Chef de Partie

InterContinental Hotels Group; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in hospitality is seeking a dedicated culinary professional to join their kitchen team. In this dynamic role, you will play a vital part in ensuring the seamless operation of the kitchen, from organizing ingredients to crafting exquisite breakfast dishes. Your expertise in commercial cookery and passion for culinary excellence will shine as you lead and mentor a talented team. This opportunity offers a supportive environment with numerous benefits, including gym membership and employee discounts. If you are ready to take your culinary career to new heights, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Complimentary gym membership

Paid birthday leave

Health days

Employee discounts on accommodation and dining

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in a culinary role, preferably in hotels or luxury restaurants.
• Strong skills in preparing and presenting breakfast dishes.

Responsibilities

• Organizing kitchen stations and preparing a variety of breakfast dishes.
• Leading kitchen teams and mentoring junior staff.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Enthusiasm to learn

Ability to mentor junior staff

Proficiency in breakfast cuisine

Education

Commercial cookery certification

Job description

Hotel Brand: InterContinental
Location: Australia, New South Wales, Sydney

Hotel: Sydney Double Bay (SYDIC), 33 Cross Street, Double Bay, 2028

Your role, behind the scenes, will be pivotal in upholding our unwavering commitment to excellence, preserving our standards, and orchestrating the harmonious flow of our kitchen operations. Our ideal candidate would also be able to manage kitchen teams under them.

Every day is different, but you’ll mostly be:

• Organizing and setting up the station, ensuring all ingredients and equipment are readily available.
• Creating and reviewing the menu and daily specials, making sure you understand the recipes and presentation standards.
• Preparing and cooking a variety of ala carte dishes according to established recipes and guest preferences.
• Paying close attention to presentation, garnishing dishes with precision and creativity to enhance visual appeal.
• Leading the collaboration with the kitchen team and fostering a positive and productive work environment.
• Supporting and mentoring junior kitchen staff as needed, providing guidance and training to maintain a high level of performance.

What We need from you:

• Commercial cookery certification and ideally experience with a food safety system such as HACCP.
• 2 years’ experience in a full-time culinary role, preferably in a hotel or luxury restaurant environment, specializing in breakfast cuisine.
• Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, enthusiasm to learn new things, and a can-do attitude.
• Proficiency in preparing a wide range of breakfast dishes with precision and creativity.
• Willingness to support and mentor junior staff as necessary.
• Eligibility to live and work in Australia.

What you can expect from us:

We give our people everything they need to succeed. You’ll be rewarded for your hard work with a range of benefits that support you throughout your IHG career journey including:

• Complimentary membership to our hotel Gym: Fit Collective.
• Paid birthday leave and proactive health days.
• Popular hotel perks and discounts on our partner platform, and some of the best employee discounts across our IHG Hotels for accommodation, food, and beverage.

Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work.

We are proud to be part of the team at InterContinental Sydney Double Bay, and we know you will be too!

So, join us and you’ll become part of our ever-growing global family.

Who we are:

As the world’s first and most global luxury hotel brand, InterContinental Hotels & Resorts has pioneered international travel since the 1940s. We are passionate about sharing our renowned international know-how and cultural wisdom in truly impressive surroundings. We all take great pride in being genuine ambassadors of the InterContinental brand, and to be part of the brand, you will have a thirst for travel, passion for culture, and appreciation for diversity. We create inspiring experiences for those seeking a richer perspective on the world. If you’d like to embrace a world of opportunities, we’d like to welcome you to the world’s most international luxury hotel brand.

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