A Chef de Partie (CDP) - Multi-Cuisine is a senior station chef responsible for managing a specific section (Indian, Continental, or Asian) in a busy kitchen. Key duties include preparing varied dishes, ensuring high-quality food presentation, controlling food costs, and mentoring junior commis chefs.
Key Responsibilities
- Production: Prepare and cook diverse dishes according to established recipes, maintaining high standards of taste and presentation.
- Section Management: Take full ownership of a designated station, managing ingredient prep and workflow during service.
- Quality Control: Ensure consistency in portion sizes, taste, and plating across all dishes.
- Supervision: Lead and train junior kitchen staff (commis chefs and porters).
- Inventory Control: Monitor stock levels within the section, managing ingredient inventory and ordering to reduce waste.
- Hygiene & Safety: Adhere strictly to FSSAI (or relevant food safety) standards for cleaning, sanitizing, and storing food.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Experience: Generally 4–5 years of experience in high-volume, professional kitchens or hotels.
- Culinary Knowledge: Proficiency in multiple cuisines (e.g., Indian, Continental, Chinese) and various cooking techniques (grilling, roasting, saucier).
- Leadership: Strong team coordination and ability to mentor junior staff.
- Education: Diploma or degree in Culinary Arts/Hotel Management is preferred.
- Efficiency: Ability to work quickly and calmly under pressure.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: ₹26,000.00 - ₹35,000.00 per month
Benefits:
- Food provided
- Provident Fund
Work Location: In person
