Garde Manger Chef - Cold Kitchen Expert in Luxury Hotels

Novotel; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Novotel Thakher Makkah is seeking an experienced Garde Manger Chef to lead the preparation and presentation of cold kitchen items, maintaining top quality and hygiene standards.

You will work with the culinary team to ensure consistency across salads, canapés, dressings and plated items, while supporting events and daily operations. Flexibility for shifts and peak periods is required.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Garde Manger Chef or in a similar cold kitchen position.
• Strong knowledge of cold food preparation, salads, sauces and presentation.
• Good understanding of food safety, HACCP, hygiene and sanitation standards.
• Strong attention to detail and presentation.
• Ability to work efficiently in a busy hotel kitchen environment.
• Hotel operations experience in Makkah is advantageous.
• Culinary qualification or relevant professional training is preferred.
• Flexible to work shifts, weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present high-quality cold dishes, salads, canapés and dressings.
• Ensure dishes follow approved recipes, standards and portions.
• Maintain consistent quality, taste, freshness and presentation.
• Assist with buffet setup, events and banquets as required.
• Ensure proper storage, labeling, rotation and temperature control.
• Keep workstation clean, organized and hygienic at all times.
• Follow HACCP, hygiene and hotel SOPs.
• Monitor ingredient quality and report issues to the Chef in charge.
• Minimize food waste through proper prep and storage.
• Coordinate with other kitchen sections for smooth service.
• Support the Chef de Cuisine and Sous Chef in daily operations.
• Participate in menu development and presentation improvements.

Skills

Cold kitchen knowledge

Salad preparation

Appetizer plating

Sauce preparation

Food presentation

Teamwork & communication

Education

Culinary qualification or professional training

Job description

Novotel Thakher Makkah is seeking an experienced Garde Manger Chef to lead the preparation and presentation of cold kitchen items, maintaining top quality and hygiene standards.

You will work with the culinary team to ensure consistency across salads, canapés, dressings and plated items, while supporting events and daily operations. Flexibility for shifts and peak periods is required.