Casual Demi Chef de Partie - London Marriott Hotel Canary Wharf

POSITION SUMMARY

Prepare meals in accordance with portion and quality standards specified in recipes. Control food usage to minimize waste. At Marriott we want our guests to feel special, cosmopolitan and In the Know which means we need you to:

• Be charming by being approachable, having confidence and showing respect. 
• Stay in the moment by understanding and anticipating guests’ needs, being attentive and taking ownership of getting things done. 
• Make it memorable by being knowledgeable, sharing stories and showing your style to create moments that make people feel special. 

No matter what position you are in, there are a few things that are critical to success – creating a safe workplace, following company policies and procedures, upholding quality standards, and ensuring your uniform, personal appearance, and communications are professional. Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards, develop and maintain positive working relationships with other employees and departments, support team to reach common goals, and listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of other employees. Report accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager. Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

CRITICAL TASKS

General Kitchen  

• Prepare and cook orders for daily operations. 

• Advise supervisor of low inventory items; assists in receiving items and taking inventory as required. 

• Maintain sanitation and cleanliness standards in the kitchen area that meet or exceed the state and local Health Board inspection and Marriott requirements. 

• Maintain a clean, neat and well-organized work area, including but not limited to reach-ins, walk-ins and counters. Reports all unsafe or malfunctioning equipment to supervisor. 

• May assist by performing ware washer or other kitchen duties as needed. 

• Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other departments. Key departmental contacts include Sales and Marketing, Catering, Banquets, Outlets, Maintenance, and Guest Services. May occasionally interact directly with guests. 

• May assist with other duties as assigned. 

• Adheres to all Food Safety management principles. Ensures that all health and safety practises are continually maintained and reported., that all documentation is correctly filled in and recorded 

• Ensures that all standards in production of food items within the departments are maintained and consistent. This can be assisted through effective training of other employees 

• Prepares, cooks, serves and stores the following dishes:

  o Appetizers, Savories, Salads and Sandwiches

  ▪ Applies organization skills for mise en place o Sauces 

  ▪ Produces hot and cold sauces for menu items ensuring consistency 

  o Eggs, Vegetables, Fruit, Rice and Farinaceous Dishes 

  o Poultry and Game dishes 

  o Meat dishes 

  ▪ meat marinades 

  ▪ carve meats o Fish and shell fish

  ▪ sauces for fish and shell fish 

  ▪ garnishing techniques and methods of service for fish 

  o Plates and Terrines 

  ▪ Prepares pastries for pate en croute 

  o Buffet Food 

  ▪ Prepares and presents food for buffets 

  ▪ Prepares and presents desserts for buffets 

  ▪ Stores buffet items 

  o Plated meals 

  ▪ Prepares and presents food for plating 

  ▪ Stores plated menu for service and reheating

Kitchen Tools & Equipment

• Use kitchen tools safely and appropriately, including using appropriate tools to open cartons, boxes, and cans; keeping knives sharpened; using proper knife handling procedures; using correct knives for particular food item or specific task; using dry pads when moving hot material; and engaging all appropriate safety devices prior to operating equipment. 

• Use measuring tools (for example, scale, measuring cups, measuring spoons) to precisely measure ingredients and portion sizes.

Food Preparation

• Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and food preparation checklist, establishing priority items. 

• Prepare ingredients for cooking, including portioning, chopping, and storing food before use. 

• Wash and peel (if required) fresh fruits and vegetables to prepare them for cooking or consumption. 

• Test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently, using methods such as tasting, smelling, or piercing them with utensils. 

• Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients according to recipes or personal judgment, using various kitchen utensils and equipment. 

• Monitor food quality while preparing food and throughout the day utilizing the HACCP forms and production charts.

• Prepare cold foods, including preparing salads, cold sandwiches, condiments, and dressings. 

• Ability to work on multiple kitchen sections as required, i.e. to cover sections of others, to be able to assist in preparation of food items in other sections.

Set-up

• Ensure proper portion, arrangement, and food garnish to be served to waiters or patrons, according to standards.

Banquet/Buffet

• Breakdown workstation and return and label back-up items according to proper food handling procedures.

Quality Assurance/Quality Improvement

• Comply with quality assurance expectations and standards

Physical Tasks

• Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time or for an entire work shift. 

• Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping. 

• Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 25 pounds (12kg) without assistance.

Guest Relations

• Assist other employees to ensure proper coverage and prompt guest service

Communication

• Speak to guests and co-workers using clear, appropriate, and professional language.

Working with Others

• Support all co-workers and treat them with dignity and respect. 

• Develop and maintain positive and productive working relationships with other employees and departments. Partner with and assist others to promote an environment of teamwork and achieve common goals. 

• Exchange information with other employees using electronic devices (e.g., earpieces, two-way radios, email, DECT Phones).

Safety and Security

• Report work related accidents, or other injuries immediately upon occurrence to manager/supervisor. 

• Follow company and department safety and security policies and procedures to ensure a clean, safe, and secure environment. 

• Use proper equipment, wear appropriate personal protective clothing (PPE), and employ correct lifting procedures, as necessary, to avoid injury. 

• Follow Hazardous Material Management Program procedures for handling and disposing of chemicals, fertilizer, pesticides, blood borne pathogens, etc., including using Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS). Follow further local Training requirements & Guidance. 

• Identify and correct unsafe work procedures or conditions and/or report them to management and security/safety personnel. 

• Follow policies and procedures for the safe operation and storage of tools, equipment, and machines. 

• Complete appropriate safety training and certifications to perform work tasks.

Policies and Procedures 

• Protect company tools, equipment, machines, or other assets in accordance with company policies and procedures.

• Follow company and department policies and procedures.

• Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors

CRITICAL COMPETENCIES

Interpersonal Skills

• Teamwork 

• Diversity Relations

Personal Attributes

• Safety Orientation 

• Dependability 

• Presentation 

Stock and Inventory 

• Food Storage and Rotation 

Basic Cookery

• Recipe

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education High school diploma/G.E.D. equivalent 

Related Work Experience At least 1 year of related work experience

Supervisory Experience No supervisory experience is required

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.

Marriott Hotels strive to elevate the art of hospitality, innovating at every opportunity while keeping the comfort of the oh-so-familiar all around the globe. As a host with Marriott Hotels, you will help keep the promise of "Wonderful Hospitality. Always." by delivering thoughtful, heartfelt, forward-thinking service that upholds and builds upon this living legacy. With the name that's synonymous with hospitality the world over, we are proud to welcome you to explore a career with Marriott Hotels. In joining Marriott Hotels, 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.

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