Chef de Partie

About the Role

Sheraton Hotels & Resorts is seeking a Chef de Partie to join its team in Medina, Al Madinah, Saudi Arabia. This full-time position requires 2-5 years of relevant experience and involves overseeing kitchen operations to ensure high standards of food preparation and presentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare special meals or substitute items as required.
• Regulate temperatures of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters.
• Manage food thawing processes from freezer storage to refrigerator.
• Ensure proper portioning, arrangement, and garnishing of food items.
• Maintain accurate food logs and monitor the quality and quantity of prepared food.
• Communicate assistance 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 according to established recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and food preparation checklists.
• Prepare cold food items.

Operational and Team Support

• Assist management with hiring, training, scheduling, evaluating, counseling, disciplining, motivating, and coaching employees.
• Serve as a role model for kitchen staff.
• Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards in all culinary operations.

Compliance and Professionalism

• 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.
• Anticipate and address guests’ service needs with clear and professional language.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues and support the team in achieving common goals.
• Listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of other employees.

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.

Additional Duties

Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.