CDP Chef

As a Chef de Partie (CDP) at Chihiro, your role involves overseeing daily kitchen operations, menu execution, prep planning, and maintaining high standards of taste, hygiene, and consistency. You will work closely with the head chef to plan and execute production, develop sauces and components, and mentor junior cooks. **Key Responsibilities:** - Execute and supervise all hot kitchen items such as sandwiches, brunch plates, and daily specials. - Prepare and refine sauces, stocks, and components essential to Chihiro's continental-style menu. - Plan daily mise en place, production timelines, and coordinate prep lists with commis and DCDP. - Maintain hygiene, food safety, and kitchen organization as per FSSAI standards. - Manage inventory, produce rotation, and wastage control with precision. - Ensure portion control, taste balance, and plate presentation across service. - Collaborate with the chef and pastry team for cross-section menu ideas and seasonal specials. - Train, guide, and support junior kitchen staff; foster a positive and disciplined work environment. - Contribute to R&D for new dishes in line with Chihiro's identity - rustic, layered, and nostalgic with modern flavor pairings. **Qualifications Required:** - 2+ years of professional kitchen experience, preferably in continental or caf-style cuisine. - Strong understanding of sauces, emulsions, marinades, and cooking fundamentals. - Knowledge of basic bakery principles is a plus. - Excellent organizational and leadership skills; able to plan prep and manage workflow. - Deep respect for hygiene, teamwork, and attention to detail. - Ability to adapt to a small, creative team and dynamic daily menus. Chihiro offers a competitive salary based on experience and skill level, with opportunities for growth as the company expands and develops new menu lines. If you are passionate about creating honest food in a collaborative, creative environment, this could be the perfect fit for you. (Note: No additional details about the company were provided in the job description),