Nestled in the city's heart, Mandarin Oriental Downtown, Dubai, offers a stunning fusion of modern design with a touch of oriental flair, redefining hospitality standards.

With unparalleled views of Dubai's skyline, the iconic Burj Khalifa, and the sparkling Arabian Sea, this urban retreat offers 224 luxury Residences and 259 Rooms & Suites.

Going beyond traditional hospitality, Mandarin Oriental Downtown, Dubai, it's not just a hotel but a lifestyle destination, offering relaxation, luxury, and memorable experiences.

As a Chef de Partie, you will be a key member of our kitchen team, responsible for preparing and presenting high-quality dishes in line with our Greek cuisine standards. You will work closely with the Head Chef to ensure the smooth running of your assigned kitchen section and help maintain a high standard of food quality and presentation.

Key Responsibilities:

• The Chef de Partie’s mission is to take full responsibility for the food quality & presentation of the restaurant’s dishes and on demand to assist other areas of the culinary operation.
• Supervise his kitchen section and cooperate with the other sections within the kitchen.
• Responsible to comply at all times with the standard quality requirements, stock management and techniques.
• The Chef de Partie should monitor and control the food quality, setup/ presentation and timely delivery of the dishes.
• Ensure plating guides are up to date and distributed appropriately.
• Ensure that all plating guides are followed according to set dish description, cooking method and presentation image.
• Ensure that the dishes are prepared in the most authentic way as standards set and agreed by the Head Chef.
• The Chef de Partie has to ensure that agreed quality, hygiene and other standards are kept or surpassed at all times by himself and his subordinates.
• Encourage proactive, efficient and effective inter-departmental communication within and beyond the Food and Beverage division to promote a climate of teamwork and enthusiasm.
• Responsible for the ordering and requesting of the ingredients daily.
• Oversee and follow through the food safety standards set by Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group, Safe & Sound and through the UAE Municipality rules and regulation.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• High School qualification or equivalent.
• Degree or Higher National Diploma in Hospitality/Culinary arts is preferred.
• Experience as Chef de Partie in a high-volume restaurant with highest levels of service is preferred.
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience working in a 5-star hotel or free-standing restaurant environment
• International work experience in at least two of the following regions: Asia, Europe, North America and preferably Middle East.
• Hotel pre-opening or renovation experience is preferred.
•  Solid Knowledge in preparing, cooking, presenting dishes.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP