Dcdp - Conti chef

Job Description

Demi Chef de Partie (DCDP) – Continental Cuisine

Department

Kitchen / Culinary

Designation

Demi Chef de Partie (DCDP) – Continental

Industry

Hospitality / Cafe

Reporting To

Sous Chef / Head Chef

Location

As per company requirements

Job Summary

We are looking for a skilled and enthusiastic Demi Chef de Partie (DCDP) specializing in Continental cuisine to join our cafe kitchen team. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience in Continental food preparation, strong culinary fundamentals, and the ability to maintain food quality, consistency, presentation, and hygiene standards in a fast-paced cafe environment.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare and cook a variety of Continental dishes, including pastas, pizzas, sandwiches, burgers, salads, soups, grills, and cafe-style specialties.

Assist the Sous Chef and Head Chef in daily kitchen operations and food preparation.

Ensure consistency in taste, quality, portion sizes, and presentation of all dishes.

Manage the assigned kitchen section and ensure timely preparation and dispatch of orders.

Follow standard recipes, preparation methods, and plating guidelines.

Maintain proper mise en place before and during service hours.

Ensure cleanliness, hygiene, and food safety standards are maintained throughout the kitchen.

Follow proper food storage, labelling, stock rotation, and temperature-control procedures.

Assist in monitoring inventory, checking ingredient quality, and reporting stock shortages to the senior chef.

Minimise food wastage and follow portion-control and cost-management practices.

Support the training and supervision of Commis Chefs and kitchen assistants when required.

Coordinate with other kitchen sections and the service team to ensure smooth operations.

Ensure all kitchen equipment, workstations, and storage areas are maintained properly.

Adhere to company policies, kitchen SOPs, and applicable FSSAI food safety guidelines.

Qualifications & Experience

Minimum 2–4 years of experience in a professional kitchen, preferably in a cafe or casual dining restaurant.

Hands-on experience in Continental cuisine is essential.

Previous experience as a DCDP or Commis Chef with strong Continental kitchen exposure will be preferred.

Good knowledge of Continental cooking techniques, sauces, pastas, salads, sandwiches, grills, and plating.

Understanding of food safety, kitchen hygiene, ingredient handling, and storage practices.

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Good communication, teamwork, time-management, and organisational skills.

Flexibility to work rotational shifts, weekends, and public holidays as required.

Key Skills

Continental food preparation

Mise en place and kitchen section management

Recipe adherence and portion control

Food presentation and quality consistency

Inventory handling and wastage control

Kitchen hygiene and food safety

Teamwork and coordination

Time management and multitasking

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate should be passionate about Continental cuisine, demonstrate strong cooking skills, and maintain high standards of food quality and presentation. The candidate must be disciplined, organised, and capable of handling daily cafe kitchen operations efficiently while supporting the senior culinary team.

Pay

₹30,000.00 - ₹50,000.00 per month

Benefits

Food provided

Paid sick time

Paid time off

Provident Fund

Work Location

In person