Job description
Role Overview
Junior Sous Chef - Chinese Cuisine at Marriott, available to candidates of Chinese nationality.
Company Overview
Sheraton Hotels & Resorts is part of Marriott International's global portfolio of brands. Since 1937, Sheraton has been a gathering place in more than 400 communities worldwide, creating a sense of belonging through engaging experiences and thoughtful service.
Role Purpose
Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality standards, and presentation standards while assisting management with team development and ensuring adherence to food quality and safety protocols.
Key Responsibilities
Food Preparation & Cooking
- Prepare special meals or 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.
- Regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters.
- Pull food from freezer storage to thaw in the refrigerator.
Quality & Inventory Management
- 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 & Service
- 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 & Staff Management
- 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 & 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.
Additional Duties
- Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.
Qualifications & Experience
- Education: Technical, Trade, or Vocational School Degree.
- Related Work Experience: At least 3 years of related work experience.
- Supervisory Experience: None required.
- License or Certification: None required.
Skills & Competencies
- Food preparation and cooking according to quality standards.
- Temperature regulation of cooking equipment.
- Portion control and food presentation.
- Food safety and storage procedures.
- Inventory and food log management.
- Clear and professional communication.
- Team collaboration and relationship-building.
- Physical capability to stand, sit, or walk for extended periods.
- Physical capability to reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping.
- Ability to move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing 25 pounds or less without assistance.
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 actively fosters an environment where the unique backgrounds of associates are valued and celebrated.