Demi Chef de Partie – Continental

Location: Breach Candy, Mumbai

Company: Zilch Café | DJRS Hospitality LLP

Department: Culinary

Employment Type: Full-Time

Cuisine: Contemporary Continental / Café Cuisine

Experience: 2–4 Years

About DJRS Hospitality LLP

DJRS Hospitality LLP is a growing hospitality company building and operating a diverse portfolio of restaurants, cafés, cloud kitchens, catering, events, and experiential concepts across Mumbai.

With a strong focus on quality, creativity, and guest experience, DJRS continues to develop new concepts and create opportunities for passionate hospitality professionals to grow within the group.

About Zilch Café

Zilch is an upcoming premium all-day dining café in Breach Candy, Mumbai, and one of the newest concepts being developed by DJRS Hospitality.

The café will feature a contemporary Continental-inspired menu with artisan sourdough sandwiches, gourmet paninis, premium café offerings, and handcrafted beverages, bringing together quality ingredients, thoughtful presentation, and a modern café experience.

As part of the pre-opening team, you will have the opportunity to be involved from the beginning — from kitchen trials and menu familiarisation to establishing production standards and preparing for the opening of the outlet.

About the Role

We are looking for a passionate and skilled Demi Chef de Partie – Continental to join the culinary team at Zilch.

The DCDP will work closely with the Chef de Partie and senior culinary team to ensure the smooth operation of the assigned section, maintaining high standards of food quality, consistency, presentation, hygiene, and efficiency.

This role is ideal for a chef who has a solid foundation in Continental cuisine and is ready to take greater ownership of their section while continuing to develop their technical and leadership skills.

Key ResponsibilitiesKitchen Operations

- Assist the Chef de Partie and Sous Chef in the day-to-day operation of the assigned section.
- Prepare and execute Continental dishes according to standard recipes and presentation guidelines.
- Ensure consistent quality, taste, texture, portioning, and presentation of all dishes.
- Complete daily mise en place and ensure the section is fully prepared before service.




- Execute dishes efficiently and accurately during service.
- Maintain smooth coordination with other kitchen sections during busy operations.
- Take responsibility for maintaining cleanliness and organisation of the assigned workstation.

Pre-Opening & Menu Development
- Participate in pre-opening kitchen preparations and operational trials.
- Assist with menu trials, tastings, recipe testing, and product development.
- Familiarise yourself with all menu items, recipes, preparation methods, and plating standards.
- Assist in establishing efficient preparation and production processes.
- Support the culinary team during trial services, soft openings, and the final preparation for launch.
- Provide practical input on preparation, execution, and section requirements when appropriate.

Food Quality & Standards
- Maintain consistency in taste, presentation, portion size, and product quality.
- Follow standard recipes, SOPs, and plating specifications.
- Ensure ingredients are handled, stored, labelled, and rotated correctly.
- Monitor food quality throughout preparation and service.
- Minimise wastage through proper preparation, storage, and portion control.
- Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, and sanitation in accordance with HACCP practices.

Team Support
- Assist in guiding and supporting Commis Chefs and junior kitchen team members.
- Help train junior team members on preparation methods, recipes, hygiene, and kitchen standards.
- Communicate effectively with the Chef de Partie and wider culinary team.
- Maintain discipline, teamwork, and professionalism within the kitchen.
- Step in to support other sections when operational requirements demand.

What We’re Looking For We are looking for a chef who is:
- Passionate about Continental cuisine and professional kitchen operations.
- Energetic, disciplined, and eager to learn.
- Detail-oriented and committed to maintaining consistent quality.




- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen environment.
- Confident with mise en place and basic Continental cooking techniques.
- Able to follow recipes and standards accurately.
- Willing to take ownership of their section and responsibilities.
- Comfortable receiving feedback and continuously improving their skills.
- A strong team player with good communication and coordination skills.
- Interested in building a long-term culinary career.

Experience & Qualifications
- 2–4 years of relevant experience in Continental kitchens preferred.
- Previous experience as a DCDP, Commis I, or equivalent position.
- Experience in restaurants, cafés, hotels, premium dining establishments, or similar hospitality environments.
- Culinary degree, diploma, or professional culinary qualification preferred.
- Good understanding of Continental cuisine, preparation techniques, and kitchen operations.
- Knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards.
- Pre-opening experience will be an added advantage.

Why Join Zilch?
- Be part of a premium pre-opening café from the ground up.
- Opportunity to contribute to kitchen setup, menu trials, and opening preparations.
- Work with a contemporary Continental and café-focused menu.
- Gain exposure to modern kitchen systems, production standards, and menu development.
- Learn and grow under experienced culinary leadership.
- Chance to take ownership of a section and develop leadership skills.
- Exposure to multiple hospitality concepts within DJRS Hospitality.
- Career progression opportunities within the group.
- Service Charge and employee engagement initiatives.
- Learning and development opportunities.

Apply Now If you are a passionate Continental chef looking for an chance to be part of an exciting new concept and grow with the team from the very beginning, we would love to hear from you.

Email: [email protected]

Subject: DCDP – Zilch Application

Be part of the team that builds Zilch from the kitchen up — from the first trial to the first plate served.

Pay: ₹22,000.00 - ₹28,000.00 per month

Benefits

- Flexible schedule
- Food provided
- Leave encashment
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off

Work Location: In person

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