Chef de Partie (Western)

Job Description

The Chef de Partie (Western) is responsible for preparing and presenting Western dishes according to Mercure’s recipes, quality standards, and food-safety procedures. Candidates should have professional kitchen experience, preferably in a hotel or restaurant, with practical knowledge of Western cuisine, mise en place, portion control, hygiene, and kitchen equipment. Culinary training or certification is advantageous. The successful candidate is expected to work efficiently during busy service periods, maintain an organized workstation, control food waste, support junior kitchen colleagues, and cooperate closely with the wider culinary team. Flexibility for rotating shifts, weekends, and public holidays is required, along with physical stamina, attention to detail, teamwork, and a professional attitude.

Company Info

Mercure Jakarta Gatot Subroto is a midscale hotel operated under Mercure, an Accor brand known for combining reliable international hospitality standards with local character. The hotel is located in South Jakarta’s Gatot Subroto business corridor, providing access to corporate offices, government institutions, shopping areas, restaurants, and major transport routes. Its services typically include guest rooms, dining facilities, meeting and event spaces, and leisure or business amenities. As part of Accor, the property offers employees exposure to structured hotel operations, international service practices, training opportunities, and potential career mobility across the group’s global portfolio. The hotel serves business travelers, event guests, and leisure visitors, making teamwork, consistency, guest satisfaction, and efficient service important aspects of daily operations.

Destination Guide

Indonesia offers hospitality opportunities across Java, Bali, Lombok, Sumatra, and other tourist destinations. Jakarta, on Java, has the broadest selection of city-hotel, restaurant, catering, and corporate roles, while Bali and Lombok provide strong resort and culinary employment markets. Indonesian workplaces generally value politeness, teamwork, respect for seniority, and adaptability. Living costs vary considerably: Jakarta is busy and expensive by local standards, whereas many smaller cities and islands offer a slower lifestyle and lower housing costs. Foreign workers normally need an employer-sponsored work authorization and a limited-stay visa or KITAS; requirements can change, so candidates should confirm arrangements with the employer and Indonesian immigration authorities before travel. Accommodation, meals, transport, insurance, and service charge should be clarified in the employment contract. Learning basic Bahasa Indonesia is highly beneficial for workplace integration and daily life.