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The Garde Manger (French for "keeper of the food") is responsible for overseeing the preparation and presentation of cold dishes in the kitchen. This position is crucial for managing the cold kitchen, which includes salads, charcuterie, appetizers, and sometimes desserts. A Lead Cook in Garde Manger is in charge of managing the preparation and presentation of cold foods, from salads and appetizers to charcuterie and dressings. They need to be creative, organized, and knowledgeable about food safety and culinary techniques related to cold dishes. They also need to work well with other kitchen staff and have a keen eye for detail when it comes to both taste and presentation.
Job Responsibility:
Cold Food Preparation
Station Management
Quality Control and Presentation
Inventory and Stock Management
Food Safety and Sanitation
Collaboration with Other Kitchen Staff
Managing Special Diets and Dietary Restrictions
Creative Input and Menu Development
Managing Service During Peak Hours
Creativity in Presentation
Requirements:
Overseeing the preparation and presentation of cold dishes
Managing the cold kitchen
Prepares a variety of cold salads, garnishes, and fresh ingredients
Makes cold dressings, sauces etc.
Prepares cold appetizers, such as pâtés, terrines, foie gras, smoked fish, ceviches, and marinated vegetables
Prepares cured meats, sausages, and pâtés
Responsible for the operation of the cold kitchen station
Keeps the garde manger station well-organized
Oversees the preparation of ingredients in advance
Ensures all cold dishes meet the Stadium’s standards for taste, texture, and appearance
Focuses on the artistic presentation of cold dishes
Adds garnishes to cold dishes
May be involved in ordering cold items and maintaining inventory levels
Keeps track of portion sizes and ingredients to reduce waste
Ensures that all cold items are stored at the appropriate temperatures
Maintains cleanliness at the garde manger station
Takes extra care to avoid cross-contamination
Works closely with the sous chef or executive chef
Communicates with other kitchen staff
Often trains junior cooks and prep cooks
May be responsible for making adjustments to dishes to accommodate specific dietary needs or restrictions
Works with the chef to ensure that any special requests or substitutions are handled properly
May have the opportunity to contribute ideas for new cold dishes, seasonal offerings, or changes to the menu
Often experiments with new cold food techniques like smoking, pickling, fermenting, and curing
Ensures that cold dishes are prepared and plated efficiently during service
Manages the timing of cold dishes
Needs to be particularly creative in presenting the food in an aesthetically pleasing way