Cook III

About the Cook III Role

Delta Hotels and Resorts®, part of Marriott, is seeking a dedicated Cook III to join our culinary team in Jeddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia. This full-time position is designed for individuals with 0-1 years of experience in a professional kitchen environment, focusing on precise food preparation and cooking to uphold high culinary standards.

Core Culinary Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping, and proper food storage.
• Wash, peel, weigh, measure, and mix fresh fruits, vegetables, and other ingredients.
• Prepare and cook food items strictly according to established recipes, quality standards, and presentation guidelines.
• Prepare cold food items as required by menu specifications.
• Operate various kitchen equipment such as ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, and fryers safely and efficiently.
• Monitor food quality and test items to ensure they are cooked sufficiently.
• Set up and break down the work station, ensuring readiness for service and proper closure.
• Serve food in correct portions onto appropriate receptacles.
• Wash and disinfect kitchen areas, tables, tools, knives, and equipment thoroughly.
• Check and ensure the correctness of appliance and food temperatures.

Workplace Standards and Team Collaboration

• Adhere to all company and safety and security policies and procedures.
• Report maintenance needs, accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to the manager promptly.
• Complete all required safety training and certifications.
• Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional at all times.
• Maintain confidentiality of proprietary information and protect company assets.
• Communicate with colleagues using clear and professional language.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with all team members.
• Support the team to reach common goals and respond appropriately to concerns of other employees.
• Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards in all tasks.
• Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by supervisors.

Required Experience

• 0-1 years of experience in a culinary role, demonstrating foundational kitchen skills.

Physical Requirements of the Position

• Ability to stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time or for an entire work shift.
• Capability to reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping.
• Capacity to move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 25 pounds without assistance.

Location and Employment Type

This is a full-time position based in Jeddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.