Based at InterContinental Muscat, The Junior Sous Chef will be responsible for supporting the day to day running of Kitchen Colleagues and assist the Executive Chef/ Sous Chef in achieving and maintaining company standards
A little taste of your day-to-day:
Every day is different, but you’ll mostly be:
- Maintain the required level of hygiene standards as laid down both legally and in the IHG Standards manual.
- Maintain your personal equipment used to fulfil your job i.e. knives, shoes to the required Standards.
- With the overall guidance of the Executive Chef/ Sous Chef, be responsible for the day-to-day running of the Banquets Kitchen operations
- On a daily basis check with the function sheets and liaise with the Sous Chef, Ex. Sous Chef / Ex Chef’, Banquets and Conventions and Banquets team on the duties needed to be carried out that day.
- Participate in pre-function meetings with the Banquets, Food and Beverage plus Conventions and Banquet teams in the presence of the Event Organizers.
- Coordinate mis-en-place, buffet set ups, timings, food presentations, buffet kitchen attendants & supervising buffet refilling process
- Reinforce and ensure a smooth and strong working relationship with F&B Banquets supervisors
- Attend daily F&B briefings when on duty and cascade relevant information.
- Assist the Ex. Sous Chef / Ex Chef in the maintaining of food costs through control in wastage, purchasing, storing and portion control.
- Under the overall guidance of the Executive Chef/ Sous Chef, carry out training as needed.
What We need from you:
- Excellent culinary skills and knowledge of international and regional cuisines
- Experience in food preparation and recipe development
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends
- Diploma or Vocational Certificate in Culinary Skills or related field
- 3 years' experience as a chef including at least 2 years in similar positions or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
What you can expect from us:
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 a full uniform, impressive room discounts and some of the best training in the business.
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. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
IHG 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.
