Chef De Partie - Outside Catering / Kuwait

Career Land Center is hiring an experienced Chef de Partie – Outside Catering for a prestigious 5-star hotel in Kuwait. The hotel is looking for a skilled and passionate culinary professional with experience in large-scale catering operations, off-site events, and banquet preparation. The ideal candidate should be able to maintain exceptional food quality and presentation while working efficiently in a fast-paced environment and ensuring the highest culinary standards at every event.

What youll be doing

- Preparing and cooking dishes for outside catering events, corporate functions, weddings, and private occasions

- Managing a designated kitchen section and ensuring smooth daily operations

- Supervising and guiding Commis Chefs and kitchen assistants

- Preparing ingredients, sauces, and dishes according to established recipes and hotel standards

- Ensuring consistent food quality, taste, portion control, and presentation

- Coordinating food preparation schedules according to event requirements and guest numbers

- Assisting with menu planning and developing dishes suitable for different catering events

- Overseeing food packing, transportation, and setup arrangements for off-site functions

- Ensuring food is maintained at appropriate temperatures during preparation, transportation, and service

- Monitoring stock levels, minimizing food waste, and maintaining proper inventory control

- Ensuring compliance with food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards

- Maintaining cleanliness and organization of kitchen areas and equipment

- Coordinating with the Executive Chef, Sous Chef, and catering team to ensure successful event execution

What were looking for

- At least 3 years of experience as a Chef de Partie or in a similar position within a 4- or 5-star hotel or upscale catering operation

- Previous experience in outside catering, banquet operations, or large-scale events is highly preferred

- Strong knowledge of international cuisine and professional cooking techniques

- Experience handling high-volume food production and off-site catering requirements

- Good knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards

- Ability to manage a kitchen section independently and supervise junior kitchen staff

- Strong organizational skills and the ability to work under pressure

- Excellent attention to detail and commitment to food quality and presentation

- Good communication and teamwork skills

- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays depending on event schedules

- Relevant culinary qualification or professional training is preferred

- Willing to relocate to Kuwait

Benefits

- Competitive monthly salary

- Free accommodation provided

- Free transportation to and from work

- Paid annual leave

- Paid public holidays

- Annual return air ticket to your home country

- Work visa and residence permit fully covered by the employer

- Medical insurance

- End-of-service benefits as per Kuwait Labour Law

- Overtime paid according to applicable Kuwait Labour Law

- Opportunity to work within a prestigious 5-star hotel culinary team

- Professional development and career growth opportunities

- Long-term, stable employment

Schedule

- Full-time, 5 days a week with 2 days off

- Shift-based schedule depending on operational requirements and catering events

- Flexibility required to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays