Demi Chef de Partie (Full Time) - InterContinental Houston

IHG • Houston, TX

12d

About The Position

JOB OVERVIEW:
Assist with 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 & Resorts® we want our guests to feel special, cosmopolitan and In the Know which means we need you to:
Be charming by being approachable, having confidence and showing respect.
Stay in the moment by understanding and anticipating guests’ needs, being attentive and taking ownership of getting things done.
Make it memorable by being knowledgeable, sharing stories and showing your style to create moments that make people feel special.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, plus two years of experience as a cook, or equivalent combination of education and food preparation experience.
• This job requires ability to perform the following: Carrying, or lifting items weighing up to 50 pounds
• Moving about the kitchen
• Handing food, objects, products and utensils
• Bending, stooping, kneeling
• 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

Nice To Haves

• Degree or certificate in culinary arts preferred.

Responsibilities

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

Benefits

• We give our people everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life – including an impressive room discount and some of the best training in the business.
• We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401k, and many other benefits to eligible full-time employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees