Cook I Baker

Marriott Hotels Resorts; Abu Dhabi Emirate; On-site; AED 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned hotel chain in Abu Dhabi is seeking a skilled food preparer who can ensure quality standards in cooking and food preparation. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of related experience and must be able to work effectively under pressure. Responsibilities include preparing meals, assisting management with staff training, and ensuring safety protocols are followed. This is a great opportunity in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of related work experience in food preparation.
• Ability to handle food safely and effectively.
• Must demonstrate teamwork and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare special meals and regulate oven temperatures.
• Assist management in training and scheduling staff.
• Ensure adherence to safety and quality expectations.

Skills

Food preparation

Customer service

Attention to detail

Education

Technical, Trade, or Vocational School Degree

Job description

Description

POSITION SUMMARY

Prepare special meals or substitute items. Regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters. Pull food from freezer storage to thaw in the refrigerator. Ensure proper portion arrangement and food garnish. Maintain food logs. Monitor the quality and quantity of food that is prepared. Communicate assistance needed during busy periods. Inform Chef of excess food items for use in daily specials. Inform Food & Beverage service staff of menu specials and out of stock menu items. Ensure the quality of the food items. Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and food preparation checklist. Prepare cold foods.

Assist management in hiring, training, scheduling, evaluating, counseling, disciplining, and motivating and coaching employees; serve as a role model. Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures; report maintenance needs, accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager; complete safety training and certifications. Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional; maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect company assets. Anticipate and address guests' service needs. Speak with others using clear and professional language. Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others; support team to reach common goals; listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of other employees. Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards. Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time. Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping. Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 25 pounds without assistance. Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION

• Education: Technical, Trade, or Vocational School Degree.
• Related Work Experience: At least 3 years of related work experience.
• Supervisory Experience: No supervisory experience.
• License or Certification: None

Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer, believes in hiring a diverse workforce, and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.