Job Description
Chef de Partie
A premium beachside kitchen on Sri Lanka's south coast
LKR 90,000 – 120,000 per month • depending on experience
We are looking for a Chef de Partie to own a station in a high-volume, premium beachside kitchen. You will keep flavour, portioning and plating consistent on every ticket, hold food safety and hygiene to a strict standard, and stay composed when the pass is busy.
ON YOUR STATION
- Consistent flavour, correct portions and strong plate presentation on every order.
- HACCP procedures, clean-as-you-go discipline and daily temperature recording.
- Safe operation and monitoring of station tools, ovens and appliances.
- Strict FIFO rotation, efficient use of raw goods, tight food cost control.
- Immaculate uniform standard and reliable timekeeping, every shift.
- Support for Commis chefs, cross-station teamwork and close following of kitchen direction.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
- 2–3 years as a Demi Chef de Partie or CDP in a high-output resort, bistro or beach café.
- Strong skills in western menus, seafood handling or wood-fired deck operation.
- Culinary degree or NVQ preferred — proven kitchen ability weighs heavily.
- Emotional control under pressure, confident verbal communication and a solution-driven attitude.
A DAY ON THE LINE
MORNING – PREP & DAY LAUNCH
- Attend the daily briefing on specials and covers
- Check stock and submit requisitions early
- Set up mise en place before service
- Run breakfast and lunch through the midday rush
- Record temperatures and opening safety checks
- Keep the station inspection-ready
EVENING – DINNER & PEAK SERVICE
- Set the line for upscale dinner service
- Track components, replenish ahead of peaks
- Support other stations under heavy tickets
- Complete the scheduled deep-cleaning tasks
- Cool, label, wrap and store food correctly
- Hand over a full brief to the next shift
CLOSING – LOCKDOWN & COMPLIANCE
- Deep clean and sanitise counters and line
- Shut down gas, hot plates and non-essential equipment
- Log the day’s wastage on the templates
- Secure walk-ins, dry store and stock bays
- Report maintenance issues to management
APPLY NOW
Send your CV to Head Chef Viraj.
The Doctor’s House • Madiha, Sri Lanka
HEAD CHEF VIRAJ
071 683 5327
viraj@thedoctorshouse.lk