Demi Chef de Partie

Aloft Hotels; Dubai; On-site; AED 72,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Aloft Hotels in Dubai, UAE is seeking a Non-Management Cook to join our Food & Beverage team at East Crescent, The Palm Jumeirah. You will prepare special meals, regulate oven temperatures, ensure proper portions, and maintain food quality according to recipes and standards.

You will also assist in hiring, training, and coaching staff while adhering to safety policies and maintaining professionalism. Ideal candidates have a Technical/Vocational degree and at least 3 years of related

Qualifications

• Prepare meals according to recipes, standards and checklists.
• Maintain food logs and monitor quality and portions.
• Assist in hiring, training and coaching staff; follow safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food according to recipes and standards.
• Regulate oven and equipment temperatures.
• Inform staff of menu specials and stock items.
• Maintain professional appearance and protect company assets.

Skills

Food preparation

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Technical/Vocational degree

Job description

Additional Information

Job Number: 26138968

Job Category: Food and Beverage & Culinary

Location: East Crescent, The Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Schedule: Full Time

Located Remotely?: N

Position Type: Non-Management

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, 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

At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.

At Aloft, we aren’t your typical hotel—but we aren’t too cool for school either. We’re here to be our guests’ launching and landing pad. Whether they are taking their dog for a walk and coming back for a drink, wrapping up a day of meetings with coworkers, or they’re in town to see family, friends, or their favorite band, we offer a hub for connection to others and the area around them, with modern design and personality to boot. We’re looking for confident self-expressers who aren’t afraid to draw outside the lines. If you are someone who gets excited about the possibilities to connect with others, then Aloft Hotels is the place for you. In joining Aloft Hotels, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.