Chef de Partie – Kitchen Section Lead

About the role

The Chef de Partie will lead a specific kitchen section at Bagaichā, Nepal’s premier culinary destination in Kathmandu. This full‑time, on‑site position involves preparing, cooking and presenting dishes to the brand’s high standards while collaborating across 17 restaurant concepts.

Key responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of an assigned kitchen station (e.g., grill, sauce, pastry).
• Supervise and mentor commis chefs, ensuring consistent quality and hygiene.
• Coordinate with other sections to deliver seamless service during high‑volume periods.
• Contribute to menu development, experiment with new dishes and integrate diverse techniques.
• Assist with inventory control, cost monitoring and waste reduction.
• Maintain food safety and sanitation standards at all times.

Required profile

• Proven experience as a Chef de Partie or Demi Chef in a high‑quality or multi‑concept restaurant.
• Formal culinary training or certification is preferred.
• Strong leadership and ability to train junior staff.
• Excellent time‑management and organizational skills.

Required skills

• Technical expertise in a kitchen section such as grill, sauce preparation or pastry.
• Menu planning, recipe development and plating.
• Food safety regulations and hygiene practices.
• Inventory management, costing and waste tracking.