Chef de Partie - Butcher at InterContinental Fujairah Resort

Chef de Partie - Butcher at InterContinental Fujairah Resort

Hotel Brand: InterContinental
Location: United Arab Emirates, Fujairah

As the world’s largest family of luxury hotels, we all take great pride in being genuine ambassadors of the InterContinental brand. Shaped by decades of international know-how and local insights, our passion for luxury travel spans cultures and customs. Inspiring us to create warm and sophisticated experiences for those seeking a richer perspective on the world.

The InterContinental Fujairah Resort is situated on the shoreline of the exquisite Al Aqah Beach, beneath the spectacular backdrop of the Hajjar Mountains. An exceptional destination where Arabian hospitality meets luxury.

Your Day to Day

As a Chef de Partie – Butcher, you will be responsible for handling all meat, poultry, and seafood preparation, ensuring high-quality cuts and portioning in line with kitchen standards. This role requires expertise in butchery techniques, proper storage, and food safety, as well as collaboration with chefs to ensure a smooth kitchen operation.

Some of your main role responsibilities are:

• Select, cut, trim, debone, and portion meats, poultry, and seafood according to menu requirements.
• Ensure proper storage, thawing, and handling of meat and seafood to maintain freshness and quality.
• Ensure proper portion control and minimize waste by utilizing every part of the meat.
• Marinate, season, and prepare meats as per menu requirements.
• Maintain proper storage and temperature control of all meat products to ensure food safety.
• Monitor inventory levels and assist with ordering meats and seafood based on kitchen needs.
• Ensure proper labelling, rotation (FIFO), and storage of products to prevent spoilage.
• Work closely with the Executive Chef and Sous Chefs to plan and execute menu items.
• Train and mentor junior staff on proper butchery techniques and food safety practices.
• Assist in developing new meat-based dishes and special menu items.
• Maintain a clean and organized butchery section within the kitchen.
• Ensure all equipment, knives, and tools are well-maintained and sanitized.
• Follow strict hygiene and sanitation procedures to prevent cross-contamination.
• Ensure compliance with HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point) and other food safety regulations.

Ideally, you'll have some or all of the following competencies and experience we're looking for:

• Proven experience as a Chef de Partie – Butcher or in a similar butchery role in a hotel, restaurant, or catering environment.
• Strong knife skills and knowledge of various butchery techniques.
• Understanding of different meat cuts, textures, and cooking applications.
• Knowledge of food safety and storage best practices.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Team player with good communication skills.

In return, we offer competitive pay and benefits, and a chance to work with a great team of talented people. Most importantly, we'll give you the Room to Belong.

So what's your passion? Please get in touch if this position matches your skills and interests and tell us how you could bring your individual competencies by clicking "Apply Online".

We are an equal opportunity employer.