Commis Chef / Chef de Partie (CDP) – Hot Kitchen
About Joud Coffee
Joud Coffee is a homegrown specialty coffee brand in Abu Dhabi. Our cafés are built around quality, consistency, and a great guest experience—breakfast is a core part of that.
The Role
We’re hiring Commis Chefs and Chef de Partie (CDP) for our Hot Kitchen (Breakfast). You’ll deliver fast, consistent, well-presented breakfast dishes during busy service, and maintain strong prep, hygiene, and quality standards.
What you’ll do (Hot Kitchen – Breakfast)
Execute breakfast service at speed: eggs (all styles), omelettes, toasts, pancakes/French toast, grilled sandwiches, proteins, and hot components
Prepare mise en place: prep, portioning, labeling, FIFO, and date coding
Maintain consistency: follow recipes/specs, plating guides, and portion control
Ensure food safety: temperature control, holding times, cleanliness, and HACCP basics
Keep the station service-ready: cleaning, restocking, and end-of-shift handover
Communicate clearly with the team to keep tickets moving and guests happy
Level expectations
Commis Chef
Strong support on prep + service, learns specs quickly, keeps station clean and organized
Follows instructions accurately and improves speed/consistency week by week
Chef de Partie (CDP)
Runs the breakfast/hot station independently during peak
Trains/mentors commis, manages prep lists, reduces wastage, and maintains quality under pressure
Requirements
Breakfast café / brunch / all-day dining hot kitchen experience is required
Comfortable with high-volume service and fast ticket times
Solid basic cooking skills + knife skills + cleanliness discipline
Team player, reliable, and able to work early shifts, weekends, and holidays
English communication (Arabic is a plus)
What we offer
Competitive package (based on experience)
Growth opportunities within a fast-scaling UAE brand
Structured recipes/specs + training and clear standards
How to apply
Send your CV and mention which role you’re applying for: Commis Chef or CDP (Hot Kitchen – Breakfast). Include your availability and (if possible) photos of dishes you’ve worked on.