Chef de Partie - Main Kitchen

At One&Only, we exist to create joy for our guests through anticipation, creativity, precision, empathy and warmth. We tailor every aspect of our guests’ stay to bring their dreams and desires to life. With an atmosphere that’s chic but wonderfully unstuffy, and a team who are meticulous but warm, we seek to exceed our guests’ expectations at every possible turn.

Glistening on a private apex of Palm Island, One&Only The Palm is an intimate beach-front retreat where the wonders of modern Dubai meet the charms of old Arabia. With abundant knowledge and generosity, we anticipate our guest’s every need and surpass expectations. Whether we are designing the perfect family day out or arranging a romantic private dinner, we approach everything with imagination to spark a sense of playfulness, discovery and adventure. This is not simply our job, it’s our passion.

With stunning resorts located across the globe and exciting expansion planned, Kerzner International currently has a fantastic opportunity for a Chef de Partie to join the One&Only team at One&Only The Palm Hotel in Dubai.

With the global growth of our brands, the Chef de Partie plays an essential role in the continued success of the Resort. Your responsibilities extend beyond preparing high ‑ quality dishes, you will contribute to developing strong working relationships with colleagues and supporting an exceptional culinary experience for our guests. You will be responsible for overseeing your designated kitchen section, ensuring consistency in food quality, maintaining cost control, and upholding our company’s core values. This role also involves supervising daily kitchen operations, training junior staff, managing mise ‑ en ‑ place, and maintaining the highest standards of hygiene and food safety.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare, cook, and present dishes within your designated section according to the kitchen standards.
• Assist with the creation of menu items and daily specials.
• Ensure consistency and quality across all food items.
• Monitor stock levels, place orders, and minimize waste.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in your section.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and HACCP guidelines.
• Train and supervise Commis Chefs and kitchen assistants.
• Collaborate with the Sous Chef and Head Chef on kitchen operations.
• Ensure timely preparation and smooth flow during service hours.
• Handle equipment with care and report any maintenance needs.
• Create new cocktail recipes and bring innovative ideas to the department.
• Coordinate with other kitchen sections to ensure smooth and efficient service.
• Support in planning and managing food preparation for banquets, events, and high-volume periods. Inspect ingredients for quality and freshness before use.
• Ensure proper storage, labeling, and rotation of all food items (FIFO).
• Assist in developing new recipes and improving existing ones.
• Monitor portion control to maintain cost effectiveness and minimize wastage.
• Adhere to company guidelines regarding food safety, cleanliness, and equipment use.
• Participate in regular kitchen briefings and team meetings.
• Maintain accurate records for temperature checks, cleaning schedules, and food usage reports.
• Ensure all kitchen tools and equipment in the section are properly cleaned, maintained, and stored.
• Address and resolve any issues within the section promptly to avoid delays during service.
• Step in to assist other sections when necessary to support the overall kitchen operation.
• Help maintain a positive, professional, and team-oriented work environment.
• Comply with all health, safety, and sanitation standards required by local regulations.

A suitable candidate should have a minimum of 2–4 years of experience in an upscale 5-star hotel or resort kitchen environment. Strong culinary knowledge and a solid understanding of food preparation and kitchen operations are essential. The candidate must demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills and be able to build strong working relationships with colleagues across the kitchen brigade. They should be dynamic team players capable of delivering the highest standards of food quality and presentation. Proficiency in English is required, and knowledge of an additional language will be highly regarded.

At One&Only creating JOY is at the forefront of everything we do. If you are the one to make every detail count & are bold to go beyond the obvious in every task assigned with positive energy & have the passion to make it happen, then we are looking for you.

Our brand is expanding faster than ever before. We are investing in the growth of our company, and that means we are committed to investing in you. Join a team that is open-hearted, intuitive, generous, and spontaneous in spirit. We believe in making our guests happy beyond anything they have ever imagined. We wow them at every turn and create memories that will last a lifetime. You will be at the heart of this vision, to constantly innovate to deliver Amazing Experiences and Everlasting Memories.

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