Chef de Partie

Job Description

The Chef de Partie is responsible for managing an assigned kitchen section, preparing food to Sheraton and Marriott quality standards, following recipes, controlling portion sizes, and maintaining cleanliness and food safety. Candidates should have professional culinary experience, preferably in a hotel or high-volume restaurant, with practical knowledge of cooking techniques, HACCP procedures, and kitchen equipment. The role requires teamwork, reliability, good communication, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently during busy service periods. Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays is expected. Formal culinary training and relevant hospitality experience are advantageous.

Company Info

Sheraton Mall of the Emirates Hotel Dubai is a full-service hotel operated under the Sheraton brand, part of Marriott International. Located beside Mall of the Emirates, the property serves business travelers, tourists, families, and guests visiting Dubai for shopping and leisure. It offers hotel rooms, restaurants, lounges, meeting facilities, and wellness amenities. As part of Marriott’s global hospitality network, the hotel follows established standards for guest service, food quality, safety, and professional development. Culinary employees work in a multicultural environment and may support several restaurants, banquets, and room-service operations. The hotel typically provides structured procedures, training opportunities, and access to Marriott’s internal career pathways. Benefits for eligible employees may include accommodation or housing support, meals, transportation, medical coverage, annual leave, and travel-related discounts, although the exact package depends on the employment contract.

Destination Guide

The United Arab Emirates is a strong destination for hospitality careers, especially in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, where hotels, restaurants, resorts, and catering companies regularly recruit chefs and kitchen professionals. The culture combines Arabic traditions with a highly international, fast-paced lifestyle. Dubai offers excellent dining, shopping, beaches, entertainment, and public transport, though rent and general living costs can be high without employer accommodation. The UAE has a hot desert climate, and weekends and public holidays can be busy in hospitality. Most foreign employees require an employment visa sponsored by their employer; the company normally arranges entry permits, medical checks, Emirates ID, and residency processing. Candidates should verify salary, accommodation, meals, transport, working hours, leave, and insurance before accepting an offer. Bring legalized qualifications if requested, and ensure your passport remains valid throughout the relocation process.