Chef de Partie InterContinental Suites Hotel

InterContinental Hotels Group; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated culinary professional to join their team. This role involves assisting in the planning and production of high-quality meals, ensuring that guests receive exceptional dining experiences. The ideal candidate will have a passion for food preparation and a commitment to teamwork, working alongside experienced culinary staff. This is an exciting opportunity to grow within a globally recognized luxury hotel brand, where you can showcase your culinary skills and creativity. If you are ready to take the next step in your culinary career and thrive in a dynamic environment, we invite you to apply and become part of an inspiring team.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a cook or equivalent food preparation experience.
• Ability to lift items up to 50 pounds and handle food safely.

Responsibilities

• Assist in kitchen operations, ensuring quality food preparation and minimizing waste.
• Promote teamwork and communication with other departments.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Communication Skills

Mathematical Skills

Food Handling

Education

High School Diploma

Culinary Arts Degree or Certificate

Tools

Kitchen Equipment

Job description

Hotel: Suites Hotel Cleveland (CLEHB), 8800 Euclid Avenue, 44106

Assist with the planning, ordering or production of food items pertaining to the respective section(s) of the food and beverage outlet or kitchen. Prepare meals in accordance with portion and quality standards.

At Intercontinental Hotels we want our guests to relax and be themselves which means we need team members to:

• Be you – by being natural, professional and personable in the way you are with people
• Get ready – by taking notice and using your knowledge so that you are prepared for anything
• Show you care – by being thoughtful in the way you welcome and connect with guests
• Take action – by showing initiative, taking ownership and going the extra mile

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

FINANCIAL RETURNS

• Provide instruction to less experienced culinary staff. Check the methods of preparation, portion sizes, and timeliness of food preparation; control food usage to minimize waste.
• Assist in the supervision of day-to-day operation of the kitchen as needed; check the methods of preparation, portion sizes, and timeliness of food preparation; control food usage to minimize waste.

PEOPLE

Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other departments. Key departmental contacts include Sales and Marketing, Catering, Banquets, Maintenance, and Guest Services.

GUEST EXPERIENCE

Prepare batch recipes, cold food items and assist in all kitchen activities to ensure that guests receive high quality food items in a timely manner. Coordinate the smooth service and relation to the pass and pick-up of food.

RESPONSIBLE BUSINESS

• Assist in determining the minimum and maximum stocks of all food, material and equipment.
• Assist in creating and testing new recipes and menu design.
• Assist in inspecting the cleanliness of the line floor and all kitchen stations. Maintain and strictly abide by proper storage procedures and state sanitation and health regulations. Notify Maintenance of any needed repairs.
• May serve as Sous Chef in his/her absence as required.
• May assist with other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

High school diploma or equivalent, plus two years of experience as a cook, or equivalent combination of education and food preparation experience. Degree or certificate in culinary arts preferred.

This job requires ability to perform the following:

• Carrying or lifting items weighing up to 50 pounds
• Moving about the kitchen
• Handling food, objects, products and utensils
• Bending, stooping, kneeling

Other:

• Communication skills are utilized a significant amount of time when interacting with other culinary staff, wait staff, and guests.
• Mathematical skills, including basic math, budgeting, profit/loss concepts, percentages, and variances are utilized frequently.
• Reading and writing abilities are utilized often when giving and receiving instructions and preparing recipes.
• Alcohol awareness certification and/or food service permit or valid health/food handler card as required by local or state government agency.
• May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays.

The statements in this job description are intended to describe the essential nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be ALL responsibilities or qualifications of the job.

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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