Sous Chef📣 Job Ad
in W Hotels
about 8 hours ago
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 | Contract Type | Full-time |
 | Workplace type | On-site |
 | Location | Riyadh |
About the Role
W Hotels in Riyadh is seeking a dynamic and experienced Assistant Chef to join their culinary team. This full-time managerial position plays a crucial role in the daily success of kitchen operations, focusing on delivering exceptional culinary experiences and maintaining high standards of quality and guest satisfaction. The Assistant Chef will be instrumental in leading kitchen staff, managing food-related functions, and contributing to the overall operational excellence of the hotel's Food and Beverage department.
W Hotels' mission is to "ignite curiosity, expand worlds," creating a vibrant environment where guests can experience life to the fullest. We are a brand that opens doors and minds, constantly inspired by new faces and experiences. Our polished, can-do spirit has redefined luxury globally. If you possess an authentic, innovative spirit and are always looking towards the future of what's possible, you're welcome at W Hotels.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities
- Oversee and manage daily kitchen operations, ensuring strict adherence to all Food and Beverage policies, standards, and procedures.
- Estimate daily production needs on a weekly basis and effectively communicate these requirements to kitchen staff daily.
- Provide comprehensive support to the Executive Chef in all aspects of kitchen operations and food preparation.
- Prepare and cook a wide variety of foods, to meet the needs of regular service and special guest occasions or events.
- Contribute to the development and creation of new culinary applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic elements.
- Assist in identifying and implementing food presentation methods, including the creation of decorative food displays.
- Maintain high standards of food purchasing, receiving, and storage.
- Ensure strict compliance with all food handling and sanitation standards.
- Perform all duties of kitchen managers and staff as needed to ensure smooth operations.
- Identify and recognize high-quality products, presentations, and flavor profiles.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations related to food service.
- Follow proper handling procedures and maintain correct temperature of all food products.
- Operate and maintain all department equipment, and report any malfunctions immediately.
- Conduct comprehensive checks on the quality of raw and cooked food products to ensure they meet specified standards.
- Supervise and coordinate the activities of chefs and other kitchen staff involved in food preparation.
- Lead kitchen shifts while personally preparing food items and executing orders to required specifications.
- Utilize strong interpersonal and communication skills to lead, direct, and motivate team members, advocate for sound financial and business decisions, demonstrate integrity and honesty, and lead by example.
- Foster and build trust, respect, and mutual cooperation among team members.
- Act as a role model, demonstrating appropriate professional behaviors.
- Maintain and improve employee productivity levels.
- Ensure employees clearly understand their expectations and operational standards.
- Establish and maintain open, collaborative relationships with employees and encourage them to do the same within the team.
- Ensure facility policies are applied fairly and consistently.
- Communicate performance expectations in accordance with the job description for each position.
- Recognize successful performance and drive the achievement of desired results.
- Deliver services that exceed guest expectations, contributing to customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Manage daily operations, ensuring quality and standards, and consistently meeting customer expectations.
- Set a positive example for guest relations and service delivery.
- Empower employees to provide excellent customer service.
- Interact with guests to gather feedback on product quality and service levels.
- Effectively handle guest issues and complaints to ensure their resolution and satisfaction.
- Achieve and exceed goals related to culinary and operational aspects, including performance goals, financial goals, and team achievements.
- Develop specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish work effectively.
- Utilize labor management system for efficient scheduling based on business needs and to track employee time and attendance.
- Train employees on basic safety procedures.
- Identify the developmental needs of others and provide training, coaching, or other assistance to improve their knowledge or skills.
- Foster service delivery by communicating with individuals and helping them understand guest needs, providing coaching, feedback, and individual training as needed.
- Participate in the employee performance appraisal process, providing constructive feedback as appropriate.
- Escalate issues to the Department Manager and HR as necessary.
- Provide information to supervisors, colleagues, and subordinates by telephone, written documentation, e-mail, or in person.
- Analyze information and evaluate results to choose best solutions and solve problems effectively.
- Attend all relevant meetings and actively participate.
Qualifications and Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required; with 4 years of experience in culinary, food and beverage, or a related professional field.
- Alternatively, a 2-year degree from an accredited university in Culinary Arts, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or a related major, plus 2 years of experience in culinary, food and beverage, or a related professional field is required.
Required Skills
- Culinary Experience
- Food and Beverage Management
- Kitchen Operations
- Staff Leadership and Development
- Budget Management
- Quality Control
- Sanitation and Food Safety Standards
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem Solving
- Customer Service Excellence
- Human Resources Management
Additional Information
This position is full-time and classified as a managerial role. The workplace is located in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Marriott International is committed to being an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We value the unique backgrounds of our partners and foster an environment where everyone is welcome and has access to opportunities. We are committed to not discriminating on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Requirements
- Requires 2-5 Years experience
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