Garde Manger Chef: Cold Kitchen Mastery for Hotels

NOVOTEL; Medina; On-site; SAR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Novotel Thakher Makkah is seeking an experienced Garde Manger Chef to lead cold kitchen preparations, ensuring high standards of quality, presentation and hygiene in a busy hotel environment.

You will collaborate with the culinary team on menu development, maintain HACCP compliance, and support during buffets, banquets and peak events, working shifts including weekends. Experience in hotel operations in Mecca is a plus; culinary qualification preferred.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Garde Manger Chef or in a similar cold kitchen position.
• Strong knowledge of cold food preparation, salads and presentation.
• Good understanding of food safety, HACCP, hygiene and sanitation standards.
• Ability to work under pressure in a busy hotel kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present high-quality cold dishes including salads and canapés.
• Ensure all dishes follow approved recipes and presentation standards.
• Maintain consistent quality, taste, freshness and plating.
• Assist with buffet setups, banquets and events as required.
• Ensure proper food storage, labeling, rotation and temperature control.
• Maintain a clean, hygienic workstation and follow HACCP standards.
• Coordinate with other kitchen sections to ensure timely service.
• Support Chef de Cuisine and Sous Chef with daily operations.
• Assist in menu development and new dish presentation.
• Ensure equipment and kitchen areas are cleaned and maintained.

Skills

Garde Manger experience

Cold kitchen expertise

HACCP knowledge

Education

Culinary qualification

Job description

Novotel Thakher Makkah is seeking an experienced Garde Manger Chef to lead cold kitchen preparations, ensuring high standards of quality, presentation and hygiene in a busy hotel environment.

You will collaborate with the culinary team on menu development, maintain HACCP compliance, and support during buffets, banquets and peak events, working shifts including weekends. Experience in hotel operations in Mecca is a plus; culinary qualification preferred.