DCDP

JOB DESCRIPTIONDesignation

Demi Chef de Partie (DCDP)

Company

PVR INOX Limited

Department

Food & Beverage / Kitchen Operations

Location

PVR INOX Cinemas

Job Purpose

To support the kitchen operations at PVR INOX Cinemas by ensuring the timely preparation and presentation of high-quality food, maintaining hygiene and food safety standards, and assisting the Chef de Partie in the smooth functioning of the kitchen.

Key Responsibilities

Food Preparation & Production: Prepare and cook food as per standard recipes, portion sizes, and presentation guidelines, ensuring consistency in quality and taste.

Kitchen Operations: Assist the Chef de Partie in managing daily kitchen activities, coordinating food preparation, and ensuring timely order execution during peak cinema hours.

Menu Execution: Handle assigned sections of the kitchen, including Continental, Chinese, and multicuisine preparations, as per the outlet's menu requirements.

Quality Control

Monitor the freshness, quality, storage, and shelf life of ingredients and prepared food items.

Hygiene & Food Safety: Maintain high standards of personal hygiene, kitchen cleanliness, sanitation, and compliance with applicable food safety guidelines, including FSSAI requirements.

Inventory Management: Assist in monitoring stock levels, maintaining proper storage, following FIFO (First In, First Out), and minimizing food wastage.

Equipment Handling

Ensure proper use, cleaning, and maintenance of kitchen equipment and report any malfunction to the concerned supervisor.

Team Coordination

Support and guide Commis chefs and other kitchen staff to ensure smooth workflow and adherence to operational standards.

Cost Control

Follow portion control, reduce food wastage, and support the kitchen team in maintaining food cost targets.

Compliance & Documentation: Follow company SOPs and maintain required kitchen records, including temperature logs, stock records, and cleaning checklists.

Minimum Educational Qualification

Graduation is mandatory.

A degree or diploma in Hotel Management, Hospitality, or Culinary Arts will be preferred.

Experience Required

Prior experience in a professional kitchen, hotel, restaurant, food court, or QSR environment is preferred.

Candidates with experience in Continental, Chinese, or multicuisine kitchens will be given preference.

Experience in handling kitchen sections and supporting junior kitchen staff will be an added advantage.

Required Skills

Good knowledge of food preparation techniques and kitchen operations.

Understanding of food safety, hygiene, and sanitation practices.

Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Strong coordination, time management, and organizational skills.

Ability to work in shifts, including weekends and public holidays.

Team-oriented approach with a focus on food quality and customer satisfaction.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Food quality, taste, and presentation.

Timely preparation and service of orders.

Compliance with kitchen hygiene and food safety standards.

Food wastage and portion control.

Inventory accuracy and adherence to storage procedures.

Compliance with company SOPs and operational standards.

Note

The candidate must be willing to work in rotational shifts as per PVR INOX Cinemas' operational requirements.

Pay

₹25,000.00 - ₹30,000.00 per month

Benefits

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid sick time

Paid time off

Provident Fund

Work Location

In person