Chef de Partie - Fairmont Agra

Accor Hotels; Agra District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Accor Hotels in India is seeking a skilled Chef de Partie to join our kitchen team. You will prepare and cook items to trusted recipes, supervise a section, and ensure quality and safety standards are met during service.

You will work under Head Chef, mentor junior staff, manage inventory, control costs, and contribute to menu development with a focus on French culinary techniques and contemporary methods. The role emphasizes leadership and collaboration across the kitchen and front-of-house

Qualifications

• Formal culinary training or equivalent professional kitchen experience.
• 3–5 years of professional kitchen experience.
• Experience as Chef de Partie or in a supervisory culinary role.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and health regulations.
• Proficiency in classical French culinary techniques and contemporary methods.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food items according to recipes and presentation guidelines.
• Oversee and supervise a kitchen section and ensure adherence to procedures and quality standards.
• Maintain food safety, hygiene, and health regulations at all times.
• Monitor food costs and minimise waste within the section.
• Manage inventory and place orders as required.
• Train and mentor junior kitchen staff.
• Collaborate with Head Chef and other chefs to develop menu items.
• Ensure consistent quality and presentation of dishes.
• Maintain clean, organised station and kitchen.
• Communicate effectively with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless service.

Skills

Formal culinary training

Professional kitchen experience

Chef de Partie or supervision

Food safety & hygiene knowledge

French culinary techniques

Leadership & team management

Education

Culinary certification/training

Tools

Job description

Company Description

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Job Description

• Prepare and cook food items according to established recipes, plating standards, and presentation guidelines
• Oversee and supervise a section of the kitchen, ensuring all team members adhere to operational procedures and quality standards
• Maintain strict adherence to food safety, hygiene, and health regulations at all times
• Monitor and control food costs within the assigned section whilst minimising waste
• Manage inventory of ingredients and supplies, reporting stock levels and placing orders as required
• Train and mentor junior kitchen staff, providing guidance on cooking techniques and kitchen protocols
• Collaborate with the Head Chef and other Chefs de Partie to develop and refine menu items
• Ensure consistent quality and presentation of all dishes served to guests
• Maintain a clean, organised, and efficient work station and kitchen section
• Respond promptly to service requirements and adapt to changing priorities during service periods
• Contribute to the development of new dishes and seasonal menu offerings
• Communicate effectively with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless service delivery

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Formal culinary training or equivalent professional kitchen experience
• Minimum 3-5 years of professional experience in a kitchen environment
• Proven experience working as a Chef de Partie or in a similar supervisory culinary role
• Comprehensive knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and health regulations
• Strong proficiency in classical French culinary techniques and contemporary cooking methods
• Demonstrated leadership and team management capabilities

Additional Information

WHAT IS IN IT FOR YOU:

• Come As You Are
• Work With Purpose
• Grow, Learn and Enjoy
• Explore Limitless Possibilities