Chef de Cuisine - JW Marriott

About the role

JW Marriott is looking for a Chef de Cuisine for its restaurant in the Arribat Center Agdal, Rabat. The position is full time and management level, and the chef is accountable for the quality, consistency and production of the kitchen. He or she coordinates menus, purchasing, staffing and food preparation, works with the team to improve guest and employee satisfaction while keeping the operating budget, and ensures sanitation and food standards are met.

Key responsibilities

• Develop, design or create new applications, ideas, relationships, systems or products for the restaurant, including artistic contributions.
• Supervise kitchen shift operations and ensure compliance with Food & Beverage policies, standards and procedures.
• Maintain food preparation, handling and storage standards, and follow proper handling and temperatures for all food products.
• Plan and manage food quantities and plating, estimate daily production needs, and prepare and cook food regularly or for special guests and functions.
• Assist in developing daily and seasonal menu items and check the quality of raw and cooked food.
• Lead and supervise cooks and kitchen staff, train them on menu items, ingredients and preparation methods, and ensure they are cross-trained.
• Manage day-to-day operations, set and support kitchen goals including budget goals, and investigate and follow up on employee accidents.
• Handle guest problems and complaints, gather guest feedback, and coach staff to deliver exceptional service.
• Participate in training, performance appraisals and hiring, and take part in relevant meetings.

Required profile

• High school diploma or GED, or a 2-year degree from an accredited university in Culinary Arts, Hotel and Restaurant Management or a related major.
• 4 years of experience in culinary, food and beverage or a related field, or 2 years of experience with a 2-year degree.