Dubai - Chef De Partie - Odyssey
Job Description
Department: GalleyLocation: UAE - Odyssey
Description
By applying to this position, your application will be submitted to Odyssey, one of Princess Cruises official Hiring Partners based in Dubai. A recruiter from Odyssey will contact you soon if your qualifications meet our requirements for this position.
As the world's leading cruise line, our guests have high expectations of us, and we have high expectations of our team members. We appreciate your patience as we carefully review each candidate.
Set a course for adventure with Princess Cruises! The employer of choice in the cruise industry, we operate a fleet of modern Love Boats each offering exceptional facilities and extensive professional development and recreational programs for our valued teammates who hail from more than 60 countries around the globe.
An iconic brand beloved by millions, we love people who love what they do and work together to help our guests create a lifetime of wonderful memories while providing friendly and attentive service like only Princess can.
As a member of the Princess Family, you'll enjoy a truly adventurous career with excellent incentives, unlimited opportunities for growth, and ports of call that will leave you breathless.
As Chef De Partie you will create lasting memories by providing exceptional service to all guests that selected Princess Cruises as their vacation getaway.
Key Responsibilities- Ensures product quality in his area of responsibility by regularly monitoring tasting panels and inspecting mise en place during preparation periods.
- Assures food production of the assigned area and gives the right instructions to team to maintain the food production up to standard and Assures minimum food spoilage.
- Supervises product delivery, ensuring quality and consistency, adequate production quantities, correct execution methods, and picture presentation as the minimum standard.
- Effectively supervise assigned Galley Staff during operational activity, including monitoring compliance with production and storage requirement such as temperature/ blast-chiller log recording.
- Always participate to the daily meeting with the Galley management and organizes staff meetings to deliver information on the menus, upcoming production, and events, according to Company Standard.
- Always controls food consumption in the assigned food production areas trough portions and production control, ensure batch cooking/ preparation process is practice and always meet the cost target.
- Thinks strategically. Has abroad and forward-thinking approach, focuses on financial results.
- Continually trains the staff in correct production methods and skills, culinary techniques, menu and recipe knowledge, product holding techniques, and presentation and delivery of the product.
- Ensures appropriate training and orientation is provided to new-to- vessel / first contract Galley staff.
- Maintains current, accurate knowledge of public health standards and ensures continuous compliance with all hotel related public health policies.
- At least five years of experience with a minimum of two years as Demi Chef de Partie in a high-volume culinary production from international Hotels/Resorts or Cruise Industry.
- Cruise ship experience is strongly preferred.
- Deep knowledge of international cuisines (Western /Continental Cuisine is a must) and solid understanding of USPH/HACCP requirements and Food Management.
- Formal qualification in Culinary Arts or equivalent from a recognized culinary training institution.
- Ability to work and supervise multicultural Teammates.
- Proficient knowledge of MS Office and job-related computer software.
- Good communication skills in the English language, both verbal and written.
Job Benefits
Embark on a career adventure like no other! As part of the Princess Cruises team, you'll enjoy:
- A competitive salary package.
- Your own comfortable double cabin - your private space to relax and recharge.
- Company-paid travel to and from the ship, so you can focus on the journey ahead.
- Access to exclusive areas and benefits onboard (depending on the rank and occupational group).
- A vibrant recreation and welfare program designed to support your well-being and work-life balance.
- Access to exceptional learning and development opportunities to grow your skills and advance your career.
- The chance to travel the world, exploring exciting destinations while doing what you love.
- A welcoming, inclusive, and dynamic work environment where your contributions are valued.
Join us and become part of a global team that's passionate about delivering unforgettable experiencesboth for our guests and for one another.