Chef de Cuisine

About the role

The Chef de Cuisine will lead the kitchen team at Marriott International’s Baku location, ensuring high‑quality food preparation, presentation, and service. This full‑time position reports to the Food & Beverage manager and plays a key role in maintaining culinary standards.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate activities of cooks and kitchen workers.
• Determine food presentation, create decorative displays, and ensure proper portioning and garnish.
• Monitor food preparation quantities and inform service staff of menu specials and out‑of‑stock items.
• Prepare special meals or substitute items as needed.
• Assist cooks with various tasks and provide necessary items.
• Track and manage kitchen supply and food stock levels.
• Maintain kitchen logs for food safety programs and product specifications.
• Support management in hiring, training, scheduling, evaluating, and coaching employees.
• Follow company safety, security, and appearance policies; report incidents and complete required training.

Required profile

• Technical, trade, or vocational school degree in culinary arts or related field.
• 4 to 6 years of relevant culinary experience.
• At least 2 years of supervisory experience in a kitchen environment.
• No specific license or certification required.

Required skills