Chef de Partie

Job Description: Chef de Partie (CDP) – Indian Cuisine

Tiki Farms Resort | Mai Kai Restaurant

Location: Karjat

Department: Food & Beverage – Kitchen

Reports To: Resort Manager

Employment Type: Full-time

About Tiki Farms & Mai Kai

Tiki Farms is a boutique tropical resort in Karjat, offering curated stays, intimate events, and experience-led dining. Mai Kai, our in-house restaurant, focuses on quality-driven Indian and global flavours, personalised service, and thoughtfully executed menus rather than mass production.

We are looking for a Chef de Partie – Indian Cuisine who understands flavour depth, consistency, and calm execution, and is comfortable working in a small, high-quality resort kitchen environment.

Role Overview

The CDP – Indian Cuisine will be responsible for managing the Indian kitchen section at Mai Kai, with hands-on expertise in Indian gravies, tandoor, starters, and live service execution. This role requires someone who can balance quality cooking with resort-style service, including set menus, AP meal plans, and private group dining.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and execute Indian gravies, tandoor items, kebabs, curries, and starters as per Mai Kai standards
• Handle day-to-day Indian section operations during breakfast, lunch, and dinner services
• Ensure consistency in taste, presentation, and portioning across à la carte and set menus
• Work closely with the Resort Manager for AP plans, group meals, events, and special requests
• Maintain strict hygiene, food safety, and cleanliness standards in line with resort SOPs
• Plan mise-en-place, manage inventory usage, and minimise wastage
• Support menu execution for weekend rush, celebrations, and curated dining experiences
• Guide and supervise commis staff, ensuring smooth service flow
• Adapt dishes to guest preferences while respecting Mai Kai's flavour philosophy

Candidate Profile

• 5- 8 years of experience in Indian cuisine (CDP or Senior Commis role)
• Strong hands-on knowledge of Indian gravies, tandoor operations, marinades, and starters
• Prior experience in a resort, boutique hotel, or quality standalone restaurant preferred
• Comfortable working in a kitchen with high accountability and multitasking
• Good understanding of FSSAI norms, food safety, and hygiene practices
• Calm under pressure, team-oriented, and quality-focused

Salary & Benefits

• Salary: Up to ₹28,000 per month (based on experience and skill fit)
• Accommodation & meals: As per Tiki Farms policy
• Opportunity to grow with a boutique hospitality brand and be part of its evolving food story

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹25, ₹28,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Food provided

Work Location: In person