Job Title: Breakfast Chef de Partie (CDP)
Job Summary: We are seeking a reliable, fast-paced, and detail-oriented Breakfast Chef de Partie to manage our early morning kitchen operations. You will take full ownership of the breakfast and brunch service, ensuring that high-volume orders are prepared quickly, safely, and to exact recipe standards. The ideal candidate is a self-motivated professional who thrives in the early hours and can consistently deliver perfectly cooked eggs, pastries, and signature breakfast dishes under pressure.
Core Responsibilities
- Station Management: Run and organize the hot and cold breakfast stations independently, ensuring smooth service flow and consistency.
- Food Preparation: Prepare, cook, and present a variety of breakfast items, including egg dishes, griddle items, breakfast meats, and fresh fruits.
- Speed and Efficiency: Execute orders rapidly to meet tight morning timelines for early diners and high-volume breakfast rushes.
- Mise en Place: Complete early morning prep work and set up stations with fresh ingredients before the dining room opens.
- Inventory Tracking: Monitor ingredient stock levels daily, report shortages, and minimize morning food waste.
- Handover Coordination: Clean and restock the station properly at the end of the shift to ensure a seamless transition for the lunch team.
- Food Safety: Maintain strict sanitation, hygiene, and temperature control standards in compliance with food safety regulations.
Skills and Qualifications
- Experience: 2+ years of culinary experience, with a specific focus on breakfast service or short-order cooking in a busy hotel or restaurant environment.
- Culinary Skill: Exceptional knife skills, mastery of egg-cooking techniques (poaching, frying, omelets), and precise plating abilities.
- Time Management: Excellent punctuality and organizational skills to manage multiple tickets simultaneously without compromising quality.
- Teamwork: Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while communicating effectively with front-of-house servers.
- Certifications: Valid local food handler or food hygiene certification.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to handle early morning shifts (typically starting between 4:00 AM and 6:00 AM).
- Ability to stand, walk, and work in a high-temperature kitchen environment for 8+ hours.
- Ability to lift up to 15 kg (30 lbs) when stocking morning deliveries.
Pay: ₹30,000.00 - ₹40,000.00 per month
Benefits:
- Food provided
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Provident Fund
Work Location: In person
