Demi Chef de Partie

About the Role

Sheraton Hotels & Resorts is seeking a Demi Chef de Partie to join our team in Medina, Al Madinah, Saudi Arabia. This full-time position involves preparing and cooking food items according to established recipes and quality standards, ensuring a high level of culinary execution within the kitchen operations.

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 recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and food preparation checklists, including cold foods.

Operational Duties and Team Support

• Assist management in various HR functions including hiring, training, scheduling, evaluating, counseling, disciplining, motivating, and coaching employees.
• Serve as a role model for team members.
• Adhere to 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.
• Ensure personal appearance and uniform are clean and professional.
• Maintain confidentiality of proprietary information and protect company assets.

Guest Service and Interpersonal Skills

• Anticipate and address guests’ service needs proactively.
• Communicate effectively with others using clear and professional language.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues.
• Support the team in achieving common goals and respond appropriately to employee concerns.
• Ensure adherence to all quality expectations and standards.

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.

Experience and General Requirements

Candidates should possess 2-5 years of relevant experience in a culinary role. The Demi Chef de Partie will perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors, contributing to the overall efficiency and quality of kitchen operations at Sheraton Hotels & Resorts.