Job Description

Job Title:

Demi Chef de Partie (DCDP) - Continental Cuisine

Location:

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Reports To:

Chef de Partie (CDP) / Sous Chef

The Role:

We are seeking a motivated and skilled Demi Chef de Partie with

approximately 5 years of progressive culinary experience, specifically focused on Continental cuisine

. As a DCDP for Continental, you will play a crucial supporting role within a specific hot or cold kitchen section, assisting the Chef de Partie and independently executing a variety of culinary tasks. This position requires a solid foundation in Continental cooking techniques, a strong commitment to quality, and a desire to take on more responsibility in a diverse culinary environment.

What You'll Do:

Continental Dish Preparation:

Prepare and cook a wide range of Continental dishes or components (e.g., sauces, stocks, roasted meats, pasta, salads, appetizers) according to established recipes, standards, and plating guides.

Section Support:

Assist the Chef de Partie in the daily operations of an assigned Continental kitchen section (e.g., Saucier, Garde Manger, Rotisseur, Entremetier).

Mise en Place:

Execute comprehensive mise en place for your assigned station, ensuring all ingredients are prepped, organized, and ready for service for Continental dishes.

Quality & Consistency:

Ensure all food prepared meets our high standards for taste, quality, presentation, and portion control, specifically for Continental offerings.

Hygiene & Safety:

Strictly adhere to all food safety regulations, hygiene standards, and sanitation procedures (e.g., HACCP principles) in your Continental work area.

Inventory & Stock:

Assist with managing stock levels, proper storage, rotation, and minimizing waste for Continental ingredients within your section.

Team Collaboration:

Work effectively and communicate clearly with the Chef de Partie, other DCDPs, Commis Chefs, and kitchen porters to ensure smooth service flow.

Learning & Development:

Proactively seek to learn new Continental techniques, classic and modern recipes, and gain deeper understanding of kitchen operations from senior chefs.

Equipment Care:

Ensure all kitchen equipment in your section (relevant to Continental cooking) is used correctly, cleaned, and maintained.

What You'll Bring:

Experience:

Approximately 5 years of progressive culinary experience in a professional kitchen setting, with a significant and demonstrable focus on

Continental cuisine

, preferably in a reputable hotel or fine-dining restaurant.

Skills:

Solid understanding of various Continental cooking methods (e.g., roasting, sauteing, braising, preparing sauces), knife skills, and general kitchen operations. Ability to accurately follow complex recipes.

Attention to Detail:

Meticulous approach to food preparation, presentation, and cleanliness for delicate Continental dishes.

Work Ethic:

Strong work ethic, ability to work efficiently under pressure, and a positive, can-do attitude.

Team Player:

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; able to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Hygiene Knowledge:

Good understanding and strict adherence to food safety and sanitation practices.

Education:

A culinary diploma or certificate from a recognized institution is highly desirable.

Availability:

Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays.
Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

Food provided Provident Fund
Schedule:

Rotational shift
Supplemental Pay:

Yearly bonus
Ability to commute/relocate:

Lower Parel, Mumbai, Maharashtra: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:

Continental Food Cooking: 5 years (Required)
Work Location: In person