Garde Manger Chef: Cold Kitchen Expert & Plating Pro

Novotel; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Novotel Thakher Makkah seeks an experienced Garde Manger Chef to join our culinary team. You will oversee the preparation, presentation and quality of cold kitchen items, maintaining high standards of food quality, hygiene and consistency.

You will ensure recipes, presentation and portion controls are followed, support buffet setups and events, and collaborate closely with other kitchen sections to deliver timely service while upholding HACCP and hotel SOPs.

Qualifications

• Previous 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.
• Good teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Experience in hotel operations, particularly in Makkah, is an advantage.
• Culinary qualification or relevant professional training is preferred.
• Willingness to work shifts, weekends, public holidays and peak seasons.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present high-quality cold dishes, salads, appetizers, sandwiches and canapés.
• Ensure dishes follow approved recipes, presentation standards and portion controls.
• Maintain consistent quality, taste, freshness, and presentation of all dishes.
• Assist with buffet setup, events, banquets, and special functions as required.
• Ensure proper food storage, labeling, rotation and temperature control.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and hygienic workstation at all times.
• Follow HACCP, food safety, health, and hygiene standards and SOPs.

Skills

Garde Manger

Cold kitchen

Food safety

HACCP

Teamwork

Pressure handling

Education

Culinary qualification or relevant training

Job description

Novotel Thakher Makkah seeks an experienced Garde Manger Chef to join our culinary team. You will oversee the preparation, presentation and quality of cold kitchen items, maintaining high standards of food quality, hygiene and consistency.

You will ensure recipes, presentation and portion controls are followed, support buffet setups and events, and collaborate closely with other kitchen sections to deliver timely service while upholding HACCP and hotel SOPs.