**Additional Information** **Job Number**25196936 **Job Category**Food and Beverage & Culinary **Location**Sharq Village & Spa a Ritz-Carlton Hotel, Ras Abu Abboud Street, Doha, Qatar, Qatar, 26662 **Schedule**Full Time **Located Remotely?**N **Position Type** Management **Position Overview** An entry-level management role focused on successfully achieving daily kitchen objectives. Assists in leading staff while personally supporting all aspects of kitchen operations, including food preparation, procurement, and kitchen sanitation. This position helps ensure guest and employee satisfaction while maintaining operational budgets. **Candidate Profile** **Education and Experience Requirements** * High school diploma or equivalent (GED); 4 years of experience in kitchens, food service, or related fields. Or * Two-year degree in culinary arts, hotel and restaurant management, or a related field from an accredited college/university; 2 years of experience in kitchens, food service, or related fields. **Core Job Activities** **Ensure Food Standards and Responsibilities** * Maintain food handling and sanitation standards. * Fulfill all cooking and kitchen-related staff responsibilities during peak periods. * Supervise the preparation and production of cooked foods. * Ensure employees maintain clean and sanitary work areas. * Coordinate with restaurant and banquet departments to align service and timing for banquets/meetings and meals. * Adhere to loss prevention policies and procedures. * Strive to improve service performance. * Communicate areas requiring attention to staff and follow up to ensure understanding. * Lead shifts while personally preparing food and executing requests per required specifications. * Regularly prepare and cook, or prepare and cook for special guests or occasions, various types of food. * Supervise and coordinate the activities of prep cooks and kitchen staff. * Inspect quality of raw and cooked foods to ensure compliance with standards. * Assist in determining how dishes should be presented and execute decorative food displays. **Support Culinary Team Activities** * Supervise daily shift operations. * Ensure all staff have appropriate supplies, equipment, and uniforms. * Oversee staffing to meet guest service, operational, and financial goals. * Ensure assigned responsibilities are completed. * Participate in employee performance evaluation processes and provide feedback as needed. * Address employee issues and concerns. * Communicate performance expectations according to each position’s job description. * Participate in ongoing employee recognition programs. * Conduct training as appropriate. * Monitor employee progress toward meeting performance expectations. **Maintain Culinary Objectives** * Attend departmental meetings and consistently communicate clear, aligned messages regarding departmental goals to drive desired performance. * Support and assist in developing new menus, concepts, and promotions for restaurants and banquets. **Deliver Exceptional Customer Service** * Set a positive example for guest relations. * Handle guest inquiries and complaints, seeking supervisor assistance when necessary. * Empower staff to deliver exceptional customer service within established guidelines. **Other Responsibilities** * Report equipment failures within the department. * Procure appropriate supplies within budget and manage food and supply inventories. * Attend and participate in all relevant meetings. *Marriott International is committed to being an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all applicants, providing equal employment opportunities. We strive continuously to create a workplace that values and celebrates the unique backgrounds of our employees. The interplay of our employees’ cultures, talents, and experiences is our greatest strength. We pledge not to discriminate against any individual based on any protected characteristic, including disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.* In more than one hundred acclaimed Ritz-Carlton hotels worldwide, every employee strives to create extraordinary, unforgettable experiences for guests—enduring, timeless, and memorable. Talented professionals from around the globe gather here to craft precious moments that last a lifetime. We believe that creativity, thoughtful care, and genuine empathy are at the heart of our success. We consistently exceed industry standards and set benchmarks for luxury service—and we take pride in delivering sincere care and comfortable experiences to our guests. Your responsibility is to consistently deliver thoughtful, elegant service—upholding The Ritz-Carlton Gold Standards. The Gold Standards form the foundation of The Ritz-Carlton brand and guide us step-by-step toward excellence. It is precisely this brand foundation and cultural philosophy that has propelled The Ritz-Carlton to success and earned its reputation as a leader among global luxury hotel brands. Join The Ritz-Carlton team, learn our Employee Commitment, Credo, and Service Values, uphold the Gold Standards, and refine your skills. We promise that every employee will feel proud to choose this career path and to work alongside outstanding colleagues. Joining The Ritz-Carlton means becoming part of Marriott International’s extraordinary portfolio of brands. **Launch your journey here**, realize your personal value, **pursue** your life goals, **integrate** into an exceptional international team, and **express** your authentic self.