Cook I

About the Role

The Cook I position is based at Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, within the prestigious St. Regis Hotels & Resorts, part of the Marriott International portfolio. This role offers an opportunity to deliver exceptional culinary experiences by preparing meals and ensuring consistent quality and presentation standards.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare special meals or substitute dishes following recipes and quality guidelines.
• Manage and regulate cooking equipment temperatures such as ovens, grills, and broilers.
• Handle frozen food safely by transferring items from freezer to refrigerator for defrosting.
• Ensure proper portion sizes, presentation, and garnishing of dishes before service.
• Keep accurate food logs and monitor the quality and quantity of prepared food.
• Request assistance during busy periods and report surplus food items to the chef for daily specials.
• Inform the food and beverage service team about menu changes, specials, and items removed from the menu.
• Prepare cold foods and cook meals adhering to recipes, quality standards, and food preparation checklists.
• Support management with hiring, training, scheduling, evaluating, motivating, and coaching team members while acting as a role model.
• Comply fully with safety policies and procedures; report maintenance needs, accidents, injuries, and hazardous working conditions; complete required safety training and certifications.
• Maintain a clean and professional appearance and uniform, protect confidential information, and safeguard company assets.
• Anticipate and address customer service needs, communicating clearly and politely.
• Cultivate positive professional relationships, collaborate with peers to achieve team goals, listen to and appropriately respond to employee concerns.
• Adhere to quality standards and requirements rigorously.
• Be physically prepared to work standing, sitting, and moving intermittently for extended periods, including reaching, bending, twisting, lifting up to 25 pounds (11.4 kg) without assistance.
• Perform other reasonable duties as requested by supervisors.

Qualifications and Experience

• Diploma from a technical, trade, or vocational institution preferred.
• Minimum of three years of relevant work experience in culinary roles.
• No prior supervisory experience required.
• No specific certification or license mandated.

Company Commitment

Marriott International fosters a workplace that emphasizes equal employment opportunities with respect and dignity for all, celebrating the diverse backgrounds, cultures, skills, and experiences of its employees. The company prohibits discrimination on grounds protected by applicable laws, such as disability status and veteran status.

About St. Regis Hotels & Resorts

St. Regis Hotels & Resorts combines timeless charm with modern innovation, offering luxury experiences in over 50 locations worldwide. Since its founding by John Jacob Astor IV in New York in the early 20th century, the brand has maintained impeccable, personalized service by dedicated staff blending classic elegance with contemporary sensitivity and exclusive butler services. Joining St. Regis means becoming part of an international team with opportunities to excel and develop professionally, supported by the global Marriott International family.