Chef De Partie (Garde Manger) - FIVE Palm Jumeirah

An Exhilarating Opportunity

Are You Ready for a Daring Challenge with The World’s Hottest Luxury Hotel Group? Disruptive by Design, FIVE Hotels and Resorts is Redefining ‘FIVE-Star’ Hospitality and Setting the Gold Standard across the Industry.

Join the FIVE Tribe - and Get Ready to Make Waves.

The Candidate

A Driven Self-Starter, you have Excellent Communication, Leadership and Organisational Skills. As an Astute Creative and Critical Thinker, you can Conceptualise and Implement Innovative Solutions in a Fast-Paced Environment. Not even the Smallest Detail Escapes Your Keen Eye and You Execute Tasks Proactively with Precision and Finesse. A ‘Can-Do!’ Attitude Coupled with An Inherent Flair for Taking Ownership Makes You a Highly Motivated Go-Getter.

Your Outgoing and Approachable Nature enables you to Seamlessly Connect with other ‘FIVERs’ and key Stakeholders, ensuring that Their and Your Journey at FIVE is nothing short of Sensational. Joining our Culinary Team as a Chef De Partie will Empower you to deliver Exceptional Experiences across our award-winning Lifestyle Destinations. Jump on Board and Unlock your Potential in a Buzzing Environment that will take your Career to New Heights!

What We’re Looking For

• A proven track record as a Chef De Partie in a Luxury Hotel environment or Pool Operation Establishment, delivering Sensational Experiences synonymous with FIVE's Award-Winning Service Quality.
  
• Outstanding Pre-Opening experience in setting up dynamic, seamless and fast-paced Kitchen Operations is advantageous.
  
• A Culinary Degree or equivalent qualification is preferred.
  
• Demonstrated proficiency in Culinary Techniques, and Presentation and Plating Methods.
  
• Strong familiarity with and understanding of how to Safely Use and Maintain kitchen equipment.
  
• Next-Level Organisational and Leadership skills, effectively leading and inspiring the FIVE Tribe to New Heights
  
• A Meticulous Eye for Detail, ensuring every aspect of Food Quality and Presentation is perfectly curated.
  
• Comprehensive knowledge of HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) principles and practices, and a thorough understanding of Health and Safety Regulations, Food Hygiene Standards, and Best Practices in Restaurant Operations.
  
• A positive ‘Can-Do!’ Attitude and proactive in Contributing Innovatively towards menu development and culinary concepts.
  
• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including weekends and holidays, based on the requirements of the Hotel.

Key Responsibilities

• Meticulously prepares and crafts Delectable Dishes, showcasing an exceptional ‘FIVE-Star’ culinary flair.
  
• Supervises, organises and oversees a designated Kitchen Division, demonstrating a keen eye for detail and a commitment to delivering Sensational Dishes.
  
• Ensures the impeccable Organisation and Setup of their section before service periods, ensuring efficiency and smooth operations.
  
• Collaborates closely with Sous Chefs and the Chef De Cuisine to curate menus that reflect Seasonal Trends and embody our bespoke and stunning ‘FIVE-Styled’ Culinary Vision.
  
• Contributes to the creation of Next-Level Dishes, Menu Components, and Culinary Displays.
  
• Takes charge of Leading, Training, and Mentoring the Culinary Team, instilling a Culture of Continuous Learning and Professional Growth.
  
• Provides Expert Guidance on culinary techniques, time management, and kitchen safety practices.
  
• Closely monitors Ingredient Stock Levels and adopts a Minimum-Waste approach in placing orders, ensuring a continuous and efficient supply of ingredients.
  
• Adheres rigorously to Food Safety and Hygiene Protocols, maintaining a spotless, secure, and sanitary kitchen environment that reflects our Commitment to Excellence.
  
• Fosters collaboration with our FIVE Tribe, ensuring Seamless Correspondence and Coordination during service and special occasions, that upholds our stellar reputation.
  
• Engages enthusiastically in Menu Tasting Sessions, Assessments, and Staff Training exercises, embracing the visionary approach that defines our award-winning ‘Vibe at FIVE.’

The Team

‘FIVERs’ are Cultured yet Chic, Confident yet Self-Effacing, and Work Hard to Play even Harder. As a FIVE Tribe Member, you'll Personify the distinct ‘Vibe at FIVE’ and apply it to create Insta-Perfect Experiences for our Guests that keeps them Coming Back for More. If you Dream of being surrounded by Like-Minded Individuals who share your Passion for Delivering Unforgettable Moments that last a Lifetime – then Look No Further and Unleash your Next-Level Potential.

Sustainable Indulgence at FIVE

FIVE is a leader in Sustainable Luxury Living and Hospitality, with its UAE-based Destinations being the first and only Hotels in the UAE to obtain the International Renewable Energy Certificates (I-REC) for achieving 100% renewable electricity for 2022. The company's Science-Meets-Styled ‘Sustainable Indulgence’ Ethos has led to a completely LEED Platinum-certified operational hospitality portfolio. FIVE Palm Jumeirah and FIVE Jumeirah Village are also 3 Star SPIRE Rated Smart Buildings. FIVE Zurich, the only LEED Platinum hotel in Switzerland, achieved an impressive 84 Points under LEED v4's BD+C and ID+C rating system, making it one of just five hotels worldwide to receive Platinum Certification. FIVE illustrates its Commitment to making ‘Sustainability without Compromise on Luxury Living’ central to its Future Vision, with FIVE LUXE already on track to acquire LEED Platinum (BD+C). These Achievements highlight FIVE’s Comprehensive and Committed Scope of Sustainability Strategy permeating Operations, Governance and Community.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

The FIVE Tribe represents over 70 nationalities across its over 1500 ‘FIVERs.’ FIVE is Committed to Hiring a Diverse and Inclusive Workforce as an Equal-Opportunity Employer. Accordingly, FIVE does not discriminate based on disability, race, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion or belief, nationality, marital status, or any other basis protected under national or local laws. Ranked 10th on the Great Workplaces in the UAE 2023 list of Large Organisations, the FIVE Tribe is more than a group of people working together – it is a Family bonded by common Values and Goals, Celebrating People, Culture and Diversity.

About FIVE Hotels and Resorts

FIVE Hotels and Resorts prides itself on being Disruptively Different and Daringly Unique. Our Growing Portfolio of Lavish Destinations are the epitome of Glamour and Experiential Luxury, and currently consists of FIVE Palm Jumeirah, FIVE Jumeirah Village, FIVE Zurich and FIVE LUXE. Joining our Exceptional FIVE Tribe means you are part of a team who Breaks Boundaries and offers Unbeatable Next-Level Experiences at FIVE’s award-winning Hotels, Dining Concepts, and 360-Degree Immersive Nightlife Venues. As part of the Accomplished FIVE Tribe, you will be part of a group of High Achievers who Fearlessly Challenge Conventions on a Global Stage.