About Bijoux Catering
Bijoux Catering is a reputed and essential service provider in the luxury air travel sector across Switzerland.
Our strength? Operational flexibility that allows us to adapt to every unique client request.
Always at the forefront of culinary trends, our team continuously innovates to deliver exceptional service. Whether for private jets, corporate events, or commercial flights, Bijoux Catering offers a refined mix of international flavors, creativity, and excellence.
Our philosophy? Openness, excellence, and a multicultural environment.
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced, dynamic, and meticulous Chef de Partie to join our VIP culinary team AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. You will take ownership of a specific section of the kitchen, ensuring that all dishes for our exclusive private jet clients, premium business class cabins, and high-end private events are prepared with absolute precision, elegance, and excellence. We want a chef who brings great energy, a passion for an uncompromising eye for luxury detail to the line.
Annual gross salary: CHF 60,000–66,000 (including 13th month), negotiable depending on experience.
Responsibilities
- Manage and oversee the preparation and cooking of bespoke, high-end dishes tailored for VIP aviation and exclusive events.
- Supervise Commis de Cuisine and Kitchen Helpers in your assigned section, leading by example.
- Ensure immaculate presentation, exceptional plating, and precise portion control designed specifically for luxury aviation and premium dining.
- Handle premium ingredients with care, ensuring all food items are stored correctly and rotated according to food safety standards (FIFO).
- Maintain a spotless, highly organized, and efficient work station at all times.
- Strictly adhere to food safety, hygiene, and sanitation regulations (HACCP).
- Assist the Sous Chef and Head Chef in developing and testing innovative, fine-dining menus for our private jet clients.
- Monitor stock levels of specialized ingredients and assist with ordering for your station.
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Chef de Partie or Senior Commis (2+ years); airline catering experience is a huge plus.
- Culinary diploma or equivalent qualification from a recognized culinary school.
- Strong foundation in versatile culinary techniques with a meticulous eye for high-end plating and detail.
- Solid knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations (HACCP).
- Excellent command of English (written and spoken).
- Highly organized, calm, and able to lead a team flawlessly under pressure to meet strict flight departure deadlines.
- Flexible and adaptable, with a willingness to work various shifts (early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays) to accommodate dynamic flight schedules.
- Excellent teamwork, communication skills, and a positive, team-player attitude.
What we offer :
- Straight / continuing shift.
- Free lunch provided daily
- 50% discount at our in-house restaurants
- 10% discount at Zurich Airport Duty Free
- Additional discounts at Zurich Airport partners, including Aesop, Boss, Bulgari, Bucherer, Dosenbach, Marionnaud, Visilab, Ochsner, and many more
- 10% discount at 90% of the restaurants located in Zurich Airport
- Discounts on car rentals and hotels: Sixt (20%), Europcar (15%), Radisson Blu Hotel (10%), Novotel Messe (25%) and others
- Parking with 50% of the cost covered by the company
- Multicultural, dynamic, and innovative working environment
- Opportunities for growth within a start-up company
- A welcoming and supportive team
Contact:
Eligibility
Please note:
Due to legal and operational requirements, only applicants currently residing in Switzerland with a valid Swiss work permit (Permit B or C) or Swiss/EU nationality will be considered for this position.
Interested in joining us?
We look forward to receiving your application!
Please apply here and send your application to:
[email protected]
And kindly CC the following contacts:
Mr. Markus BRUNNER – Executive Chef – [email protected]
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: CHF60’000.00 - CHF66’000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
