Job Description

Job Title:

Chef de Partie (CDP)

Location:

Centro Hotel - Pune (with potential relocation as we expand across Tier 2 cities)

About Centro

Centro, a SARC Hospitality brand, is a design-forward, tech-enabled boutique hotel brand redefining affordable luxury for modern travelers. We're not just running hotels; we're building human-centered ecosystems that celebrate creativity, wellness, and unforgettable guest experiences.

Role Summary

As a Chef de Partie at Centro, you'll play a pivotal role in crafting consistent, plant-forward, innovative, and flavor-rich dishes in alignment with the brand ethos. You will lead a section of the kitchen, maintain quality, mentor junior staff, and support continuous culinary innovation for Chirp Cafe, our flagship cafe, and co-working space.

Key Responsibilities

Independently manage a kitchen section (grill, saute, pantry, or garde manger). Ensure consistent food quality and presentation as per Centro and Chirp's standards. Maintain impeccable hygiene, HACCP protocols, and kitchen safety standards. Collaborate with the Sous Chef and Head Chef to develop new dishes aligned with our #NoBorders, plant-forward culinary philosophy. Train and mentor Commis Chefs and kitchen assistants. Ensure efficient mise-en-place and station readiness before each service. Monitor portion and waste control to maximize kitchen efficiency and minimize costs. Work closely with the service team to ensure timely and guest-centric food delivery.

Must-Have Requirements

Minimum 3-5 years of culinary experience, with at least 1 year as a CDP. Strong understanding of plant-based, vegan, and health-conscious cuisines. Exposure to boutique hotel kitchens, upscale cafes, or fine dining preferred. Familiarity with international cuisines (e.g., Mediterranean, Asian, modern Indian). Discipline, attention to detail, and a growth mindset.

Preferred Traits

Passion for food presentation and innovation. Comfortable using kitchen tech (ordering systems, digital checklists). Willingness to relocate as Centro expands across India. Strong interpersonal skills - ability to lead, motivate, and train junior staff. Alignment with our core values: Guest-Centricity, Continuous Improvement, Respect, and Sustainability.

Why Join Us?

Work with a young, ambitious, and dynamic team building India's most innovative hospitality brand. Opportunities for rapid growth as we scale from 1 to 240 properties. Gain exposure to new-age hospitality operations that blend design, tech, and experience. Be part of a brand that values blue-collar empowerment and professional upskilling.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ?18,000.00 - ?40,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Food provided Paid sick time Paid time off Provident Fund
Location:

* Pune, Maharashtra (Required)