Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Maldives is a luxury 64-room-and-suite island resort on Emboodhu Finolhu in South Malé Atoll. The resort features lagoon and beach villas, personalised service, dining venues including 24 Degrees and Mediterraneo, and J Wellness Circle spa.

Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Maldives is recruiting a Chef de Partie – South Indian for its culinary team in South Malé Atoll. The position focuses on maintaining the quality, timing and consistency of South Indian dishes across resort dining operations. It is a hands-on kitchen role suited to a chef who can manage a section independently and work closely with the wider brigade.

The Role

As Chef de Partie, you will oversee daily preparation in the South Indian section, from organising ingredients and checking batters, spice blends and accompaniments to cooking and presenting dishes during service. The role involves coordinating with senior chefs, supporting junior cooks and ensuring that guest requests are handled safely and accurately.

Key Responsibilities

Plan and complete mise en place for the assigned section before breakfast, lunch and dinner service.
Prepare South Indian dishes, batters, chutneys, sambars, curries and accompaniments according to the kitchen’s recipes and presentation standards.
Maintain consistent flavour, texture, portions and serving temperatures during à la carte or buffet operations.
Monitor food quality, stock rotation, safe storage, allergen awareness and hygiene at every stage of preparation.
Coordinate orders and timings with other cuisine sections and restaurant service colleagues.
Guide commis chefs in preparation methods, station organisation and safe handling of equipment.
Check section supplies, reduce unnecessary waste and promptly report maintenance or ingredient concerns.

Relevant Skills and Experience

Practical experience preparing South Indian cuisine in a quality hotel, resort or restaurant kitchen.
Confidence with South Indian breakfast preparations, spice balancing, sauces, accompaniments and professional food presentation.
Ability to organise a kitchen station and maintain standards during busy service periods.
Knowledge of food safety, temperature control, allergen procedures and clean kitchen practices.
Clear communication, teamwork and an interest in mentoring junior kitchen colleagues.

HorecaHire career resources: Learn about the Taj Exotica Maldives employer profile and review the Chef de Partie responsibilities and skills guide.

About Taj Exotica Resort & Spa

Taj Exotica Resort & Spa is a luxury island resort on Emboodhu Finolhu in South Malé Atoll, a short speedboat journey from Malé's international airport. The resort has 58 villas and six suites, with beach and overwater accommodation, a natural lagoon, J Wellness Circle spa and dining venues including 24 Degrees, Mediterraneo by Jeffrey Vella and Equator Bar. Its teams coordinate villa operations, personalised guest service, kitchen production and restaurant hospitality in an island setting.

Location and Position

Hotel: Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, Maldives. Department: Culinary – South Indian Cuisine. Location: Emboodhu Finolhu, South Male Atoll 02117, Maldives. Work arrangement: On-site at the resort. Job type: Full Time.

Chef de Partie - South Indian

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