Cook📣 Job Ad

About the Role

Marriott International is seeking a Cook to join our culinary team. This full-time position is based in Makkah, with opportunities across our operations in Jeddah and Makkah. The role involves preparing and cooking a variety of dishes to high standards, ensuring food quality, and maintaining a clean and safe kitchen environment.

Key Culinary Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping, and proper food storage.
• Wash and peel fresh fruits and vegetables as needed.
• Accurately weigh, measure, and mix ingredients according to recipes.
• Prepare and cook food items in adherence to established recipes, quality standards, presentation guidelines, and food preparation checklists.
• Prepare cold food items as required.
• Operate various kitchen equipment, including ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, and fryers.
• Test foods to determine sufficient cooking and monitor food quality throughout the preparation process.

Kitchen Operations and Standards

• Set up and efficiently break down the work station.
• Serve food in proper portions using appropriate receptacles.
• Wash and disinfect kitchen areas, tables, tools, knives, and equipment.
• Check and ensure the correctness of appliance and food temperatures.
• Ensure strict adherence to quality expectations and standards in all culinary tasks.

Workplace Conduct and Safety

• Follow 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.
• Maintain a clean and professional uniform and personal appearance.
• Maintain confidentiality of proprietary information and protect company assets.
• Communicate professionally and clearly with colleagues and supervisors.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships, supporting the team to achieve common goals.
• Listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of other employees.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, sit, or walk for extended periods or an entire work shift.
• 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 less than or equal to 25 pounds without assistance.

Candidate Profile

We are seeking candidates with 0-1 years of experience in a culinary role. The successful candidate will be adaptable and capable of performing various job duties as requested by Supervisors within a dynamic kitchen environment.