Demi Chef De Partie - Continental Cuisine

Miros Hotels & Resorts; Chennai District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Miros Hotels & Resorts is seeking a skilled CDP to join our culinary team in Chennai. The role requires preparing and presenting multi-cuisine dishes, leading a kitchen section under the Sous Chef, and ensuring HACCP-compliant food safety and quality.

You will manage costs, train junior staff, and work in shifts to support busy service periods. The ideal candidate has a Diploma in Culinary Arts or Hotel Management, 3–5 years of hotel/restaurant experience, and proven leadership abilities.

Qualifications

• Diploma or certification in Culinary Arts / Hotel Management or relevant field.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in a hotel or restaurant kitchen, with at least 2 years as a CDP.
• Strong knowledge and hands-on experience in Indian cuisine.
• Good understanding of kitchen operations, food costing, and portion control.
• Ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent team player with leadership skills and a proactive attitude.
• Flexibility to work in shifts, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present multi-cuisine dishes to the highest standards.
• Manage a specific kitchen section under the guidance of the Sous Chef.
• Ensure food production is carried out according to recipes, quality standards, and portion control guidelines.
• Maintain high levels of cleanliness, hygiene, and food safety in the work area as per HACCP standards.
• Coordinate with other chefs and kitchen staff to ensure smooth and timely service.
• Check and maintain stock levels of ingredients and requisition supplies as needed.
• Monitor the preparation and presentation of food to ensure consistency in taste and appearance.
• Train and guide Commis Chefs and junior staff in their section.
• Minimize wastage and control food cost without compromising on quality.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and hygiene regulations at all times.

Skills

Culinary Arts

Indian cuisine

Kitchen operations

Food costing

Leadership

Teamwork

Shift flexibility

Education

Diploma in Culinary Arts

Hotel Management diploma

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare, cook, and present multi-cuisine dishes to the highest standards.
  
• Manage a specific kitchen section (e.g., grill, tandoor, cold kitchen, etc.) under the guidance of the Sous Chef.
  
• Ensure food production is carried out according to recipes, quality standards, and portion control guidelines.
  
• Maintain high levels of cleanliness, hygiene, and food safety in the work area as per HACCP standards.
  
• Coordinate with other chefs and kitchen staff to ensure smooth and timely service.
  
• Check and maintain stock levels of ingredients and requisition supplies as needed.
  
• Monitor the preparation and presentation of food to ensure consistency in taste and appearance.
  
• Train and guide Commis Chefs and junior staff in their section.
  
• Minimize wastage and control food cost without compromising on quality.
  
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and hygiene regulations at all times.
  

Requirements:

• Diploma or certification in Culinary Arts / Hotel Management or relevant field.
  Minimum 3-5 years of experience in a hotel or restaurant kitchen, with at least 2 years as a CDP.
• Strong knowledge and hands-on experience in preparing Indian, cuisine.
  Good understanding of kitchen operations, food costing, and portion control.
• Ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent team player with leadership skills and a proactive attitude.
• Flexibility to work in shifts, weekends, and holidays.