Demi Chef

About the Role

Marriott International is seeking a Demi Chef for a full-time position in Medina, Saudi Arabia. This role involves preparing and cooking food items according to established recipes, quality standards, and presentation guidelines, ensuring a high standard of culinary execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare special meals or substitute items as required.
• Regulate the temperature of cooking equipment such as ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters.
• Manage food thawing processes from freezer storage to refrigeration.
• Ensure proper portioning, arrangement, and garnishing of food.
• Maintain accurate food logs and monitor the quality and quantity of prepared food.
• Communicate assistance needs during peak periods and inform the Chef of excess food items for daily specials.
• Notify Food & Beverage service staff of menu specials and out-of-stock items.
• Prepare and cook both hot and cold foods in adherence to recipes and quality standards.

Team Collaboration and Operational Support

• Assist management with hiring, training, scheduling, evaluating, counseling, disciplining, motivating, and coaching employees, serving as a role model.
• Adhere to all company and safety and security policies and procedures, reporting maintenance needs, accidents, injuries, and unsafe conditions.
• Ensure a clean and professional uniform and personal appearance, maintain confidentiality of proprietary information, and protect company assets.
• Anticipate and address guests’ service needs, communicating professionally with others.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships, support team goals, and respond appropriately to employee concerns.
• Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards across all tasks.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, sit, or walk for extended periods.
• Capability to reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping.
• Ability to move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing up to 25 pounds without assistance.
• Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

Qualifications and Experience

• Education: A Technical, Trade, or Vocational School Degree is preferred.
• Experience: At least 3 years of related work experience in a culinary role. The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of overall experience.
• Supervisory Experience: No supervisory experience is required for this position.
• Certifications: No specific license or certification is required.

Application Information

This is a full-time opportunity with Marriott International. Salary details will be discussed during the interview process.