Garde Manger Chef

About the role

AccorHotel is seeking a Garde Manger Chef to lead the cold kitchen operations at its Makkah property. The role involves preparing, presenting and managing all cold dishes, salads, charcuterie and buffet displays while ensuring strict food safety standards.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and present all Garde Manger items according to recipes, hotel standards and HACCP guidelines.
• Manage daily menu, buffet, banquet and à la carte cold dishes, ensuring timely service and portion control.
• Maintain hygiene, personal grooming and workstation cleanliness, including proper storage, labeling and temperature control.
• Coordinate with other kitchen sections and inform Sous Chef of required ingredients for the next day.

Required profile

• Diploma or degree in Culinary Arts or related field.
• 4–6 years of culinary experience, preferably in luxury hotels or upscale restaurants.
• Strong knowledge of cold kitchen preparation, salads, dressings, appetizers, charcuterie and buffet presentation.
• Understanding of HACCP or equivalent food safety standards.

Required skills

• HACCP food safety compliance
• Cold kitchen preparation techniques
• Salad and dressing formulation
• Charcuterie and appetizer plating
• Buffet display design