Chef De Partie

Cansu; Hong Kong Island; On-site; HKD 201,000 - 268,000; Full time

Job summary

Cansu in Hong Kong is seeking an experienced Chef De Partie to lead a kitchen station and uphold our high standards of food quality, presentation and service during busy shifts. You will monitor portion control and plating accuracy to guarantee consistent guest experiences.

You will train junior staff, collaborate with the head chef on menu development, manage mise en place, ensure hygiene compliance, and adapt to varied shifts including evenings and weekends to deliver outstanding dishes.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a professional kitchen.
• Solid knowledge of classical and contemporary cooking techniques.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure during service periods.
• Strong leadership, training and motivational skills.
• Excellent time management and organisational abilities.
• Effective communication with kitchen team; English is a strong advantage.
• Flexible to work varied shifts, including evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Passion for food quality and continual culinary improvement.

Responsibilities

• Oversee your assigned station (partie) ensuring high-standard dishes.
• Prepare ingredients and cook to established recipes and plating standards.
• Maintain strict hygiene and food safety across your station.
• Monitor stock levels and communicate ingredient needs.
• Ensure consistent quality and portion control during service.
• Collaborate with head chef on menu planning and specials.
• Maintain kitchen equipment and report maintenance issues.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations and restaurant policies.

Skills

Leadership

Time management

Communication

Under pressure

Tools

Kitchen equipment proficiency

Job description

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Chef De Partie to join our kitchen team in the Central and Western District. This is a key position within our culinary operation, where you will take charge of a specific section of the kitchen and play a vital role in maintaining our high standards of food quality, presentation and service. You will work collaboratively with the head chef and other kitchen staff to deliver exceptional dishes and ensure smooth kitchen operations during service.

What you'll be doing

• Managing and overseeing your assigned station (partie), ensuring all dishes are prepared to the highest standards
• Preparing ingredients and cooking food items according to established recipes and plating standards, ensuring consistency of dish quality.
• Maintaining strict hygiene and food safety protocols across your station
• Monitoring stock levels and communicating ingredient needs to maintain workflow
• Ensuring consistent quality and portion control throughout service periods
• Collaborating with the head chef on menu planning and specials development
• Maintaining kitchen equipment in good working order and reporting any maintenance issues
• Adhering to health and safety regulations and restaurant policies

What we're looking for

• Proven experience of at least 2 years working in a professional kitchen environment
• Solid knowledge of classical cooking techniques and contemporary cuisine preparation methods
• Demonstrated ability to work efficiently under pressure during service periods
• Leadership skills with the capacity to train and motivate team members
• Excellent time management and organisational abilities
• Proficiency with kitchen equipment and tools appropriate to your station
• Ability to communicate effectively with the wider kitchen team and management. Spoken English is a strong advantage
• Flexibility to work varied shifts including evenings, weekends and public holidays as required
• Passion for food quality and continuous improvement in culinary techniques