Chef de Partie

As a Chef de Partie at Zuma, every dish tells a story, and you’ll play a key role in crafting these unforgettable experiences. With your skills, leadership, and passion for precision, you’ll contribute to our reputation for excellence while inspiring and guiding junior chefs to thrive in our dynamic kitchen. Join our team for the summer season 2025, please note this position is a seasonal contract (CDD).

Zuma is a contemporary Japanese restaurant collection, inspired by the dynamic Izakaya dining style. This role will be based in Zuma Cannes, in the historic Palm Beach. Our luxurious year-round venue plays host to guests attending the many iconic events through-out the year. With a stunning terrace and a multi-format indoor dinning, Zuma Cannes is the go-to location within the South of France. Zuma is proud to be part of the Azumi restaurant collection.

Life at Zuma

Joining Zuma means becoming part of an inclusive global community that lives by three core values:
Honor the Mastery - we celebrate every detail, always striving for perfection– putting pride into everything we do
Do Unto Others - we support each other to be at our best, treating every team member and guest with warmth and openness
Embrace the Energy - we bring passion and positivity to everything we do

Main Duties
Your key responsibilities will include:

• Maintain mise en place levels to ensure a seamless flow during service, with a focus on quality, consistency, and presentation
• Continue honing your craft to master all sections of the kitchen, expanding your expertise under the guidance of senior chefs
• Check incoming goods for quality and accuracy, ensuring proper storage and actively monitoring to reduce waste
• Conduct daily hygiene checks and ensure all storage areas and workstations are impeccably clean and organized
• Prepare dishes according to recipes and oversee the work of junior team members to maintain Zuma’s exceptional standards
• Support and train commis and demi chefs, fostering their growth and creating a collaborative, high-performing team

What We Look For
Our ideal candidate embodies our values and brings: 

• A genuine love for culinary experiences & a passion for Japanese cuisine
• Proven experience as a chef de partie in a luxury high-volume restaurant
• A natural team player who is at home working in sync with a large team
• Naturally friendly, customer-oriented, and skilled at creating memorable dining experiences

Benefits
We offer incredible career growth, international opportunities, and the chance to contribute to a world-renowned brand, where every detail from the finest ingredients to our unrivalled atmosphere is crafted to perfection.  

As part of our team, you’ll enjoy:

• Transport, we provide a daily shuttle service to and from your accommodation to work
• World-Class training, designed to inspire and educate
• Global opportunities, experience hospitality around the globe with our five incredible brands
• Family Meals are shared daily
• Rewards & Recognition, we value our team and celebrate your contributions to our success with meaningful rewards and recognition
• Staff discount, enjoy exclusive discounts across the Azumi group, worldwide!

Our Commitment to Inclusivity
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applicants. If you require any assistance to make the recruitment process more accessible, please let one of our Talent Acquisition team know. 

Ready to create some magic? Join us and bring your talent to a team that’s elevating contemporary dining on a global stage.