Demi Chef De Partie (Italian Cuisine) - InterContinental Abu Dhabi

Are you an aspiring chef with a passion for Italian cuisine? InterContinental Abu Dhabi is looking for a talented Demi Chef de Partie to join our vibrant kitchen team. If you are ready to take the next step in your culinary career and work in a dynamic, high-end hotel environment, we want to hear from you!

As a Demi Chef de Partie (Italian Cuisine), you will be responsible for preparing and presenting exceptional Italian dishes, maintaining the highest standards of quality, and supporting the Chef de Partie in daily kitchen operations. This role offers an exciting opportunity for professional growth and development within the prestigious InterContinental brand.

A little taste of your day-to-day:

Every day is different, but you’ll mostly do:

• Prepare and cook authentic Italian dishes, including pasta, sauces, pizzas, and traditional specialties, ensuring consistency and quality.
• Supervise and mentor junior kitchen staff, providing guidance and support.
• Assist the Chef de Partie in managing the section efficiently, ensuring all dishes are prepared to the highest standards.
• Oversee the daily mise en place, ensuring all ingredients and garnishes are ready before service.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen, ensuring compliance with hygiene and safety standards.
• Contribute to inventory management, stock rotation, and report any stock shortages or wastage.
• Ensure that food preparation and presentation adhere to InterContinental’s culinary standards and specifications.

What we need from you:

• Experience: Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in Italian cuisine, preferably in a hotel or fine dining environment.
• Skills: Excellent knowledge of Italian cooking techniques, including pasta-making, sauces, and pizza preparation. Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Education: Culinary school graduate or equivalent qualification.

What you can expect from us: 

We give our people everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life – including a full uniform, impressive room discounts and some of the best training in the business. 

Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. 

IHG gives every member of the team the room they need to belong, grow and make a difference in a collaborative environment. We know that to work well, we need to feel well – both inside and outside of work – and through our myWellbeing framework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace.  

So, join us and you’ll become part of our ever-growing global family.