Demi Chef de Partie

About the Role

Marriott International is seeking a Demi Chef de Partie to join their team in Medina. This full-time role involves preparing a variety of meals, managing kitchen equipment, and ensuring high standards of food quality and presentation. The position requires a professional who can maintain operational efficiency and support kitchen management.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare special meals or substitute items according to specific requirements.
• Regulate temperatures 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 all food items.
• Maintain accurate food logs and monitor the quality and quantity of prepared food.
• Communicate staffing needs during peak service periods and inform the Chef of excess food for daily specials.
• Liaise with Food & Beverage service staff regarding menu specials and out-of-stock items.
• Prepare and cook food in adherence to established recipes, quality standards, presentation guidelines, and food preparation checklists.
• Prepare cold food items as required.
• Assist management with various tasks including hiring, training, scheduling, evaluating, counseling, disciplining, and motivating employees, serving as a role model.

Operational and Safety Compliance

• Adhere to all company and safety and security policies and procedures.
• Report maintenance needs, accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to management.
• Complete all required safety training and certifications.
• Maintain a clean and professional uniform and personal appearance.
• Maintain confidentiality of proprietary information and protect company assets.
• Anticipate and address guests’ service needs with clear and professional communication.

Team Collaboration and Physical Requirements

• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues, supporting the team to achieve common goals.
• Listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of other employees.
• Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards in all tasks.
• 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 required.
• Experience: A minimum of 3 years of related work experience is essential for this role.
• Supervisory Experience: No supervisory experience is required.
• License or Certification: No specific license or certification is required.

Work Environment

This is a full-time position within the culinary team at Marriott International in Medina. The role requires active participation in kitchen operations and adherence to established professional standards.