Job Description

Job Title: Senior Chef de Partie

Location:

FITT Meals, Warehouse 2, 9th St - Al Quoz - Al Quoz Industrial Area 3 - Dubai

Reports To:

Sous Chef / Senior Sous Chef

Company:

FITT Meals

About FITT Meals:

FITT Meals is a leading meal preparation company specializing in macro-balanced, nutritious, and delicious meals. We focus on high-quality, large-scale meal production, ensuring consistency and excellence for our growing customer base. Our kitchen operates at a fast pace, and we are looking for a dedicated and skilled

Senior Chef de Partie

to join our team.

Job Summary:

The

Senior Chef de Partie

is responsible for overseeing the preparation, cooking, and presentation of high-volume, high-quality meals. This role requires expertise in

international and Asian cuisine

, with a strong focus on bulk cooking for large-scale catering or airline meal production. The ideal candidate will be a team player with a passion for efficiency, consistency, and delivering top-tier meals at scale.

Key Responsibilities:

Assist the

Sous Chef and Senior Sous Chef

in daily kitchen operations, ensuring smooth workflow and high production standards. Prepare and cook large quantities of meals, maintaining consistency, portion control, and quality. Work across multiple kitchen stations, with a focus on

international and Asian cuisine

. Ensure all food production follows FITT Meals' recipes, quality guidelines, and safety standards. Supervise and mentor junior kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to kitchen best practices and efficiency. Manage ingredient usage, minimize waste, and ensure proper storage of food supplies. Monitor and maintain food safety, hygiene, and sanitation protocols in line with

HACCP

and kitchen health regulations. Support in menu planning, recipe development, and innovation to enhance FITT Meals' offerings. Operate within strict timeframes to meet meal prep schedules and bulk production demands. Coordinate with the logistics team to ensure seamless meal packaging and distribution. Execute orders and recipes provided by the

Culinary SLT

with precision and efficiency. Be proactive in managing and planning manpower under their division to ensure smooth kitchen operations.

Requirements:

Proven experience

in high-volume catering, airline catering, or large-scale food production. Strong background in

international and Asian cuisine

preparation. Minimum

5 years of experience

as a Chef de Partie or higher in a commercial kitchen. Ability to

work efficiently

in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment. Experience with

bulk cooking techniques

and large-scale kitchen equipment. Strong organizational and multitasking skills. Knowledge of

food safety regulations (HACCP certification preferred)

. Excellent team leadership and communication skills. Flexibility to work shifts, including early mornings, weekends, and holidays. Proficiency in

kitchen systems, Excel, and other relevant software

for inventory and production tracking.

What We Offer:

Competitive salary based on experience. Opportunity to work in a dynamic and growing company. Career development and growth opportunities. Staff meals and benefits. Growth potential within the company, especially in future expansion plans.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: AED4,500.00 - AED5,500.00 per month

Ability to commute/relocate:

Dubai: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Application Question(s):

Can you provide examples of dishes you have prepared in both international and Asian cuisine? How do you ensure consistency and quality in high-volume meal production? What is the largest volume of meals you have prepared in a single shift? Can you describe your experience working in bulk cooking environments such as large-scale catering, airline catering, or meal preparation facilities? Have you led a team in a high-pressure kitchen environment? How do you plan and manage manpower under your supervision to ensure efficiency and smooth operations?
Experience:

Chef de Partie or higher in a commercial kitchen.: 5 years (Required)
Expected Start Date: 31/03/2025