we offer generous F&B benefits, reduced hotel rates across our properties globally, excellent leave and health care package, flights home, life insurance, functional incentives and other employee benefits making the role attractive to high performers and any applicant looking for a career with one of the most luxurious brands in the hospitality industry.