Cook-Lead / Head Chef

About the role

The Cook‑Lead will manage daily kitchen activities at a Marriott hotel in Skopje, preparing special meals, maintaining food quality, and supporting front‑of‑house staff during busy periods.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare special meals, cold dishes and substitute items according to recipes and presentation standards.
• Regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills and roasters; pull and thaw items from freezer storage.
• Maintain food logs, monitor portion sizes, garnish presentation and overall food quality.
• Communicate menu specials, out‑of‑stock items and excess food usage to chefs and service staff.
• Assist management with hiring, training, scheduling and employee coaching as needed.
• Follow all safety, security and company policies; report maintenance issues and incidents.

Required profile

• Technical, trade or vocational school degree.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant culinary experience.
• No prior supervisory experience required.
• Ability to stand, walk or sit for extended periods and lift objects up to 25 lb.

Required skills

• Oven operation
• Grill operation
• Food preparation
• Food logging

What we offer

• Equal opportunity employment in a diverse, global hospitality brand.
• Professional development within Marriott’s international network.