DCDP

JOB DESCRIPTIONDesignation: Demi Chef de Partie (DCDP)

Company: PVR INOX Limited
Department: Food & Beverage / Kitchen Operations
Location: PVR INOX Cinemas

1. 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.

2. 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.

3. Minimum Educational Qualification

• Graduation is mandatory.
• A degree or diploma in Hotel Management, Hospitality, or Culinary Arts will be preferred.

4. 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.

5. 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.

6. 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