Chef De Partie

DINING CHAPTER PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Elephant Grounds in Singapore is hiring a Chef De Partie to lead a designated kitchen section with a focus on taste, quality and presentation in a high-paced environment. The role requires strong cooking techniques and adherence to food hygiene standards.

You will work flexible hours including weekends and public holidays, support stock control and collaborates with other stations to maintain smooth operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a CDP or 3 years as Commis/Demi CDP in a high-paced kitchen.
• Proficiency in cooking techniques.
• Food Hygiene certification required.
• Ability to work flexible hours/shift, including weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Take full responsibility for your designated kitchen section, ensuring taste, quality and presentation align with brand standards.
• Follow all food safety, hygiene and sanitation guidelines and keep your section clean and organized.
• Assist with daily inventory and portion control to minimize waste and monitor ingredient usage.
• Work collaboratively with other kitchen stations and guide junior staff to develop a positive team culture.
• Perform any other additional responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Cooking techniques

Food hygiene

High-volume service

Team collaboration

Job description

Elephant Grounds is an award-winning Hong Kong-born lifestyle brand renowned for its specialty coffee, Japanese influenced cuisine, and café culture. Founded in 2013 by Gerald Li and Kevin Poon, the brand began as a coffee kiosk within a retail shop and has since grown into a fully integrated coffee roastery, artisanal bakery, and restaurant concept with operations in Hong Kong, Manila, Jakarta Q1 2026, and now Singapore.

Our coffee program is led by an award-winning team - including a champion roaster and other specialty coffee professionals - with a relentless dedication to building a sustainable coffee program. Elephant Grounds focuses on the alchemy of space - design, music, and light - and the impact they have on guests, creating an unmistakable energy and vibe. We are a growing hospitality group preparing to launch the first local outlet of a renowned international café concept known for its specialty coffee, seasonal menus, and modern ambiance. This launch marks a strategic expansion of our diverse F&B portfolio, we aim to deliver quality, consistency, and innovation at every customer touchpoint.

We are looking for passionate individuals to join us as Chef De Partie. If you’re driven by dedication and a love for exceptional culinary experiences, come be part of our team and help shape this extraordinary journey at Elephant Grounds.

Job Responsibilities

1) Section Culinary Execution

• Take full responsibility for your designated kitchen section.
• Prepare and present dishes accordingly to brand standards for taste, quality, and presentation.
• Ensure mise en place is consistently prepared ahead of service.

2) Kitchen Operations & Hygiene

• Follow all food safety, hygiene, and sanitation guidelines as per SFA and internal SOPs.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of your section throughout prep and service.
• Alert Head Chef of any discrepancies in quality, portioning, or freshness.

3) Stock & Cost Awareness

• Assist with daily inventory and portion control to minimize waste.
• Monitor proper usage and storage of ingredients to ensure consistency and reduce spoilage.
• Receiving and checking deliveries when required.

4) Team Support & Communication

• Work collaboratively with other kitchen stations to ensure smooth operations.
• Guide and support junior staff.
• Develop a positive, team-oriented work culture.

5) Additional Responsibilities

• Perform any other additional responsibilities as assigned.

Job Requirement

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a CDP or 3 years as Commis/Demi CDP in a high-paced kitchen.
• Proficiency in cooking techniques.
• Food Hygiene certification required.
• Ability to handle high-volume service while maintaining quality and calmness.
• Ability to work flexible hours/shift, including weekends and public holidays.