Demi Chef

InterContinental Hotels Group; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

InterContinental Hotels Group is hiring a chef to prepare a range of dishes across our restaurant, bar, room service and banquets. You will mentor Commis Chefs and Cooks, working closely with the wider kitchen team to ensure creativity, consistency and a superb guest experience.

You will bring 2–3 years of chef experience with supervisory capability, a qualification in Commercial Cookery or Culinary Arts, and a passion for Asian-fusion cuisine.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years’ Chef experience, including supervisory responsibilities.
• Experience creating Asian-fusion cuisine essential.
• Collaborative team player with good communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and time management.
• Able to work a 24/7 roster, including weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a range of dishes across restaurant, bar, room service and banquets with creativity and consistency.
• Support and develop Commis Chefs, Cooks and Stewards under senior kitchen leadership.
• Deliver dishes to presentation standards and collaborate with Front of House for guest experience.
• Uphold hygiene, HACCP and WHS policies and maintain records.
• Coordinate with stations to ensure timely service and minimize waste.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Asian-fusion cuisine

Attention to detail

Time management

Teamwork

Flexible schedule

Education

Commercial Cookery or Culinary Arts qualification

Job description

Your day to day

The role require you to prepare a range of dishes across our restaurant, bar, room service and banquets, bringing creativity and consistency to every plate. You'll also support and develop our Commis Chefs, Cooks and Stewards, working closely with the wider kitchen team.

Every day is different, but you'll primarily be responsible for:

Culinary

• Prepare and produce high-quality food according to standard recipes, with a strong focus on Asian-fusion cuisine.
• Deliver consistently across breakfast buffet, in-room dining, a la carte dinner and conference catering.
• Bring creativity and precision to presentation, ensuring every dish reflects our culinary standards.
• Work closely with the Front of House team to deliver a seamless guest experience.

People

• Support and guide Commis Chefs, Cooks and Stewards, with direction from senior kitchen leaders.
• Inspire passion, enthusiasm and positivity in the team to drive an engaged, winning culture.
• Demonstrate technique in real time during service, keeping the section calm, focused and to standard.
• Coordinate with other stations to ensure dishes leave the pass together, covering gaps as needed.

Responsible Business

• Identify and report hazards, evaluate risks and implement control measures.
• Demonstrate sound awareness of Crisis Management, HACCP and WH&S policies, maintaining accurate records.
• Uphold hygiene, presentation and consistency standards across every service.
• Keep food and drinks stored securely, replenishing stock to minimise waste.
• Follow food safety and hotel procedures in every task you complete.

What we need from you

• Minimum 2-3 years’ Chef experience, including in a supervisory role.
• Qualification in Commercial Cookery or Culinary Arts.
• Experience creating Asian-fusion cuisine essential.
• Collaborative team player with great communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and time management.
• Able to work in a fast-paced, prioritised environment.
• Flexible to work a 24/7 roster, including weekends and public holidays.