Assistant Sous Chef - Banquet Kitchen

Marriott Hotels Resorts; Dubai; On-site; AED 25,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global luxury hotel chain is seeking a culinary manager at their Dubai location. The ideal candidate will oversee day-to-day kitchen operations, ensuring high food quality and exceptional customer service. Responsibilities include managing team activities, developing new pastry items, and maintaining food safety standards. This role offers competitive benefits and opportunities for career growth within the extensive hotel chain. Candidates should demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills.

Benefits

World class training and development

Recognition programs

Discounted accommodation in over 8000 hotels

Medical and life insurance

Qualifications

• Experience in culinary management or related field.
• Strong understanding of food safety and quality standards.
• Ability to manage teams and operations effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations in the kitchen.
• Ensure high standards of food preparation and presentation.
• Lead the team to achieve culinary goals and customer satisfaction.
• Develop and create new pastry items.

Skills

Leadership

Food preparation

Customer service

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Job description

START YOUR JOURNEY WITH US

JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai welcomes you to the heart of the citys lively downtown district with modern luxury and awardwinning service. Soaring above Sheikh Zayed Road our bustling and dynamic 5star hotel is one of the tallest in the world consisting of two towers with 1608 rooms and boasts aweinspiring views of the water and Dubai cityscape. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or a workout in the fitness center before easing tired muscles with a massage at Saray Spa. Sample the flavors of the world at our 10 restaurants and lounges which offer Japanese Italian Indian and Thai cuisine. For those planning an event in downtown Dubai UAE our hotel offers 80000 square feet of adaptable space including a striking ballroom and outdoor venues. Explore Dubai Mall Burj Khalifa and Dubai Opera which are all minutes away.

LOVE WHAT YOU DO EVEN MORE

At JW Marriott treating guests exceptionally starts with the way we treat our associates. Because we believe it takes people who genuinely love what they do to create a truly extraordinary experience.

Here at JW Marriott Marquis Dubai we are looking for talented individuals to join our amazing family and in return we are able to offer you the following:

• An amazing career opportunity to not just work with us but open opportunities worldwide with our extensive portfolio of hotels.
• Learning opportunities with some of the best professionals the region has to offer.
• We aim to promote our associates within as soon as the opportunity arises so we hope to see you progress your career in line with our training and promotion schedule.
• A competitive salary with excellent benefits which include accommodation meals on duty Transportation and:
  • World class training and development including leadership development.
  • Recognition programs.
  • Discounted accommodation in over 8000 hotels all over the world. Yes 8000!
  • Discounted food & drink in all our restaurants and bars.
  • Discounts for your friends and family.
  • Unlimited career opportunities (Internationally and locally)
  • Medical and Life insurance
• Amusing support to ensure you have all the tools you require to complete your dayday tasks.

OUR EXPECTATIONS FROM THE ROLE:

• Manages all daytoday operations. Understands employee positions well enough to perform duties in employees absence.
• Coordinates activities of cooks and workers engaged in food preparation.
• Utilizes interpersonal and communication skills to lead influence and encourage others; advocates sound financial/business decision making; demonstrates honesty/integrity; leads by example.
• Encourages and builds mutual trust respect and cooperation among team members.
• Serves as a role model to demonstrate appropriate behaviors.
• Assists in the supervision of preparation shift operations.
• Prepares food items and executes requests based on required specifications.
• Develops designs or creates new ideas and items for Pastry Kitchen.
• Follows proper handling and right temperature of all food products.
• Maintains food preparation handling and correct storage standards.
• Recognizes superior quality products presentations and flavor.
• Ensures compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
• Assists the Executive Chef with menu development associated with Pastry.
• Operates and maintains all department equipment and reports malfunctions.
• Prepares and cooks foods of all types either on a regular basis or for special guests or functions.
• Checks the quality of raw and cooked food products to ensure that standards are met.
• Assists in determining how food should be presented and creates decorative food displays.
• Ensuring Exceptional Customer Service
• Monitors and Provides service behaviors that are above and beyond for customer satisfaction.
• Manages daytoday operations ensuring the quality standards and meeting the expectations of the customers on a daily basis.
• Sets a positive example for guest relations.
• Responds to and handles guest problems and complaints.
• Interacts with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.
• Maintaining Culinary Goals
• Supports achievement of culinary goals associated with pastry products including performance goals budget goals team goals etc.
• Provides assistance in prioritizing organizing and accomplishing daily pastry operations work.
• Supports procedures for food and beverage portion and waste controls.
• Purchases appropriate supplies and manages inventories according to budget.
• Additional Responsibilities
• Provides information to supervisors and coworkers by telephone in written form email or in person.
• Analyzes information and evaluates results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
• Attends and participates in all pertinent meetings..

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