Demi Chef De Partie - Laguna

Discover the warm hospitality of Sofitel Dubai The Palm, a luxurious 5-star beachfront resort nested on the East Crescent of the renowned Palm Jumeirah.

Nestled amongst lush greenery on the idyllic shores of the Arabian Gulf, Sofitel Dubai The Palm offers a tropical and relaxing sanctuary, only a short distance away from the vibrant, buzzing metropolis of Dubai.

With  touches of French elegance interlaced throughout the resort, we invite guests to enjoy an environment “Where life lives” and indulge in excellence.

The resort comprises of 360 contemporary guest rooms and suites, 182 serviced apartments, 4 ultra-luxury villas, Sofitel Spa with L’Occitane, Fitness Centre, Kids Club and offers a large variety of dining options with 7 restaurants, 5 bars, and lounges.

• Ensuring quality consistency in the preparing, cooking and serving of all food according to hotel recipes and standards
• Complete daily checks of all mis en place in accordance with quality standards
• Continually strive to improve food preparation and presentation
• Maintaining current knowledge of all menu items, daily specials and promotions
• Maintaining proper rotation of product in all chillers to minimize wastage/spoilage
• Assisting with intake and storage of deliveries
• Ensuring all kitchen Colleagues are aware of standards and expectations
• Actively participate in daily shift briefings; share ideas, opinions and suggestions
• Communicating daily with colleagues regarding guest feedback
• Consistently improving knowledge and skills by assisting senior chefs
• Assisting with training and mentoring junior chefs
• Maintaining superior hygiene, health and safety standards. Includes ensuring the cleanliness and maintenance of all work areas, utensils, and equipment
• Following kitchen policies, procedures and service standards and all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage
• Consistently offer professional, friendly and proactive guest service while supporting fellow Colleagues
• Other duties as assigned

• Diploma or Certification from a recognized culinary school required
• 2 years Culinary experience in all areas of a luxury hotel kitchen
• Excellent customer service, team, interpersonal, communication, multi-tasking, organization and problem solving skills
• Be accountable, reliable, energetic, creative and flexible 
• Able to work efficiently and cohesively within a team, under pressure in a fast paced, multi-cultural environment
• Basic computer skills with a working knowledge MS Office an asset