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InterContinental Hotels Group

Sous Chef - InterContinental New York Barclay

InterContinental Hotels Group, Rochester, New York, United States

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Overview

Do you see yourself as Sous Chef? We are looking for someone that can cover shifts while an employee is out on leave or on vacation. What's your passion? Whether you're into sports, shopping or just reading a good book, at IHG we're interested in YOU. At IHG we employ people who apply the same amount of care and passion to their jobs as they do their hobbies - people who put our guests at the heart of everything they do. And we're looking for more people like this to join our friendly and professional team. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist in managing a single food and beverage outlet or a shift or section of food and beverage operations. Supervise kitchen employees and entry-level Culinary Staff in preparation and cooking of various food items and their garnishment and presentation. Responsible for menu planning and development and cost control. Primary duty is professional chef work and supervision of other culinary employees. Supervise activities of assigned staff, communicate goals, and assign/schedule work. Communicate and enforce policies and procedures. Recommend and initiate disciplinary or other staffing/human resource-related actions in accordance with company rules and policies. Alert management of potentially serious issues. Assist with employee selection, training and development, and performance coaching. 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. Assist sales, catering, and banquet staff with banquets, parties and other special events. Inspect the cleanliness of the line floor and all kitchen stations. Maintain and strictly abide by proper storage procedures and state sanitation and health regulations. Notify the Maintenance Department of any repairs needed. Review the following day’s menus and complete requisitions for food and supplies needed from various storerooms; maintain inventory control procedures. Maintain and enforce procedures to (1) ensure the security and proper storage of food and beverage products, kitchen inventory and equipment, (2) replenish supplies, inventory, uniforms, etc. in a timely and efficient manner, and (3) minimize waste and control costs. Assist in determining the minimum and maximum stocks of all food, material, and equipment. Assist in cooking and food preparation as required. May serve as Manager on Duty or perform other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

Basic reading, writing, and math skills and food service experience with general knowledge of restaurant operations. An alcohol awareness certification and/or food service permit or valid health/food handler cards are necessary, as required by local or state government agency. You may be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays. Carrying or lifting items weighing up to 50 pounds, moving about in the kitchen, handling food objects, products, and utensils, bending, stooping, and kneeling. WHAT WE OFFER

Salary Range: $75k - $86k annually. In return, we'll give you a competitive financial and benefits package. Hotel discounts worldwide are available, as well as access to a wide variety of discount programs and the chance to work with a great team of people. Most importantly, we'll give you the room to be yourself. So what's your passion? Please get in touch and tell us how you could bring your individual skills to IHG. IHG is an equal opportunity employer: Minorities / Females / Disabled / Veterans. No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until it is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or other form of compensation allocable to a particular employee remain in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

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