Demi Chef De Partie - Hot Kitchen

About the Role

Prepare and cook food for the hot kitchen according to recipes, quality and presentation standards, and food preparation checklists. Monitor food quality and quantity, maintain food logs, and communicate with service staff and Chef regarding specials and out-of-stock items. Assist in day-to-day kitchen operations and support the team during busy periods.

Responsibilities

• Prepare special meals or substitute items and prepare cold foods.
• Regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters; pull food from freezer storage to thaw in refrigerators.
• Ensure proper portioning, arrangement, garnish, and overall quality of food items.
• Maintain food logs and monitor quality and quantity of prepared food.
• Inform Chef of excess food items for daily specials and inform Food & Beverage service staff of menu specials and out-of-stock items.
• Communicate assistance needed during busy periods and support service needs.
• Assist management in hiring, training, scheduling, evaluating, counseling, disciplining, motivating and coaching employees; serve as a role model.
• Follow company safety and security policies; report maintenance needs, accidents, injuries, and unsafe conditions; complete safety training and certifications.
• Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional; maintain confidentiality and protect company assets.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships, support team goals, and respond appropriately to concerns of other employees.
• Perform physical tasks including standing, sitting, or walking for extended periods; reach overhead and below the knees (bending, twisting, pulling, stooping); move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects up to 25 pounds without assistance.
• Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

Qualifications

• Education: Technical, Trade, or Vocational School Degree (preferred).
• Related Work Experience: At least 3 years of related work experience (preferred).
• Supervisory Experience: No supervisory experience required.
• License or Certification: None required.

About the Company

At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability or veteran status.

Aloft Hotels offers a modern, social environment for guests and seeks confident self-expressers who enjoy connecting with others. Joining Aloft Hotels means being part of Marriott International's portfolio of brands.