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 is a full-time position requiring 2-5 years of relevant experience. The Demi Chef de Partie will be responsible for preparing and cooking food items according to established standards, ensuring quality and presentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare special meals or substitute items as required.
• Regulate the temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters.
• Manage food thawing processes from freezer storage to refrigeration.
• 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 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 in adherence to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and food preparation checklists.
• Prepare cold food items.

Operational Support and Compliance

• Assist management with hiring, training, scheduling, evaluating, counseling, disciplining, motivating, and coaching employees, serving as a role model.
• Adhere to all company, 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 a clean and professional uniform and personal appearance.
• Maintain confidentiality of proprietary information and protect company assets.
• Anticipate and address guests’ service needs, communicating professionally.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues, supporting team goals, and responding appropriately to concerns.
• 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 up to 25 pounds without assistance.

Qualifications and Experience

• 2-5 years of experience in a similar culinary role.
• Demonstrated ability to follow recipes and maintain food quality standards.
• Understanding of food safety and hygiene practices.

Additional Duties

The Demi Chef de Partie will perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors to support kitchen operations and service delivery.