Chef De Partie - All Day DiningHyatt Hotels Corporation

Description:

The Chef de Partie is responsible for managing an assigned kitchen section within the All-Day Dining Restaurant, ensuring the preparation and presentation of high-quality food for breakfast buffet, lunch, dinner, Sunday brunch, and special events while maintaining Hyatt's culinary standards and guest satisfaction.

Strong knowledge of:

• International cuisine.

• Breakfast production and buffet setup.

• Mediterranean dishes.

• Western cuisine.

• Contemporary Nigerian cuisine.

• Salads, cold kitchen, and live cooking stations.

• Buffet presentation and replenishment techniques.

Technical Competencies

• Food preparation and cooking techniques.

• Mise en place planning and organization.

• Portion and quality control.

• Buffet production and maintenance.

• Food safety and HACCP compliance.

• Inventory control and stock rotation.

• Waste reduction and cost awareness.

• Recipe adherence and consistency.

Leadership Competencies

• Ability to supervise Demi Chefs and Commis Chefs.

• Strong teamwork and communication skills.

• Ability to perform under pressure during peak breakfast and brunch periods.

• Attention to detail and quality.

• Positive attitude and willingness to develop junior team members.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise an assigned kitchen section.

• Ensure food quality, presentation, and consistency.

• Prepare buffet and la carte items according to Hyatt standards.

• Maintain adequate mise en place for all meal periods.

• Monitor food freshness and buffet replenishment.

• Ensure compliance with hygiene and food safety standards.

• Support special events, themed dinners, and Sunday brunch operations.

• Train and mentor junior culinary colleagues.

Qualifications:

Education

• Diploma or Certificate in Culinary Arts or a related field.

• HACCP and Food Safety Certification preferred.

• Additional culinary certifications are an advantage.

Experience

• Minimum 3-5 years of culinary experience *.*

• At least 1-2 years as Chef de Partie or Demi Chef de Partie in an international hotel or upscale restaurant.

• Experience in:

• breakfast buffet operations.

• International all-day dining concepts

• Sunday brunches and themed buffets.

Primary Location: NG-LA-Ikeja

Organization: Hyatt Regency Lagos, Ikeja

Job Level: Full-time

Job: Culinary

Req ID: IKE000013

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