Chef de Partie

**Company Overview**:
At Chupitos, we pride ourselves on creating exceptional culinary experiences that delight our customers. Our company is built on the values of authenticity, experimentation, and spreading joy. We're looking for a dedicated individual with a can-do attitude and a passion for cooking to join our vibrant team as a Chef de Partie (CDP).

**Key Responsibilities - Chef de Partie**

We’re looking for a skilled and motivated **Chef de Partie** to join our kitchen brigade — someone who takes pride in owning their section, leads by example, and thrives in a fast-paced, high-quality environment.

This isn’t just about keeping things running — it’s about raising the bar with every service. Your key responsibilities will include, but are **not limited to**:
**Section Management**
- Take ownership of a specific kitchen section, ensuring the preparation, cooking, and plating of dishes meet premium quality standards.
- Maintain consistency in flavour, texture, and presentation in every dish served.

**Team Leadership & Development**
- Guide, mentor, and support junior team members, including Commis and Demi Chefs.
- Provide hands-on training and share best practices to elevate kitchen performance and food safety.

**Quality Assurance**
- Be the final checkpoint for everything that leaves your section. Flavour, presentation, portioning — nothing slips past your standards.
- Uphold the kitchen’s commitment to excellence in every dish served.

**Food Preparation & Culinary Execution**
- Execute set recipes with skill, speed, and accuracy — while always looking for ways to refine and elevate your work. You'll also ensure ingredients are stored and handled properly to meet food safety standards.

**Kitchen & Hygiene Maintenance**
- Maintain a clean, safe, and well-organized workstation in line with food safety regulations.
- Use kitchen equipment responsibly and report any maintenance needs promptly.

**Inventory & Stock Control**
- Monitor stock levels in your section and communicate shortages or needs to the Sous or Head Chef.
- Ensure freshness and minimise waste through effective inventory rotation and portion control.

**Menu Innovation & Development**
- Collaborate with senior chefs to develop and test new menu items.
- Contribute creative ideas for seasonal offerings and improvements to existing dishes.

**Team Collaboration & Communication**
- Work closely with the rest of the kitchen and front-of-house to deliver smooth, coordinated service. We win as a team.
- Participate in daily briefings and contribute to a supportive, high-performance kitchen environment.

Qualifications:

- Proven experience as a Chef de Partie or in a similar role in a professional kitchen.
- Strong understanding of cooking techniques and kitchen operations.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle pressure.
- Knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices.
- Culinary certification or relevant training is a plus.

Preferred Background:
If You Are:

- Passionate about cooking and eager to take on more responsibility in the kitchen
- A strong communicator with excellent leadership and teamwork skills
- Detail-oriented and organized
- Ready to contribute to a dynamic kitchen team

We'd Love You to Be a Part of Our Team

**Job Types**: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $2,000.00 - $2,600.00 per month

**Benefits**:

- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability

Supplemental Pay:

- Overtime pay

Work Location: In person