Chef de Partie - Lebanese Specialty Restaurant

About the role

Four Seasons Bahrain Bay is looking for a passionate and skilled Chef de Partie to join the culinary team of its specialty restaurant on an exclusive island in the capital of the Kingdom. The ideal candidate has a strong culinary background, preferably with experience in Lebanese, Levantine or Middle Eastern cuisine, and a genuine passion for high-quality food and exceptional guest experiences. The Chef de Partie manages an assigned kitchen section, maintaining the highest standards of food quality, presentation, hygiene and consistency.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and operate an assigned kitchen section, following established recipes, presentation standards and portion specifications.
• Support the preparation of authentic Lebanese and Levantine dishes, including hot and cold mezze, grills and other specialty items.
• Ensure consistency in taste, quality, presentation and portion control.
• Complete daily mise en place and keep the section ready for service.
• Monitor food quality, freshness, storage and rotation according to food safety standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized and hygienic workspace, assist with receiving and checking ingredients, and label and store them properly.
• Minimise food waste and support inventory and cost-control practices.
• Guide and support Commis Chefs and junior team members, and work closely with the Sous Chef and other culinary staff.
• Follow hotel policies, food safety procedures and health and hygiene standards.

Required profile

• Previous experience as a Chef de Partie in a luxury hotel, fine-dining restaurant or high-quality specialty restaurant.
• Hands-on experience in Lebanese cuisine is required, with strong knowledge of traditional dishes, ingredients, preparation methods and cooking techniques.
• Culinary diploma or relevant professional culinary qualification preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen, with a positive attitude, teamwork and communication skills.
• Flexibility to work different shifts, including weekends and public holidays.

Required skills

• Experience preparing hot and cold mezze, grills and other Lebanese specialties.
• Good understanding of food hygiene, food safety and HACCP standards.
• Strong attention to detail, quality and consistency.