Demi Chef de Partie - Butchery

Our adventure camp in the Hatta mountains celebrates the land’s spirit, providing countless ways to play and explore the outdoors. Fifty caravans form a lively community inspired by nomadic exploration, surrounded by hiking and biking trails throughout mountainous terrain that immerse guests in the region’s natural beauty. A central restaurant fueled by local flavors is designed for guests to gather, and a wellness center offers restorative rituals drawing from local tradition. 

As a Butcher (Demi Chef de Partie) at Caravan by Our Habitas Hatta, you will support the culinary team by ensuring the highest standards in the preparation, portioning and handling of meat, poultry and seafood. Working closely with the Chef de Partie and culinary leadership team, you will combine strong butchery skills with careful attention to quality, food safety and responsible use of ingredients.

This role is ideal for a skilled, organised and quality-focused culinary professional who takes pride in craftsmanship, understands the importance of responsible sourcing and minimising waste, and enjoys working as part of a collaborative kitchen team.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, trim, cut, debone and portion meat, poultry and seafood according to recipes, specifications and operational requirements.

• Ensure all products meet required standards for quality, freshness, portioning and presentation before being released to the kitchen.

• Support daily mise en place and production requirements across the culinary operation.

• Receive and inspect meat, poultry and seafood deliveries, checking quality, freshness, temperature and specifications.

• Store products correctly in accordance with food safety, temperature control and FIFO requirements.

• Maintain accurate portion control to support consistency, food cost management and operational efficiency.

• Minimise food waste through careful preparation, correct storage and responsible utilisation of ingredients.

• Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness, hygiene and sanitation across the butchery area, equipment and cold storage.

• Follow all HACCP, food safety and occupational health & safety requirements.

• Ensure knives, cutting equipment and machinery are used safely and maintained in excellent working condition.

• Monitor stock levels and communicate requirements to culinary leadership to support effective ordering and inventory management.

• Coordinate closely with the Chef de Partie, Sous Chef and other culinary sections to ensure products are prepared according to service requirements.

• Assist with stock counts, rotation and inventory control as required.

• Support junior culinary colleagues by sharing knowledge of correct butchery techniques, portioning and safe working practices.

• Maintain a clean, organised and efficient working environment throughout preparation and service.

• Contribute to a positive, collaborative kitchen culture that reflects the Our Habitas approach to hospitality, sustainability and community.

• Butchery Experience: Previous experience as a Butcher, Demi Chef de Partie – Butchery or similar role within a hotel, resort, restaurant or professional kitchen environment.

• Technical Skills: Strong practical knowledge of meat, poultry and seafood preparation, including trimming, deboning, portioning and appropriate cutting techniques.

• Product Knowledge: Good understanding of different cuts, quality standards, storage requirements and appropriate culinary applications.

• Food Safety: Strong knowledge of HACCP, food hygiene, temperature control, cross-contamination prevention and safe handling procedures.

• Cost Awareness: Understanding of portion control, yield management and waste reduction, with a responsible approach to ingredients.

• Organisation: Able to manage daily preparation requirements efficiently while maintaining consistently high standards.

• Teamwork: Collaborative and reliable, with the ability to work closely with different sections of the culinary team.

• Physical Capability: Comfortable with the physical requirements of a professional butchery environment, including handling products, equipment and working in chilled areas.

• Language Skills: Good working knowledge of English is required.

• Brand & Cultural Fit: Passionate about food, craftsmanship, sustainability and experiential hospitality, with an appreciation for the Our Habitas philosophy.

• Great Personality: At Caravan by Our Habitas Hatta, personality and experience are equally valued. We celebrate individuality, creativity and authenticity—bringing a positive attitude, pride in your craft and collaborative spirit is essential.

Why Join Caravan by Our Habitas Hatta?

Be part of the launch team for a new experiential hospitality concept in the UAE, combining nature, adventure, design, wellness, and community. This is an opportunity to help shape the identity of a destination from the ground up and create memorable experiences for a new generation of travellers.

What’s in it for you...

• Lots of opportunity to progress and switch it up as part of a global family of brands.
• Great healthcare, competitive salary, and some nice extra perks across the Ennismore family of brands!
• Learning opportunities to broaden your skillset and development that helps you think, make, and thrive at work
• The opportunity to be yourself and collaborate with other bright minds in a relaxed, innovative culture