Chef de Partie (CDP)

Job Description: Chef de Partie (CDP)

Company: Daiu Korean BBQ & Chinese Hot Pot
Location: Coventry
Position: Chef de Partie (Full-Time)
Salary: Negotiable depend on experience and working hours

About Daiu Korean BBQ & Hot Pot:
Daiu offers an authentic and immersive Asian dining experience, specialising in the interactive and social delights of Korean BBQ and Chinese Hot Pot. We are dedicated to delivering exceptional food and a memorable atmosphere. We are looking for a skilled and dedicated Chef de Partie to join our passionate culinary team.

The Role:
We are seeking a talented Chef de Partie to take responsibility for a specific section of our kitchen. The ideal candidate is a specialist in Asian food preparation with excellent technical skills, a strong work ethic, and a commitment to quality. You will be crucial in ensuring your station runs smoothly during service, producing dishes to our exact standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Section Management:
• Take full ownership of a specific station (e.g., wok station, Meat and Veg prep station).
• Prepare, cook, and present all dishes from your section according to the restaurant's recipes and specifications.
• Ensure all mis-en-place for your section is completed to a high standard and on time for service.
• Maintain impeccable organisation and cleanliness of your section at all times.
• Culinary Execution:
• Demonstrate excellent Chinese wok skills, including stir-frying, frying.
• Execute precise and consistent knife skills for preparing meats, seafood, and vegetables.
• Prepare and marinate meats for Korean BBQ, ensuring authenticity and flavour.
• Prepare broths, sauces, and ingredients for the Hot Pot station.
• Ensure every dish leaving your station is perfect in taste, quality, and presentation.
• Quality & Safety:
• Uphold the highest standards of food hygiene and safety in your section.
• Follow all HACCP procedures, including temperature checks and stock rotation.
• Store all products correctly and ensure your workstation complies with health and safety regulations.
• Hold a valid UK Food Hygiene Certificate (essential).

Person Specification:

• Proven experience as a Chef de Partie or a Demi Chef de Partie in a fast-paced kitchen. Experience in an Asian/Korean/Chinese restaurant is highly desirable.
• Strong and demonstrable skills in Asian food preparation and cooking techniques.
• Excellent Chinese wok technique and knife skills are essential.
• Knowledge of Korean BBQ and/or Hot Pot preparation is a significant advantage.
• Understanding of food safety principles and a valid UK Food Hygiene Certificate.
• Ability to work efficiently and calmly under pressure during busy service periods.
• A reliable, hard-working, and positive team player.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to follow instructions precisely.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From £35,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person