Demi chef Turkish food

Sofitel; Eastern Province; On-site; SAR 40,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation provided

Transportation provided

Meal provided

Medical insurance

Job summary

Sofitel Shahd Al Madinah in Saudi Arabia is seeking an experienced Turkish cuisine cook to join our culinary team. You will prepare authentic Turkish dishes, assist senior chefs, and ensure adherence to hotel standards across presentation and portion control.

The role requires Turkish culinary skills, fluent English, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced kitchen while collaborating with a diverse team. Benefits include accommodation, meals, medical insurance, annual leave, and growth

Qualifications

• Experience in Turkish cuisine within hotels or restaurants.
• Knowledge of authentic Turkish cooking techniques and ingredients.
• Fluent English; Turkish language skills preferred.
• Culinary certification or hospitality qualification is an advantage.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Strong teamwork and time management; flexible shifts.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook Turkish dishes according to recipes and hotel standards.
• Assist the CDP in daily kitchen operations and food preparation.
• Ensure consistency in taste, presentation, and portion control.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen section.
• Monitor stock levels and assist with inventory control.
• Ensure proper storage and handling of all food items per hygiene standards.
• Assist in minimizing food wastage and maintaining cost control.
• Follow health, safety, and HACCP procedures.
• Coordinate with other kitchen and service team members.
• Assist in training junior kitchen staff when required.

Skills

Turkish cuisine experience

English fluency

Turkish language preference

Culinary certification

Teamwork

Time management

Shift work

Education

Culinary certification or hospitality qualification

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

Join us at Accor, where life pulses with passion!

As a pioneer in the art of responsible hospitality, the Accor Group gathers more than 45 brands, 5,600 hotels, 10,000 restaurants, and lifestyle destinations in 110 countries. While each brand has its own personality, where you will be able to truly find yourself, they all share a common ambition: to keep innovating and challenging the status-quo.

By joining us, you will become a Heartist because hospitality is, first and foremost, a work of heart.

At Sofitel Shahd Al Madinah our Guests experience profound spiritual luxury, a few steps away from Al Masjid Al Nabawi. Our 5-star retreat, near one of Saudi Arabia's most sacred sites, seamlessly connects local traditions with elegant French hospitality.

You will join a caring environment and a team where you can be all you are. You will be in a supportive place to grow, to fulfil yourself, to discover other professions and to pursue career opportunities, in your hotel or in other hospitality environments, in your country or anywhere in the world!

You will enjoy exclusive benefits, specific to the sector and beyond, as well as strong recognition for your daily commitment.

Everything you will do with us, regardless of your profession, will offer a deep sense of meaning, to create lasting, memorable and impactful experiences for your customers, for your colleagues and for the planet.

Hospitality is a work of heart,

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook Turkish dishes according to recipes and hotel standards.
• Assist the CDP in daily kitchen operations and food preparation.
• Ensure consistency in taste, presentation, and portion control.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the assigned kitchen section.
• Monitor food stock levels and assist with inventory control.
• Ensure proper storage and handling of all food items in accordance with hygiene standards.
• Support in minimizing food wastage and maintaining cost control.
• Follow all health, safety, and HACCP procedures.
• Coordinate effectively with other kitchen and service team members.
• Assist in training junior kitchen staff when required.

Qualifications

Requirements

• Previous experience in Turkish cuisine within hotels or restaurants is essential.
• Good knowledge of authentic Turkish cooking techniques, ingredients, and presentation styles.
• Fluent English communication skills are required; Turkish language skills will be highly preferred.
• Culinary certification or relevant hospitality qualification is an advantage.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Strong teamwork and time management skills.
• Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays.

Candidates familiar with traditional Turkish hospitality and dining standards will be highly preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary package - AED 2,500
• Language Allowance - AED 350
• Service Charge Average - AED 700
• Accommodation and transportation provided (Al Khail Gate)
• Duty meals provided
• Medical insurance provided
• Annual leave and biennial flight ticket as per company policy
• Career growth opportunities within the organization