Specialty Chef – Chef de Partie (Indian Cuisine)

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $21.00 - $25.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Professional development opportunities
competitive salary
team environment

Job Description

Our establishment is a premier dining and catering service provider renowned for delivering exceptional culinary experiences to a diverse clientele. Working within Campus Dining and Three Pillars Catering, we take pride in fostering an environment where culinary professionals can grow and thrive both personally and professionally. Our team members participate in industry and collegiate conferences as well as national culinary competitions, sharpening their skills while contributing to innovative and authentic dining experiences. We emphasize cultural diversity and culinary excellence, ensuring our guests receive unique and memorable meals from a global palette of cuisines.

We are currently seeking a Specialty Chef – Chef de Partie specializing in Indian Cuisine to join our vibrant culinary team. This position plays a critical role in supervising and overseeing the operational aspects of culinary and customer service in our dining operations. The ideal candidate will assist the culinary team in providing authentic Indian dining experiences by contributing to menu creation, training, and managing kitchen staff to build an organized and motivated team. This role demands a deep understanding of various cooking techniques, kitchen equipment, and authentic preparation methods pertinent to Indian cuisine. The Specialty Chef will also oversee food quality and presentation, ensuring that every dish served meets our high standards for taste, appearance, and authenticity. With a competitive hourly wage ranging from $21.00 to $25.00, this role offers a remarkable opportunity for seasoned culinary professionals to advance their careers in a supportive and dynamic work environment that values innovation and cultural representation in its culinary offerings. This position will particularly appeal to chefs eager to apply their skills in a high-volume setting while embracing the challenge of maintaining authenticity in ethnic cuisine. If you have at least five years of professional cooking experience, including expertise with traditional and innovative Indian cooking techniques and equipment such as tandoori ovens, woks, and clay ovens, we encourage you to apply. Whether you are passionate about developing menus or refining your knife skills, this role provides the scope and support to excel in your culinary career. Our food establishment offers not only a workplace but a community committed to culinary distinction and employee growth.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Minimum 5 years high-volume professional cooking experience
  • Experience in cooking Indian cuisine using traditional equipment
  • Ability to demonstrate professional knife handling
  • Knowledge of high-volume kitchen equipment
  • Some post-high school education or training preferred
  • 2 years experience in food service setting

Job Qualifications

  • Minimum 5 years high-volume professional cooking experience
  • Experience in cooking and preparation of Indian food using traditional and innovative equipment
  • Experience in menu and recipe development in specialty cuisines
  • Proficiency in professional knife-handling skills
  • Knowledge of equipment used in high-volume kitchens
  • Some post-high school education or training in culinary arts preferred
  • 2 years experience in restaurant or institutional food service setting

Job Duties

  • Supervise and oversee operational details of customer and culinary service
  • Assist culinary team to provide authentic and unique dining experiences
  • Contribute to menu creation and recipe development
  • Train and manage kitchen staff to ensure a well-organized and motivated team
  • Oversee all aspects of the kitchen to ensure high standards of food quality and presentation
  • Demonstrate proficiency in professional knife handling and food preparation techniques
  • Utilize traditional and innovative cooking equipment for Indian cuisine

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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