Chef de Partie DoubleTree by Hilton Sharjah

EOE/AA/Disabled/Veterans

What are we looking for

A Chef de Partie serving Hilton brands is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role you should maintain the attitude behaviours skills and values that follow:

• Strong coaching and training skills with the ability to prepare training plans for your section
• Ability and desire to motivate teams
• Excellent communication skills
• Achieved Basic Food Hygiene Certificate
• Ability to work on own initiative or as part of a team
• Must have full knowledge of HACCP and food hygiene practices
• Must be able to follow and set standards in the kitchen department at all times
• Good knowledge of classical cooking techniques and modern culinary trends

It would be advantageous in this position for you to demonstrate the following capabilities and distinctions:

• Previous kitchen experience in a similar role ideally within a hotel
• Food Hygiene Certificate
• Knowledge of current food trends and innovative culinary practices

What will it be like to work for Hilton

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations service amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!

A Chef de Partie is responsible for supervising team members and ensuring high levels of food preparation to deliver an excellent Guest experience while assisting with food cost controls. A Chef de Partie will also be required to lead and motivate a team maintain high standards of hygiene and contribute to menu development.

What will I be doing

As a Chef de Partie you will supervise team members and ensure high levels of food preparation to deliver an excellent Guest experience. Specifically you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:

• Ensure all food preparation and presentation meets Hilton quality standards

• Prepare and present high-quality food for buffet and à la carte service

• Supervise lead and motivate a team of various skill levels

• Maintain a high standard of personal hygiene and grooming in line with Hilton standards

• Work in a clean organised manner strictly following HACCP regulations

• Prepare all mise-en-place for all relevant menus

• Suggest and contribute to the creation of new menus for both buffet and à la carte offerings

• Assist in positive outcomes from guest queries in a timely and efficient manner

• Ensure food items are of good quality and stored correctly

• Contribute to controlling costs improving gross profit margins and achieving departmental and financial targets

• Assist Executive Chef or Sous Chef in the training coaching and development of all team members in compliance with company procedures

• Be a role model for team members demonstrating Hilton values and a positive can-do attitude

• Report maintenance hygiene and hazard issues promptly

• Comply with hotel security fire regulations and all health safety and food safety legislation

• Be environmentally aware and support sustainability initiatives

• Assist other departments wherever necessary and maintain good working relationships