Chef de Partie

About the Role

Delta Hotels and Resorts® is seeking a Chef de Partie to join our team in Jeddah, Makkah. This full-time position involves preparing and cooking food items according to established recipes and quality standards, ensuring a high level of food presentation and guest satisfaction. The role 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 including ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters.
• Manage food thawing processes from freezer storage to refrigeration.
• Ensure proper portioning, arrangement, and garnishing of food items.
• Maintain accurate food logs and monitor the quality and quantity of prepared food.
• Communicate staffing needs during peak 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 in adherence to recipes, quality standards, presentation guidelines, and food preparation checklists.
• Prepare cold food items.

Operational Support and Compliance

• Assist management with hiring, training, scheduling, evaluation, counseling, discipline, and motivation of 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 personal appearance and uniform are clean and professional.
• Maintain confidentiality of proprietary information and protect company assets.
• Anticipate and address guests’ service needs, communicating clearly and professionally.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues, supporting team goals and responding appropriately to 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 work experience.
• Supervisory Experience: No supervisory experience is required for this role.
• License or Certification: None specified.

Application Process

Candidates who meet the above qualifications are encouraged to apply. Further details regarding the application process will be provided upon inquiry.