Demi Chef de Partie – Italian Cuisine (Saudi Arabia)

About the role

We are looking for a talented Demi Chef de Partie specialized in Italian cuisine to join the culinary team at Sofitel Shahd Al Madinah in Saudi Arabia. Reporting to the Chef de Partie, you will help prepare and present authentic Italian dishes while maintaining the high standards expected by our 5‑star guests.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and cooking of authentic Italian dishes, ensuring consistency and quality.
• Manage a designated kitchen section, supervising junior staff and coordinating with other sections.
• Maintain proper food storage, handling, and rotation to preserve freshness and reduce waste.
• Collaborate with the Chef de Partie to develop new menu items and refine existing recipes.
• Ensure a clean, organized work environment and comply with all health and safety regulations.
• Support inventory management and ordering of supplies for your section.
• Train and mentor junior kitchen staff.

Required profile

• Minimum of 1 month of relevant kitchen experience.
• Passion for Italian cuisine and ability to work in a fast‑paced, 5‑star hotel environment.
• Willingness to work onsite in Madinah, Saudi Arabia.

Required skills

• Menu planning
• Recipe development
• Inventory management
• Knife skills
• Food safety certification
• Italian cooking techniques