Chef De Partie

Company Description Fire Flower PDX is a culinary-focused organization dedicated to offering high-quality, thoughtfully prepared food in a welcoming environment. The team values creativity, consistency, and attention to detail in both the kitchen and guest experience. Fire Flower PDX encourages collaboration among team members and supports ongoing professional development in the culinary arts. Applicants can expect a workplace that prioritizes respect, safety, and clear communication. The company is committed to inclusive hiring practices and fostering a supportive, team-oriented culture. Role Description The Chef De Partie at Fire Flower PDX is a full-time, on-site role based in Abu Dhabi. This position is responsible for managing a specific section of the kitchen, overseeing mise en place, preparing and plating dishes to specification, and maintaining consistent quality and presentation standards. Day-to-day tasks include coordinating with other kitchen team members, ensuring food safety and hygiene, monitoring inventory for the assigned station, and assisting with ordering and stock rotation. The Chef De Partie will also help train and guide junior staff, support menu development with the Sous Chef and Head Chef, and contribute to timely service during busy periods. Collaboration, reliability, and a strong sense of ownership over the assigned station are essential. Qualifications • Strong technical cooking skills and experience managing a designated kitchen section (e.g., grill, sauté, pastry). • Knowledge of food safety standards, kitchen hygiene, and proper handling and storage of ingredients. • Ability to work efficiently in a high-volume, fast-paced environment while maintaining quality and consistency. • Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate with chefs, servers, and other team members. • Experience training or mentoring junior kitchen staff and supporting a positive, respectful team culture. • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required in a hospitality setting. • Relevant culinary education or professional training is preferred; comparable hands-on experience is also valued. • Previous experience as a Chef De Partie or in a similar role within a professional kitchen is highly beneficial.

Relevant culinary education or professional training is preferred; comparable hands-on experience is also valued. Previous experience as a Chef De Partie or in a similar role within a professional kitchen is highly beneficial.

Managing a specific section of the kitchen, overseeing mise en place, preparing and plating dishes to specification, and maintaining consistent quality and presentation standards. Day-to-day tasks include coordinating with other kitchen team members, ensuring food safety and hygiene, monitoring inventory for the assigned station, and assisting with ordering and stock rotation. Train and guide junior staff, support menu development with the Sous Chef and Head Chef, and contribute to timely service during busy periods. Collaborate, be reliable, and demonstrate ownership over the assigned station.