Commis Chef – Employee Cafeteria

IHG Hotels & Resorts; Doha; On-site; QAR 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary & benefits

Job summary

InterContinental Doha Beach & Spa is hiring a Commis Chef to join our Employee Cafeteria. You will assist experienced chefs, help prepare and cook meals, and support daily cafeteria operations in a luxury hotel environment.

We value a passion for cooking, a willingness to learn, basic food safety knowledge, and strong teamwork. Prior kitchen experience is an advantage; professional culinary qualifications are preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen or cafeteria experience is an advantage but not required.
• Passion for cooking and eagerness to learn and develop culinary skills.
• Basic knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices.
• Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and ability to work under pressure.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Willingness to work across different kitchen and cafeteria stations.
• Professional culinary qualification is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and cooking of food in line with cafeteria menu, recipes and kitchen standards.
• Ensure food is prepared in a safe, clean and organized environment.
• Follow instructions from senior kitchen staff and support day-to-day cafeteria operations.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation and taste.
• Help manage inventory and monitor freshness of ingredients.
• Adhere to food safety and hygiene guidelines.
• Assist with setup and breakdown of kitchen stations and equipment.
• Support smooth and efficient cafeteria service.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Able to work under pressure

Flexibility

Passion for cooking

Education

Professional culinary qualification (preferred)

Job description

About Us

As the world's largest family of luxury hotels, we all take great pride in being genuine ambassadors of the InterContinental® brand.

About Us

As the world's largest family of luxury hotels, we all take great pride in being genuine ambassadors of the InterContinental® brand.

Shaped by decades of international know-how and local insights, our passion for luxury travel spans cultures and customs. Inspiring us to create warm and sophisticated experiences for those seeking a richer perspective on the world. Each of our hotels cultivates a distinctive style and ambience where we embrace every opportunity to give our guests a personal and enriching experience.

If you'd like to embrace a wider world of experiences and opportunities, we'd like to welcome you to the world's most international luxury hotel brand.

Located on Doha's longest private beach and nestled in landscaped gardens, the InterContinental Doha Beach & Spa features 12 restaurants, a range of recreational facilities, a free-form swimming pool, and the world-class Spa InterContinental.

Situated in an exclusive location, minutes from downtown Doha and major government and corporate offices and within minutes to the Doha Exhibition and Convention Centre, City Center Mall, and Doha Golf Club, our properties offer distinctive surroundings which will forever redefine luxury.

Your Day to Day

As a Commis Chef – Employee Cafeteria, you will work closely with experienced chefs and the cafeteria team to assist in the preparation and cooking of high-quality meals for our colleagues. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a passion for food and hospitality who is looking to develop their culinary knowledge and skills in a world-class hotel environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and cooking of food in accordance with the cafeteria menu, recipes, and kitchen standards.
• Ensure that food is prepared in a safe, clean, and organized environment.
• Follow instructions from senior kitchen staff and assist with the day-to-day operation of the employee cafeteria kitchen.
• Ensure high standards of food quality, presentation, and taste.
• Help maintain inventory levels and monitor the freshness and quality of ingredients.
• Adhere to all food safety and hygiene guidelines, ensuring a safe and hygienic working environment.
• Assist with the setup and breakdown of kitchen stations, serving areas, and equipment.
• Support the team in maintaining a smooth and efficient cafeteria service.
• Assist with the preparation of meals and food items according to daily requirements and expected colleague numbers.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of work areas, equipment, and storage areas throughout the shift.
• Work cooperatively with the cafeteria team to ensure meals are prepared and served on time.

What We Need From You

• Previous experience in a kitchen or cafeteria environment is an advantage, but not essential.
• A passion for cooking and an eagerness to learn and develop culinary skills.
• Basic knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices.
• Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and the ability to work well under pressure.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Flexibility and willingness to work across different kitchen and cafeteria stations.
• A professional culinary qualification is preferred but not required.

What We Offer

We'll reward all your hard work with competitive salary and benefits.

Join us and you’ll become part of the global IHG family – and like all families, all our individual team members share some winning characteristics. As a team, we work better together – we trust and support each other, we do the right thing and we welcome different perspectives. You need to show us you care: that you notice the little things that make a difference to guests as well as always looking for ways to improve - visit www.careers.ihg.com to find out more about us.

So go on - show us how your passion and personality are the perfect fit to deliver memorable experiences to our guests.