Chinese Cdp

**Job Overview**:
As a **Chef de Partie** specializing in **Chinese Cuisine**, you will be responsible for preparing and cooking a wide variety of traditional Chinese dishes while ensuring high standards of food quality and presentation. You will work under the guidance of the Head Chef and manage a specific section of the kitchen. This position is ideal for someone passionate about Chinese culinary techniques, ingredients, and creating authentic dining experiences.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- **Food Preparation and Cooking**:

- Prepare and cook dishes according to traditional Chinese recipes and menu specifications, ensuring consistent quality and taste.
- Oversee the cooking of specific sections in the kitchen (e.g., woks, noodles, dim sum, meats, seafood, or vegetables).
- Manage the preparation of mise en place for your designated section, ensuring all ingredients are fresh and ready for service.
- Ensure that all dishes are prepared to a high standard of taste, presentation, and hygiene.
- **Menu Collaboration**:

- Assist the Head Chef in developing new menu items, updating seasonal offerings, and maintaining the overall menu concept.
- Ensure that each dish follows the authenticity and traditional techniques of Chinese cuisine.
- Work with the kitchen team to make recommendations for improving menu items and increasing customer satisfaction.
- **Kitchen Management**:

- Supervise and train junior kitchen staff, ensuring proper cooking techniques, safety practices, and cleanliness.
- Maintain proper stock levels of ingredients and order new supplies as required.
- Monitor food preparation and storage to maintain high hygiene standards and minimize food wastage.
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, including the safe handling of raw ingredients, cooking equipment, and kitchen cleanliness.
- **Quality Control**:

- Monitor food quality throughout the preparation and cooking process to ensure consistency in flavor, texture, and appearance.
- Taste dishes before they leave the kitchen to ensure they meet the restaurant’s standards.
- Handle customer feedback and work with the kitchen team to resolve any issues related to food quality.
- **Time and Order Management**:

- Ensure the timely preparation and delivery of dishes during busy periods.
- Manage your section efficiently to minimize wait times while maintaining quality.
- Communicate effectively with front-of-house staff to ensure smooth coordination between the kitchen and service team.
- **Cost Control**:

- Contribute to maintaining cost-effective inventory management by minimizing food waste and optimizing ingredient usage.
- Assist in controlling portion sizes and ensuring that dishes are served at the correct price points without compromising quality.
- **Collaboration with Kitchen Team**:

- Work closely with other chefs and kitchen staff to maintain a collaborative and positive working environment.
- Support the Head Chef in delegating tasks and ensuring smooth kitchen operations during peak service times.

**Required Qualifications**:

- **Education**: Culinary degree or relevant training in Chinese cuisine or general culinary arts.
- **Experience**: At least 2-3 years of experience in a Chinese restaurant kitchen, with a solid understanding of Chinese cooking techniques and ingredients.
- **Technical Skills**:

- Proficiency in Chinese cooking methods, such as stir-frying, steaming, braising, and wok cooking.
- Familiarity with traditional Chinese ingredients, spices, sauces, and garnishing.
- Ability to work with specialized kitchen equipment like woks, steamers, and Chinese cleavers.
- **Leadership**: Ability to manage a specific kitchen section and support junior team members.
- **Hygiene Standards**: Strong knowledge of food hygiene and safety practices.
- **Attention to Detail**: Exceptional focus on food presentation and flavor balance.

**Desired Skills**:

- **Creativity**: Ability to innovate and create new dishes that remain authentic to Chinese cuisine.
- **Communication**: Strong communication skills to effectively coordinate with kitchen and front-of-house teams.
- **Adaptability**: Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, especially during peak service hours.
- **Languages**: Proficiency in additional languages (e.g., Mandarin or Cantonese) may be a plus, depending on the restaurant’s theme or customer base.

**Key Competencies**:

- **Teamwork**: Ability to work effectively as part of a team, supporting colleagues in high-pressure environments.
- **Customer Focus**: Passion for delivering an excellent dining experience, ensuring food quality and customer satisfaction.
- **Problem Solving**: Ability to resolve kitchen issues promptly and efficiently without compromising quality.
- **Time Management**: Ability to handle multiple tasks and ensure timely delivery of dishes during service hours.

**Working Conditions**:

- **Hours**: Must be available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required b