Chef de Partie

Role Overview

Chef de Partie at Marriott. This role is based at a Marriott property and focuses on food preparation, cooking, and kitchen operations.

Role Purpose

Prepare, cook, and plate food according to recipes and quality standards. Maintain food safety, portion control, and temperature management. Support kitchen operations and communicate with management and service staff to ensure quality meals and smooth service.

Key Responsibilities

Food Preparation and Cooking

• Prepare special meals and substitute items.
• Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and food preparation checklist.
• Prepare cold foods.
• Ensure proper portion, arrangement, and food garnish.

Equipment and Temperature Management

• Regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters.
• Pull food from freezer storage to thaw in the refrigerator.

Quality Assurance and Inventory

• Monitor the quality and quantity of food that is prepared.
• Ensure the quality of the food items.
• Maintain food logs.
• Inform Chef of excess food items for use in daily specials.

Communication and Service Support

• Communicate assistance needed during busy periods.
• Inform Food & Beverage service staff of menu specials and out of stock menu items.
• Anticipate and address guests' service needs.
• Speak with others using clear and professional language.

Team Support and Leadership

• Assist management in hiring, training, scheduling, evaluating, counseling, disciplining, and motivating and coaching employees.
• Serve as a role model.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others.
• Support team to reach common goals.
• Listen and respond appropriately to the concerns of other employees.

Compliance and Safety

• Follow all company and safety and security policies and procedures.
• Report maintenance needs, accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager.
• Complete safety training and certifications.
• Ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional.
• Maintain confidentiality of proprietary information.
• Protect company assets.
• Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards.

Physical Demands

• Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time.
• 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 without assistance.
• Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.

Qualifications & Experience

• Education: Technical, Trade, or Vocational School Degree preferred.
• Related Work Experience: At least 3 years of related work experience preferred.
• Supervisory Experience: None required.
• License or Certification: None required.

Additional Information

Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law. The company welcomes all candidates and provides access to opportunity, actively fostering an environment where the unique backgrounds of associates are valued and celebrated.