Do you have a passion for creating unforgettable experiences for others? If so, we invite you to embark on a career journey like no other at InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG®)
InterContinental Residences Dubai Business Bay is nestled in the heart of Dubai's bustling business district, providing a sanctuary of tranquillity amidst the city's vibrant landmarks. Located just a short distance from the outstanding Dubai Mall and the awe-inspiring Burj Khalifa, hotels strive to provide the epitome of luxury and lifestyle filled with elegance and sophistication.
With the combination of 176 meticulously designed rooms, each offering unparalleled comfort and style, guests will be immersed in a world of grandeur. If you’d like to embrace a wider world of experiences and opportunities, we’d like to welcome you to join the team as Chef de Partie and let us help you create a career journey like no other.
As a professional in your role, your responsibilities and essential job functions will include but are not limited to:
- Prepare and cook European Mediterranean dishes to the highest culinary standards, ensuring consistency and authenticity.
- Manage a specific kitchen station (such as hot line, cold station, grill, or pastry) within both All Day Dining and In-Room Dining.
- Ensure all food is prepared in a timely manner, following recipes and presentation guidelines while maintaining excellent quality.
- Implement and execute the daily menu for All Day Dining and IRD, ensuring food is prepared, cooked, and served on time.
- Ensure dishes meet the required standards for flavor, presentation, and portion control, consistent with European Mediterranean culinary traditions.
- Regularly monitor the quality of ingredients and prepared food, maintaining consistency and excellence in every dish.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient workstation, ensuring all kitchen equipment and utensils are in good condition and ready for service.
- Take responsibility for mise en place, inventory management, and ensuring stock levels are maintained for your section.
- Assist in the ordering and stock control of ingredients, ensuring proper rotation to minimize waste and maximize cost control.
- Work collaboratively with other kitchen staff to ensure a smooth and efficient service, especially during peak hours.
- Mentor and guide junior kitchen staff, providing training and support as needed to ensure adherence to food quality standards and operational procedures.
- Communicate effectively with the Sous Chef and Head Chef to ensure coordination between All Day Dining and IRD service.
- Adhere to food safety and hygiene regulations at all times, ensuring proper food storage, handling, and sanitation in the kitchen.
- Monitor kitchen cleanliness and ensure that the workstation, equipment, and kitchen environment are regularly cleaned and sanitized.
- Follow local health and safety standards and ensure compliance with HACCP and other relevant guidelines.
- Contribute to the development of new menu items, incorporating seasonal Mediterranean European ingredients and flavors.
- Suggest improvements or innovative dishes that reflect modern trends in European Mediterranean cuisine.
- Stay updated on culinary trends and techniques to continually enhance the All-Day Dining and IRD offerings.
Ideally, you should possess some or all the following qualifications and experience:
- Proven experience as a Chef de Partie or in a similar role, preferably with experience in both All Day Dining and In-Room Dining services.
- Strong knowledge of European Mediterranean cuisine, including traditional and contemporary cooking techniques and regional specialties.
- Culinary qualification or equivalent professional experience preferred.
- Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage time effectively, especially in a high-pressure environment.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to work well in a team and interact with front-of-house staff.
- Passion for food and a commitment to maintaining high culinary standards.
- Ability to take initiative and work independently, ensuring a smooth and efficient kitchen operation.
- Ability to work flexible shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- High level of attention to detail, ensuring food quality and presentation is consistently at its best.
- Strong understanding of food safety, hygiene, and kitchen regulations.
- Creative approach to menu development, with a keen interest in Mediterranean and European culinary traditions.
- Ability to multitask and manage multiple responsibilities during service.
In return we'll give you a competitive financial and benefits package and the chance to work with a great team of people. Most importantly, we'll give you Room to be yourself.
Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate differences 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 diverse 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 are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace.
We are an equal opportunities employer.
At IHG, 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, recognised and respected – wherever they are in the world. Want to be part of the journey?
