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Chef de Partie

InterContinental Hotels Group

Houston, TX

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Budgeting, Catering Services, Communication Skills, Cook Dishes, Food Production, Food Services, Food and Beverage Industry, Hospitality and Tourism, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Local Government, Maintenance Services, Marketing, Mathematics, Menu Development, Metrics, Quality Metrics, Recipe Development, Regulations, Sales, Sanitation, State Government, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Test Plan/Schedule, Time Management, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Houston, TX
POSTED
3 days ago
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.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Financial Returns* 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.People* 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.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. 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.QUALIFICATION AND REQUIREMENTSHigh 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* Handing food, objects, products and utensils* Bending, stooping, kneelingOther:* 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.* Must be able to work nights, weekends, and/or holidaysWHAT WE OFFER: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.The hourly pay rate for this Hourly role is $23.00. This rate is only applicable for jobs to be performed in Houston, Texas.This is the starting rate we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may pay more or less than the posted rate, and the rate may be modified in the future. An employee's pay position within the pay range will be based on several factors including, but limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs.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.You can apply for this role through the link below (or through the internal career site if you are a current employee).Remarks: No amount of pay is considered wages or compensation until earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law.Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance by always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.IHG Hotels & Resorts gives every member of the team the room they need to belong, grow and make a difference in a collaborative environment. We know that to work well, we need to feel well - both inside and outside of work - and through our myWellbeing framework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace. So, join us and you'll become part of our ever-growing global family.At IHG Hotels & Resorts, we've made a promise. As one of the world's leading hotel groups, we're here to deliver True Hospitality for Good. Making our guests and colleagues feel welcome, cared for, recognized and respected - wherever they are in the world. Want to be part of the journey?

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InterContinental Hotels Group