Indonesian Gard manger Chef

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

Company Description

Join a hotel that is a member of the Accor network, whose group brings together more than 45 brands, 5,500 hotels, 10,000 restaurants and lifestyle destinations. Here, we believe in you and what you bring to the table. There are many opportunities for development and advancement. Every gesture, every smile, every action, contributes to creating a positive and memorable impact for our customers, our colleagues and also for our planet. Together, we embody the vision of responsible hospitality.

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Job Description

Garde Manger Chef

We are looking for an experienced and passionate Garde Manger Chef to join our Culinary Team and be responsible for the preparation, presentation, and quality of cold kitchen items while maintaining high standards of food quality, hygiene, and consistency.

Novotel Thakher Makkah

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and present high-quality cold dishes, salads, appetizers, sandwiches, canapés, dressings, and other garde manger items.
• Ensure all food is prepared according to 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 in accordance with food safety standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and hygienic workstation at all times.
• Follow HACCP, food safety, health, and hygiene standards and hotel SOPs.
• Monitor the quality and freshness of ingredients and report any issues to the Chef in charge.
• Minimize food waste through proper preparation, storage, and portion control.
• Coordinate effectively with other kitchen sections to ensure smooth and timely service.
• Support the Chef de Cuisine and Sous Chef with daily kitchen operations.
• Assist in menu preparation, new dish development, and presentation improvements when required.
• Ensure all equipment and kitchen areas are properly cleaned and maintained.
• Participate in daily briefings, training, and kitchen meetings.
• Support the team during high-occupancy periods, banquets, and special events.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Chef or management.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Previous experience as a Garde Manger Chef or in a similar cold kitchen position.
• Strong knowledge of cold food preparation, salads, appetizers, sauces, and food 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 operational deadlines.
• Experience in hotel operations, particularly in Makkah, will be considered an advantage.
• Culinary qualification or relevant professional training is preferred.
• Flexible to work shifts, weekends, public holidays, and during peak seasons.