Junior Sous Chef - Marriott Executive Apartments Sheikh Zayed Road

Marriott International, Inc

Dubai

Full-time

26 Oct

9 Nov

Tourism and Hospitality (HoReCa)

Additional Information
Job Number26135167
Job CategoryFood and Beverage & Culinary
LocationSheikh Zayed Rd, Dubai 0, United Arab Emirates
ScheduleFull Time
**Located Remotely?**N
Position Type Management

JOB SUMMARY

Entry level management position that focuses on successfully accomplishing the daily objectives in the kitchen. Assists in leading staff while personally assisting in all areas of the kitchen, including food production; purchasing and kitchen sanitation. Position contributes to ensuring guest and employee satisfaction while maintaining the operating budget.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

Education and Experience

High school diploma or GED; 4 years experience in the culinary, food and beverage, or related professional area.

2-year degree from an accredited university in Culinary Arts, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major; 2 years experience in the culinary, food and beverage, or related professional area.

CORE WORK ACTIVITIES

Ensuring Culinary Standards and Responsibilities are Met

Maintains food handling and sanitation standards.
Performs all duties of Culinary and related kitchen area employees in high demand times.
Oversees production and preparation of culinary items.
Ensures employees keep their work areas clean and sanitary.
Works with Restaurant and Banquet departments to coordinate service and timing of events and meals.
Complies with loss prevention policies and procedures.
Strives to improve service performance.
Communicates areas in need of attention to staff and follows up to ensure follow through.
Leads shifts while personally preparing food items and executing requests based on required specifications.
Prepares and cooks foods of all types, either on a regular basis or for special guests or functions.
Supervises and coordinates activities of cooks and workers engaged in food preparation.
Checks the quality of raw and cooked food products to ensure that standards are met.
Assists in determining how food should be presented and creates decorative food displays.

Supporting Culinary Team Activities

Supervises daily shift operations.
Ensures all employees have proper supplies, equipment and uniforms.
Supervises staffing levels to ensure that guest service, operational needs and financial objectives are met.
Ensures completion of assigned duties.
Participates in the employee performance appraisal process, giving feedback as needed.
Handles employee questions and concerns.
Communicates performance expectations in accordance with job descriptions for each position.
Participates in an on-going employee recognition program.
Conducts training when appropriate.
Monitors employee's progress towards meeting performance expectations.

Maintaining Culinary Goals

Participates in department meetings and continually communicates a clear and consistent message regarding the departmental goals to produce desired results.
Supports and assists with new menus, concepts and promotions for the Restaurant outlets and Banquets.

Providing Exceptional Customer Service

Sets a positive example for guest relations.
Handles guest problems and complaints seeking assistance from supervisor as necessary.
Empowers employees to provide excellent customer service within guidelines.

Additional Responsibilities

Reports malfunctions in department equipment.
Purchases appropriate supplies and manages food and supply inventories according to budget.
Attends and participates in all pertinent meetings.

At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.

The world is a big place and Marriott Executive Apartments offers temporary housing that feels like home in the biggest and best cities for business travel across Europe, Asia, Latin America, Africa and the Middle East. Join the Marriott Executive Apartments team and help our guests adapt to a new locale and feel comfortable and cared for while living away from home. In joining Marriott Executive Apartments, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.

Food and beverage product quality managementFood quality maintenanceKitchen health and safety standardsHygiene guidelines for canteen and food areasStaff performance monitoringFacility maintenance issue reportingHospitality purchasingCustomer communicationFood plating designSetting clear expectationsCustomer complaint handlingCross-functional coordinationStaff supervisionBudget managementFood preparation hygieneKitchen staff training and mentoringTeam member evaluationFood service staff performance appraisalsBack-of-house and service area cleaningGuest complaint handling in food serviceStock orderingFood service workstation cleanlinessInternal stakeholder communicationConducting quality inspectionsBudget controlLeadership (demonstrated interpersonal skills)Kitchen quality controlFeedback deliveryIn-person customer serviceOperations coordination planningReal-time guest complaint resolutionDirect client contactShift managementInternal department liaisonTraining and mentoring staffManagerial communicationCleaning kitchen areasBack-of-house food preparationFood service inventory managementDisability Friendly