About Us
A little curiosity fuels our soul for adventure and experiences. So, at Hotel Indigo ®, we do more than satisfy our guest’s curiosity, we inspire them. Our passionate colleagues help create memorable and unique experiences for our guests; in a place truly connected to the local neighbourhood, infused with intriguing design and local flavours. Every day brings new discoveries, fresh ideas, and unexpected journeys.
So, just like our hotels, no two colleagues are the same. So, we’re curious about you. How will you inspire the eclectic rhythm in our hotels? How will you bring the local neighbourhood story to life? At Hotel Indigo® hotels, we’re excited to meet spirited characters who can delight the most curious guests.
Situated at 2,000m above sea level on the edge of the canyon in Jabal Akhdar, you will find a lifestyle property with 172 keys including penthouse suites and cliff side pool villas, the best spa in Oman spread over 2,200sq, plus great food and beverage concepts. We are a destination.
Are you ready to join our pre-opening team to lay the foundations for us to disrupt and build a culture that changes the stay experience complimented by views that will leave everyone in awe!
Your Day to Day:
1. Kitchen Operations:
- Assist the Executive Chef in planning and directing food preparation.
- Oversee kitchen operations during the Executive Chef’s absence.
- Supervise the kitchen staff to ensure quality, consistency, and timely delivery of food.
- Ensure all food served meets Hotel Indigo’s standards of quality and presentation.
2. Menu Development:
- Assist in the creation and innovation of seasonal menus, taking into account current culinary trends, guest preferences, and local culture.
- Ensure menus reflect the unique Indigo brand identity, with a focus on local and fresh ingredients.
- Implement food promotions and special events in collaboration with the Executive Chef.
3. Food Safety and Hygiene:
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment according to IHG and local health regulations.
- Ensure proper food storage, rotation, and handling practices are followed.
- Regularly conduct kitchen inspections and ensure compliance with hygiene and safety standards (HACCP or equivalent).
4. Cost Control:
- Monitor food costs, portion control, and waste management to ensure profitability.
- Assist in ordering and inventory management to maintain appropriate stock levels.
- Work closely with suppliers to source fresh, high-quality ingredients.
5. Staff Management and Training:
- Train and mentor kitchen staff to maintain high standards of food preparation, cleanliness, and teamwork.
- Help in recruiting and evaluating kitchen staff, ensuring performance reviews and development plans are in place.
- Ensure the team adheres to all IHG brand standards and local regulations.
6.Guest Experience:
- Engage with guests as needed to ensure feedback is taken into account and incorporated into future menus.
- Work with front-of-house staff to ensure a seamless guest dining experience.
- Address any issues or guest complaints related to food quality, presentation, or service promptly.
7.Collaborative Culture:
- Uphold the Indigo brand’s ethos of celebrating local culture, innovation, and uniqueness in food offerings.
- Collaborate with other departments, such as events and catering, to ensure cohesive service delivery.
- Maintain a positive and cooperative working environment within the kitchen team and across other departments.
What we need from you:
How do I deliver this?
We genuinely care about people, and we show this through living out our promise of True Hospitality each and every day. It’s what connects every colleague in all IHG® hotels.
Each IHG® hotel brand delivers True Hospitality in its way, and at the heart of it all are specific, core service skills.
There’s so much more to the job than we can capture here. It’s simply about creating great experiences, doing the right thing, and understanding people.
