Chef de Partie

About the Role

Edition is seeking a Chef de Partie to join its team in the Red Sea region. This full-time position requires 2-5 years of relevant experience and focuses on ensuring high standards of food preparation, quality, and presentation within the kitchen operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare special meals or substitute items as required.
• Regulate temperatures of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters to ensure proper cooking.
• Manage food thawing processes by pulling items from freezer storage to the refrigerator.
• Ensure correct portioning, arrangement, and garnishing of all food items.
• Maintain accurate food logs and monitor the quality and quantity of prepared food.
• Communicate staffing needs during peak periods to ensure smooth operations.
• Inform the Chef of excess food items that can be utilized for daily specials.
• Notify Food & Beverage service staff about menu specials and any out-of-stock items.
• Prepare and cook food according to established recipes, quality standards, presentation guidelines, and food preparation checklists.
• Prepare cold food items as per menu requirements.

Operational Support and Team Leadership

• Assist management in various human resources functions including hiring, training, scheduling, evaluating, counseling, disciplining, motivating, and coaching employees.
• Serve as a role model for kitchen staff, upholding professional standards.
• Ensure adherence to all company, safety, and security policies and procedures.
• Report maintenance needs, accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to management.
• Complete all required safety training and certifications.

Work Standards and Professional Conduct

• Maintain a clean and professional uniform and personal appearance.
• Maintain confidentiality of proprietary information and protect company assets.
• Anticipate and address guests’ service needs proactively.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues using clear and professional language.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with team members.
• Support the team in achieving common goals and respond appropriately to employee concerns.
• Ensure consistent adherence to quality expectations and standards in all tasks.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, sit, or walk for extended periods.
• Capability to reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping.
• Ability to move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing up to 25 pounds without assistance.

Additional Duties

The Chef de Partie will perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors to support overall kitchen and restaurant operations.