Fine-Dining CDP: Lead a Luxury Kitchen Team

HotelJobs; Franschhoek; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

HotelJobs in Franschhoek invites a Chef de Partie to join our luxury boutique kitchen. You will support the Senior CDP and Head Chef, ensuring precise preparation and presentation of dishes in a five-star setting.

The role requires at least 2 years in a 5-star hotel or fine dining restaurant, strong culinary execution, HACCP hygiene standards, and excellent organization and communication. Diploma in Professional Cookery is highly advantageous.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years in a 5-star hotel or fine dining restaurant environment.
• Deep understanding of kitchen cleanliness and HACCP standards.
• Knowledge of cost-control practices and reducing food waste.
• Strong organizational, time management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Execute mise en place, preparation, cutting of meat/fish, cooking and arranging of food as instructed by senior leadership.
• Coordinate activities of Commis Chefs, Cooks and apprentices for efficient service.
• Monitor food quality and presentation to ensure consistency with standards; escalate issues to Head Chef.
• Assist in monitoring staff timing, grooming and personal cleanliness standards.
• Assist in preparing food requisitions, coordinating inter-kitchen transfers and inventory counts.
• Actively control costs by minimizing spoilage and waste; maintain portion control.
• Ensure proper handling and usage of kitchen equipment and train junior staff when needed.

Skills

Culinary execution

Hygiene standards

Quality focus

Team coordination

Organizational skills

Communication

Education

Matric certificate

Diploma in Professional Cookery

Job description

HotelJobs in Franschhoek invites a Chef de Partie to join our luxury boutique kitchen. You will support the Senior CDP and Head Chef, ensuring precise preparation and presentation of dishes in a five-star setting.

The role requires at least 2 years in a 5-star hotel or fine dining restaurant, strong culinary execution, HACCP hygiene standards, and excellent organization and communication. Diploma in Professional Cookery is highly advantageous.