Job Description

ABOUT US

At InterContinental® Hotels & Resorts our role is to put the glamour into international travel. That’s where you come in. When you’re part of the InterContinental Hotels & Resorts brand, you’re more than just a job title.

At InterContinental Hotels & Resorts we look for people who are charming, confident, and internationally minded; people who know what it takes to exceed guest expectations.

Be yourself and at the centre of it all. Located in the heart of the entertainment and business districts in downtown Toronto, InterContinental Toronto Centre currently has an opening for a Full-Time Chef de Partie. If you are passionate about hospitality and take pride in offering exceptional service, we would love to have you be a part of the IHG team! Our colleagues continue to aim higher and show they care about our guests and each other to ensure we achieve our goal of creating great hotels guests love.

YOUR DAY TO DAY

Assist with the 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.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in creating and testing new recipes and menu design.

• Assist in inspecting the cleanliness of the line floor and all kitchen stations. Maintain and strictly abide by proper storage procedures and provincial sanitation and health regulations. Notify Maintenance of any needed repairs.

• Assist in determining the minimum and maximum stocks of all food, material and equipment.

• Provide instruction to less experienced culinary staff. Check the methods of preparation, portion, sizes, and timeliness of food preparation; control food usage to minimize waste.

• 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 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 and Marketing, Catering, Banquets, Maintenance, and Guest Services.

• May serve as Sous Chef in his/her absence as required.

• May assist with other duties as assigned.

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU

High 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

• Standing up and moving about the kitchen

• Handling food, objects, products and utensils

• Bending, stooping, kneeling

OTHER

• 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.

WHAT WE OFFER

In return for your hard work, you can look forward to a highly competitive salary and benefits package. What’s more, because your career will be as unique as you are, we’ll give you all the tailored support you need to make a great start, be involved and grow.

And because the InterContinental Hotels & Resorts brand belongs to the IHG® family of brands, you’ll also benefit from all of the opportunities that come from being part of a successful, global hospitality company with over 4800 hotels in over 100 countries around the world.

InterContinental Toronto Centre is an inclusive employer dedicated to building a diverse workforce. We are committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process for any qualified applicants under the respective provincial human rights codes. Please advise the Recruiter to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated. Any information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

Hourly rate: $34.35