Cook

InterContinental Hotels Group; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

InterContinental Hotels Group is seeking a Cook/Commis Chef to join our on-site kitchen team. You will focus on presentation, flavour and guest satisfaction, maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety throughout your shift.

Role requires strong communication, physical capability to handle heavy items, and flexibility for night, weekend, and holiday work. You will contribute to a welcoming dining experience and support the kitchen with various duties as needed.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift, push and pull heavy objects up to 50lbs (23 kg).
• Good reading, writing and basic maths skills.
• Flexible with night, weekend and holiday shifts.
• Compliant with local food handling laws and alcohol service requirements.
• Able to communicate warmly and clearly with guests and team members.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present dishes with attention to presentation and flavour.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and hygiene to meet standards.
• Monitor supplies and assist with stock control and waste reduction.
• Report unsafe equipment or shortages to supervisor.
• Assist with general kitchen duties and guest queries when needed.
• Wear the uniform with pride and follow safety procedures.

Skills

Lifting up to 50lbs

Literacy

Flexibility

Food-safety compliance

Communication

Job description

Role Purpose

Great restaurant memories come from many places. The sights, sounds, scents and as importantly the food. As Cook / Commis Chef, your passion for presentation and dedication to delivering flavour will complete each guest’s experience. By taking pride in your workspace, keeping your standards high, and giving our menu the benefit of your expertise, you’ll create some of our guests’ most lasting memories.

Key Accountabilities

• Make each meal a feast for the eyes and treat for the taste buds. With your own signature flare, you’ll turn our high standards into memorable meals for every guest.
• Own your kitchen – keep on top of supplies and equipment, and minimise waste.
• Tell your supervisor or duty manager about any unsafe equipment, low supplies or safety incidents.
• Help create a safe space by following our safety procedures and wearing necessary protective equipment.
• Be cleaner than clean – meet or exceed local cleanliness and hygiene laws.
• Help with washing up and other kitchen duties when needed.
• Give guests a better experience by helping with any queries or advice
• Wear your uniform with pride.
• Take on other ad-hoc duties when the whole team needs to pull together.

Key Skills & Experiences

• Strong – sometimes you’ll need to lift, push and pull big objects up to 50lbs (23 kg). This can involve bending and kneeling.
• Literate – you’ll need a good grasp of reading, writing and basic maths.
• Flexible – night, weekend and holiday shifts are all part of the job.
• Compliant – as well as meeting local laws on food handling and serving alcohol, you’ll be above the minimum age required and fluent in the local language.
• Articulate – a great communicator, you’ll be warm, welcoming and easy to talk to.