Demi Chef COPA Restaurant

Ennismore; Jakarta Pusat; On-site; IDR 78,120,000 - 122,760,000; Full time

Job summary

25hours Hotel Jakarta The Oddbird is seeking a Demi Chef to join our kitchen team and help deliver Latin American and Western cuisine with passion and precision. You will work with the Chef de Partie/Sous Chef to maintain mise en place, mentor junior staff, and uphold our high standards of taste, presentation, and hygiene across a fast-paced service.

We value leadership, calm under pressure, and strong communication, with a diploma-level culinary background and English fluency.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years hands-on kitchen experience.
• Strong foundation in Latin American and Western cuisine.
• Formal culinary training or diploma is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage your station with mise en place and ensure service flows
• Prepare and cook Latin American and Western dishes following recipes
• Master grilling, roasting, frying, sautéing, and other methods
• Mentor Commis Chefs through daily prep and cooking
• Ensure dishes meet quality and portion standards before leaving the kitchen
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of workstation and equipment
• Enforce food safety, hygiene, and HACCP procedures
• Lead by example and uphold professional appearance

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring juniors

Communication

Team collaboration

Stays calm under pressure

Education

Diploma-level education

Job description

25hours Hotel Jakarta The Oddbird is an unconventional, locale story-driven hotel where business meets creative arts, culture, wellness and gastronomy. Nestled in Sudirman Central Business District Jakarta, rising above Ashta Lifestyle Mall, the property features 210 rooms, 135 serviced apartments, vibrant social spaces, lively restaurants and creative corners, designed to welcome anyone to “Come as You Are”.

Job Description

Join our kitchen team as a Demi Chef and help us deliver exceptional Latin American and Western cuisine! You'll work alongside the Chef de Partie/Sous Chef to keep your station running smoothly, mentor junior kitchen staff, and maintain the high standards our guests expect.

What You'll Be Doing

Daily Kitchen Operations

• Partner with the Chef de Partie/Sous Chef to manage your assigned station, keeping mise en place stocked and service flowing seamlessly
• Prepare and cook Latin American and Western dishes following our recipes and quality standards—with a real passion for Latin American flavors, techniques, and ingredients
• Master the full range of cooking methods: grilling, roasting, frying, sautéing, and more
• Guide and support Commis Chefs through daily prep, cooking, and kitchen procedures while keeping waste to a minimum
• Taste, check temperatures, and inspect every dish to ensure it meets our quality and portion standards before it leaves the kitchen
• Keep your workstation and all equipment spotless and organized—hygiene isn't negotiable
• Lead by example: maintain top-notch personal hygiene and professional appearance, and hold your team to the same standard
• Ensure the team follows all food safety, hygiene, and HACCP procedures—no shortcuts
• Spot potential hazards or equipment issues and flag them to your supervisor right away
• Work with the Executive Steward to keep the kitchen clean and safe
• Know our emergency procedures and safety protocols inside and out

Additional Responsibilities

• Attend all team briefings, meetings, and training sessions
• Support other duties as assigned by management

Qualifications

What You'll Bring to the Table

• At least 2 years of hands-on experience in a similar kitchen role
• A solid foundation in Latin American and Western cuisine—whether from formal training or real-world kitchen experience
• Minimum Diploma-level education (culinary certifications from a reputable school are a nice bonus)
• Fluent English—both written and spoken. Bonus points if you speak other languages or have a grasp of local dialects

Who You Are

• A natural leader who inspires and mentors junior staff without making it feel like work
• Someone who thrives under pressure and keeps a cool head during service rushes
• Detail-oriented with a genuine passion for quality and food safety
• A team player who's also a self-starter—you don't need constant direction
• Great communicator who builds strong relationships with colleagues and guests alike
• Always professional in appearance and demeanor, and you hold your team to the same standard

Additional Information

In compliance with employment laws in Indonesia, this position is only open to Indonesians.