Continental Chef

Chef de Partie (CDP) – Continental

Department: Food & Beverage Production
Section: Continental Kitchen
Location: Antares by RajLaxmi, Lucknow
Experience: 3–5 Years
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary:

We are looking for an experienced Chef de Partie (CDP) – Continental to manage the day-to-day operations of the Continental section. The candidate will be responsible for food preparation, maintaining consistent food quality, supervising Commis-level staff, and ensuring hygiene and food-safety standards are followed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage daily operations and production of the Continental Kitchen.
• Prepare and present Continental dishes according to established recipes and quality standards.
• Ensure proper mise en place is completed before service.
• Maintain consistency in taste, presentation, portion size, and food quality.
• Supervise and guide Commis and junior kitchen staff in the section.
• Monitor cooking methods, temperatures, portioning, and presentation.
• Ensure proper handling, storage, labelling, and FIFO of food products.
• Monitor stock levels and inform the Sous Chef/Executive Chef about shortages or requirements.
• Minimise food wastage and maintain proper portion control.
• Maintain cleanliness, hygiene, and food-safety standards in the work area.
• Coordinate with other kitchen sections during service to ensure smooth operations.
• Support menu preparation, new dish trials, and daily specials when required.
• Ensure kitchen equipment is used correctly and report any maintenance issues.
• Follow all hotel SOPs, food-safety procedures, and departmental standards.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Diploma/Degree in Hotel Management or Culinary Arts preferred.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience in Continental cuisine.
• Strong knowledge of Continental cooking techniques, sauces, soups, grills, pastas, salads, and other Continental preparations.
• Good knowledge of food hygiene and safety standards.
• Ability to supervise and guide junior kitchen staff.
• Good communication and team-working skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced hotel/restaurant environment.
• Strong attention to food quality, presentation, and consistency.

Preferred Candidate Profile:

Candidates with experience in hotels, resorts, fine-dining restaurants, or reputed standalone restaurants will be preferred.

What We Offer?

• Competitive salary based on experience and skills.
• Opportunity to work with Antares by RajLaxmi.
• Professional growth and learning opportunities.
• Staff benefits as per hotel policy.

To Apply: Interested candidates can share their updated CV at [email protected] with details of their relevant Continental Kitchen experience.

Pay: ₹9,205.69 - ₹35,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person