Summary
AlphaMind is seeking a Senior Chef de Partie for Café KIRA, its café and dining concept in Dubai. The role oversees an assigned kitchen section, maintains food quality and presentation, and ensures mise en place is ready for service. The chef will supervise and train junior team members, manage stock rotation and waste, and support inventory, ordering, and menu development. Candidates should have strong restaurant or hotel kitchen experience, section leadership skills, and knowledge of HACCP and food safety.
The posting
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About AlphaMind
AlphaMind is a global lifestyle and hospitality entity born from a strategic partnership between ADMO Lifestyle Holding and Addmind Hospitality. Combining the expertise of two industry leaders, AlphaMind develops and operates world-class restaurants, lounge bars, beach clubs, nightlife destinations, and lifestyle concepts across the UAE, Europe, and beyond. Its portfolio includes iconic brands such as CLAP, KIRA, LITT, Bar du Port, Iris, and other award-winning hospitality experiences.
Driven by creativity, innovation, and exceptional guest experiences, AlphaMind continues to expand its footprint globally while maintaining the highest standards of operational excellence and hospitality.
About Café Kira
Café KIRA is positioned as a more casual, everyday version of KIRA—combining elevated café dining, pastries, drinks and evening dining in a sophisticated Jumeirah neighbourhood setting
Role Overview
Café KIRA is looking for an experienced and passionate Senior Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team.
The ideal candidate will have a strong culinary background, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to lead a section while maintaining the highest standards of food quality, consistency, and presentation.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the daily operations of the assigned kitchen section, ensuring smooth and efficient service.
- Maintain high standards of food preparation, presentation, and consistency according to Café KIRA's recipes and guidelines.
- Supervise, train, and support junior chefs, ensuring proper execution of daily tasks.
- Ensure all mise en place is completed accurately and on time for each service.
- Monitor food quality, portion control, stock rotation, and minimize food waste.
- Maintain strict compliance with HACCP, food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards.
- Support the Sous Chef and Junior Sous Chef with daily kitchen operations, inventory control, and ordering.
- Assist with menu development, recipe testing, and implementation of new dishes when required.
- Take responsibility for the section and ensure smooth operations in the absence of the Sous Chef.
Candidate Requirements
- Previous experience as a Senior CDP or strong experience as a CDP in a reputable restaurant, luxury hotel, or high-volume premium dining establishment.
- Strong culinary knowledge, technical skills, and attention to detail.
- Proven ability to independently manage a kitchen section and supervise junior team members.
- Good understanding of HACCP, food safety, and kitchen hygiene standards.
- Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills.
- Ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining quality and consistency.
- Flexible, proactive, and able to adapt to a dynamic kitchen environment.
What We Are Looking For
A motivated, disciplined, and hands-on chef with a strong sense of responsibility and leadership. Someone who leads by example, supports the team, and takes pride in delivering consistent quality while contributing to the successful opening and development of Café KIRA.
What We Offer
- Opportunity to work with one of the region's leading hospitality and lifestyle groups.
- Dynamic, collaborative, and multicultural work environment.
- Exposure to high-profile hospitality and development projects.
- Career growth and professional development opportunities.
Join Us
If you are a proactive and detail-oriented professional with a passion for project coordination and hospitality, we would love to hear from you.
Apply now and become part of the AlphaMind journey.