Commis de Cuisine

InterContinental Hotels Group; George Town; On-site; MYR 67,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

InterContinental Hotels Group is seeking a kitchen team member in Malaysia to support basic food preparation, follow standardized recipes, and maintain cleanliness and safety in line with IHG standards.

You will collaborate with departments, manage stock, and contribute to food quality through continuous improvement and seasonal menu development. This role involves guest interaction and ensuring top-notch hospitality in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Basic culinary training or certification is preferred.
• Previous kitchen experience is an advantage but not essential.
• Willingness to learn and develop culinary skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with basic food preparation and cooking as directed.
• Follow standardized recipes, portion control, and kitchen procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of workstations and equipment.
• Comply with IHG standards, HACCP, and local health regulations.
• Assist in receiving, storing, and rotating stock (FIFO).
• Use kitchen equipment safely and report any defects or safety issues.
• Support the kitchen team to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Maintain department consistency through quality of raw and processed ingredients; manage costs and expenses.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Stewarding and Hygiene regarding Fire Life Safety, equipment upkeep, and Hygiene Program to meet IHG standards.
• Contribute to the IHG Hotels Food Library and conduct masterclasses to enhance quality.
• Plan daily/weekly/monthly with your team and delegate tasks accordingly.
• Run a cost-effective operation while upholding IHG standards and food philosophy.
• Create unique seasonal identities for food offerings to meet guest needs.
• Ensure meals align with InterContinental Distinction Service Behaviors and IHG standards.
• Aim to provide the highest quality food to guests.
• Meet with potential event guests for menu planning and discussions; engage daily with guests in outlets.

Skills

Basic food handling

Hygiene and safety

Teamwork

Fast-paced environment

Education

Culinary training/certification

Job description

Your day to day

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with basic food preparation and cooking as directed.
• Follow standardized recipes, portion control, and kitchen procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of workstations and equipment.
• Comply with IHG standards, HACCP, and local health regulations.
• Assist in receiving, storing, and rotating stock (FIFO).
• Use kitchen equipment safely and report any defects or safety issues.
• Support the kitchen team to ensure smooth daily operations.

• Maintain your department's consistency through the continuous improvement of the quality of raw and processed ingredients, as well as all relevant costs and expenses.
• To collaborate directly with all support departments—Engineering, Stewarding, and Hygiene—regarding the maintenance of the hotel's Fire Life Safety Program, equipment upkeep, and Hygiene Program to meet the highest IHG standards.
• Actively contribute to the IHG Hotels Food Library and hold regular masterclasses within the team to continuously enhance quality.
• Daily, weekly, and monthly planning with your team while delegating skill-based tasks to the appropriate team members.
• To run a cost-effective operation, maximizing product quality and profitability while upholding IHG standards and food philosophy.
• Establish unique seasonal identities for the food and ensure that these offerings fulfill our IHG Guests' needs.
• Ensures customer satisfaction in accordance with the InterContinental Distinction Service Behaviors, the Strategic Brand Pillars, and the relevant service standards of the IHG Brand.
• He must ensure that all food offerings at the resort are the most attractive and flavorful possible so that we consistently provide the highest quality food to our guests.
• I personally meet with potential event guests for menu planning and discussions. I interact with IHG guests daily in outlets and create meaningful relationships.
• Personally, I monitor and follow through on VIP guests' and special dietary requirements.

Qualifications

• Basic culinary training or certification preferred.
• Previous kitchen experience an advantage but not essential.
• Willingness to learn and develop culinary skills.

Skills & Competencies

• Basic food handling knowledge
• Good hygiene and safety awareness
• Teamwork and positive attitude
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment