Sections of the Garde Manger (Larder) in a Five-Star Hotel
The Garde Manger (Larder) section in a five-star hotel is divided into specialized sub-sections to
ensure efficiency in handling various types of cold food preparation. Each section has specific
responsibilities, contributing to the overall functionality of the kitchen. The key sections include:
1. Salad and Cold Appetizer Section (Saladier)
📌 Responsibilities:
Prepares fresh salads, dressings, and cold sauces.
Assembles cold appetizers such as carpaccio, tartare, and ceviche.
Ensures proper washing, cutting, and storage of vegetables and greens.
📌 Common Dishes:
Caesar Salad, Greek Salad, Nicoise Salad
Bruschetta, Canapés, Smoked Salmon Tartare
2. Charcuterie Section (Charcutier)
📌 Responsibilities:
Produces and processes cold meats, sausages, terrines, pâtés, and galantines.
Prepares cured and smoked meats such as ham, salami, and chorizo.
Maintains proper aging and storage of preserved meats.
📌 Common Dishes:
Chicken Liver Pâté, Foie Gras, Duck Rillettes
Cold Cuts Platter, Terrines, Salami, Prosciutto
3. Fish and Seafood Section (Poissonier - Cold Section)
📌 Responsibilities:
Prepares and arranges cold seafood dishes.
Handles fresh and smoked seafood, including oysters, shrimp, lobster, and caviar.
Assembles seafood platters and ensures proper storage of raw seafood.
📌 Common Dishes:
Shrimp Cocktail, Smoked Salmon, Gravlax
Seafood Platters, Sushi, Sashimi
4. Hors d’Oeuvres and Canapés Section
📌 Responsibilities:
Specializes in creating bite-sized appetizers and finger foods.
Designs elegant platters for banquets and buffets.
Works on intricate food presentation techniques.
📌 Common Dishes:
Mini Quiches, Stuffed Mushrooms, Deviled Eggs
Caviar on Blinis, Smoked Salmon Canapés
5. Cold Sauce and Dressing Section (Saucier - Cold Side)
📌 Responsibilities:
Prepares and maintains cold sauces and dressings.
Ensures proper balance and consistency of flavors.
Works alongside salad and appetizer sections.
📌 Common Sauces:
Mayonnaise, Tartar Sauce, Vinaigrettes
Aioli, Rémoulade, Thousand Island
6. Cheese and Dairy Section (Fromager)
📌 Responsibilities:
Selects, stores, and arranges cheese platters.
Pairs cheeses with fruits, nuts, and condiments.
Maintains proper storage conditions for different cheese varieties.
📌 Common Cheese Varieties Used:
Brie, Camembert, Blue Cheese, Gouda
Parmesan, Mozzarella, Feta
7. Sandwich and Cold Buffet Section
📌 Responsibilities:
Assembles sandwiches, wraps, and baguettes.
Prepares ingredients for self-service buffets.
Ensures consistency in portioning and presentation.
📌 Common Dishes:
Club Sandwich, Croissant Sandwich, Panini
Cold Meat Platters, Salad Bars
8. Ice Carving and Decorative Food Display Section
📌 Responsibilities:
Specializes in crafting ice sculptures for buffets and special events.
Creates decorative fruit carvings and centerpieces.
Works closely with the banquet and event teams.
📌 Common Decorations:
Ice Carvings (Swan, Dolphin, Floral Designs)
Fruit and Vegetable Carvings
9. Larder Storage and Inventory Management
📌 Responsibilities:
Maintains proper storage of perishable and cold food ingredients.
Organizes refrigerators and cold rooms using FIFO (First In, First Out) method.
Conducts regular stock checks to prevent food wastage.