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Summary: Culinary duties involving preparing special meals and substitutes, monitoring the quality and quantity of prepared food, and supporting management in hiring, training, and evaluating staff. Highlights: 1. An environment that enables creativity, thoughtfulness, and compassion 2. Creating extraordinary experiences that remain unforgettable to guests 3. Delivering the highest level of attentiveness and comfort **Additional Information** **Job Number**26017909 **Job Category**Food and Beverage \& Culinary **Location**Penha Longa Resort, Estrada da Lagoa Azul Linho, Sintra, Portugal, Portugal, 2714\-511 **Schedule**Full Time **Located Remotely?**N **Position Type** Non\-Management Position Overview Prepare special meals and substitutes. Adjust temperatures of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters. Retrieve food from freezers and thaw it in refrigerators. Portion and plate food appropriately. Maintain food records. Monitor the quality and quantity of prepared food. Communicate support needs during peak periods. Inform chefs of leftover ingredients for use in daily changing menus. Notify food and beverage service staff of special or out-of-stock menu items. Ensure ingredient quality. Prepare food according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and cooking checklists. Prepare cold food. Support management in hiring, training, scheduling, evaluating, counseling, disciplining, motivating, and coaching staff, serving as a role model. Comply with all company safety and security policies and procedures. Report maintenance needs, accidents, injuries, and hazardous working conditions to managers. Ensure uniforms and personal appearance are clean and professional. Anticipate and respond to guest service needs; communicate clearly and professionally with others. Listen to fellow employees’ concerns and respond appropriately; ensure expected quality and standards are consistently upheld. Frequently stand, sit, walk, bend, twist, pull, squat, and reach overhead and below knee level. Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing up to 25 pounds unassisted. Perform other appropriate duties as requested by supervisors. Perform other reasonable duties as required by management. Preferred Qualifications Education: Technical, trade, or vocational school degree. Related Work Experience: Minimum of 3 years of related work experience. Supervisory Experience: None. Licenses or Certifications: None *Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer committed to welcoming and providing opportunity to all, regardless of background. We actively foster an inclusive environment where each associate’s background is valued and respected. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of cultures, talents, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to eliminating discrimination on any basis, including disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.* Our staff creates extraordinary experiences that remain unforgettable to guests long after their stay at over 100 award-winning hotels and resorts worldwide. The Ritz-Carlton brings together world-class hospitality professionals who create lifelong memories—and believes that anyone can succeed when provided with an environment that fosters creativity, thoughtfulness, and compassion. We take pride in representing rare and exceptional luxury service globally and in delivering the highest level of attentiveness and comfort to our guests. The role of those who work here is to ensure that The Ritz-Carlton’s “Gold Standards” are delivered elegantly and sincerely every day. The Gold Standards form the foundation of The Ritz-Carlton and serve as our guiding principles in striving daily to make each day better than the last. The Ritz-Carlton’s global leadership position in luxury hospitality stems from this foundation—and from our belief that corporate culture drives success. As a member of our team, you will learn and embody the Gold Standards—including our Promise to Employees, Creed, and Service Values. Simultaneously, we commit to providing opportunities and an environment where you can take pride in your work and colleagues. Joining The Ritz-Carlton means becoming part of Marriott International’s portfolio of brands. **Do your best work**, **achieve your goals**, join an outstanding global team, and become the best version of yourself.