Demi Chef de Partie

About the Role

Sheraton Hotels & Resorts is seeking a Demi Chef de Partie to join their team in Medina, Al Madinah. This full-time position requires 2-5 years of relevant experience and involves preparing and cooking food items to high standards, ensuring quality and presentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare special meals or substitute items as required.
• Regulate temperatures of cooking equipment such as ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters.
• Manage food thawing processes by pulling items from freezer storage to thaw in the refrigerator.
• Ensure proper portioning, arrangement, and garnishing of food.
• Maintain accurate food logs and monitor the quality and quantity of prepared food.
• Communicate assistance needs during busy 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 as needed.

Operational Support and Team Collaboration

• Assist management with hiring, training, scheduling, evaluating, counseling, disciplining, motivating, and coaching employees, serving as a role model.
• 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.

Compliance and Safety

• Adhere to all company and safety and security policies and procedures.
• Report maintenance needs, accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to the manager.
• Complete all required safety training and certifications.
• Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional.
• Maintain confidentiality of proprietary information and protect company assets.
• Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards in all tasks.

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 less than or equal to 25 pounds without assistance.

Additional Duties

The Demi Chef de Partie will perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors, ensuring smooth kitchen operations and guest satisfaction by anticipating and addressing service needs.