Senior CDP

PDL Coffee Co is looking for a skilled and reliable Senior Chef de Partie to lead a section of our kitchen at the Al Ain café. This role combines hands-on cooking, section leadership, and quality control to ensure consistent, high-standard food service that complements our specialty coffee offering.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Section Leadership — Run a designated kitchen station independently; plan and execute dishes to menu specifications.
• Food Preparation and Cooking — Prepare, cook, and plate menu items with consistency, speed, and attention to presentation.
• Quality Control — Maintain portion control, taste profiles, and plating standards; ensure every dish meets PDL quality expectations.
• Training and Mentorship — Coach junior cooks and commis; demonstrate techniques and enforce kitchen standards.
• Inventory and Stock Management — Monitor stock levels for your section, assist with deliveries, rotate stock, and minimize waste.
• Menu Support — Contribute to menu development and daily specials; provide practical input on preparation and costing.
• Hygiene and Safety Compliance — Enforce food-safety procedures, maintain a clean workstation, and follow HACCP or local regulations.
• Shift Coordination — Support the Head Chef and Supervisor with shift planning, handovers, and communication between kitchen and front of house.

Requirements

• Experience — Minimum 3 years in a professional kitchen with at least 1 year in a Chef de Partie or senior cook role.
• Technical Skills — Strong culinary technique, knife skills, and experience across hot and cold sections; ability to work to recipes and adapt under pressure.
• Knowledge — Understanding of food safety standards and kitchen hygiene practices.
• Qualifications — Culinary diploma or equivalent preferred; food-safety certification is an advantage.
• Attributes — Leadership, reliability, attention to detail, and a collaborative attitude.
• Availability — Flexible schedule including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and public holidays.
• Language — Proficiency in English; Arabic is an advantage.
• Legal — Right to work in the UAE and ability to commute to Al Ain.

Company Information

PDL Coffee Co is a specialty coffee brand committed to exceptional coffee and a complementary food offering. We focus on quality, consistency, and a welcoming café environment. Our kitchen teams work closely with baristas to deliver a cohesive guest experience. Joining PDL means working in a supportive, fast-paced setting with opportunities for professional growth.

Hiring Process

1. Application — Email your CV and a brief cover letter to rana@pdl-dubai.com with the subject line: Senior Chef de Partie Application — Al Ain.
2. Shortlisting — Selected candidates will be contacted for a phone or video screening.
3. Interview — Shortlisted applicants will be invited for an in-person interview at the Al Ain location.
4. Practical Assessment — Candidates will complete a practical cooking assessment or trial shift to demonstrate technical ability and speed.
5. Offer — Successful candidates will receive a formal offer detailing salary, benefits, and start date.
6. Onboarding — New hires begin a structured onboarding and training program.