Demi Chef de Partie

About the Role of Demi Chef de Partie

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, * is seeking a Demi Chef de Partie to join its team in Makkah, with operations extending to Jeddah. This full-time role involves preparing and cooking food items according to established standards and recipes, ensuring quality and presentation. The position requires 2-5 years of relevant experience in a culinary setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare special meals or substitute items as required.
• Regulate temperatures of cooking equipment such as ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters.
• Manage food thawing processes by pulling items from freezer storage to thaw in the refrigerator.
• 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 busy periods and inform the Chef of excess food items for daily specials.
• Inform Food & Beverage service staff about menu specials and out-of-stock items.
• Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and food preparation checklists, including cold foods.
• Assist management with hiring, training, scheduling, evaluating, counseling, disciplining, motivating, and coaching employees, serving as a role model.
• Adhere to all company, safety, and security policies and procedures; report maintenance needs, accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to management; complete all required safety training and certifications.
• Ensure a clean and professional uniform and personal appearance; maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect company assets.
• Anticipate and address guests’ service needs, communicating clearly and professionally.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues, support team goals, and respond appropriately to employee concerns.
• Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards.

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.

Qualifications and Experience

• Education: Technical, Trade, or Vocational School Degree.
• Related Work Experience: At least 3 years of related culinary work experience.
• Supervisory Experience: No supervisory experience is required for this role.
• License or Certification: None specified.

Work Environment

This is a full-time position based in Makkah, with responsibilities that may extend to Jeddah. The role involves working in a dynamic kitchen environment, requiring adherence to strict quality and safety standards.