Chef de Partie x2 (CDP)

SUMMARY:
Position: Chef de Partie – Exciting New Restaurant Opening 
Location: V&A Waterfront, Cape Town

POSITION INFO:
A skilled, well-presented and disciplined Chef de Partie with experience in high-volume, premium restaurant or hotel kitchens. Competent in running a station independently, preparing dishes to specification, maintaining high food-safety standards and supporting the smooth flow of the kitchen. Passionate about quality, consistency and delivering exceptional dining experiences.
Minimum Requirements

• Matric or equivalent
• Minimum 2–3 years experience as a Chef de Partie or strong Demi Chef stepping up
• Valid South African ID (no work permits)
• Culinary qualification advantageous
• Strong technical skills within hot kitchen, cold kitchen or specialised sections
• Ability to manage a station independently during busy services
• Excellent understanding of hygiene, safety and HACCP standards

• Managing a designated station with consistency and precision
• Preparing mise en place to required standards
• Cooking and plating dishes according to recipes, specs and presentation guidelines
• Maintaining cleanliness and organisation of work areas
• Stock control, rotation and reducing wastage
• Assisting in training junior chefs and commis
• Clear communication with the Head Chef, Sous Chef and brigade
• Following SOPs and contributing to smooth service flow
• Monitoring quality, portioning and timing

• Ran a kitchen station independently during peak service
• Prepared high-quality dishes with accuracy and consistency
• Completed daily mise en place and ensured readiness for service
• Maintained strict hygiene standards and workstation cleanliness
• Assisted with stock counts, orders and inventory rotation
• Trained and guided Commis and Demi Chefs
• Supported Sous and Head Chefs in new menu items and specials
• Ensured all dishes met the restaurant’s presentation and quality standards

• Strong culinary technique and attention to detail
• Calm, organised and efficient under pressure
• Reliable, disciplined and team-focused
• Passionate about quality, flavour and presentation