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Banquet Chef InterContinental Hotel and Conference Center

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Temporary
Hourly
Internship
Consulting
Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $70.00 - $78.00
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Benefits

Paid Time Off
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Bonus Pay
Comprehensive benefits package

Job Description

InterContinental Cleveland is part of the esteemed InterContinental Hotels & Resorts brand, known globally as the first and one of the most prestigious luxury hotel chains. Established in the 1940s, InterContinental Hotels & Resorts has pioneered international travel by blending sophisticated hospitality with cultural appreciation to offer exceptional experiences to discerning travelers worldwide. Located in Cleveland, Ohio, this hotel is a hub for luxury accommodations, fine dining, and large-scale events, designed to meet the needs of both leisure and business guests. The hotel features state-of-the-art conference facilities, exquisite banquet services, and a commitment to remarkable guest experiences, all set against... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Advanced culinary training
  • Three years of experience as a chef or equivalent combination of education and culinary/kitchen operations experience
  • Degree or certificate in culinary arts preferred
  • Ability to carry or lift items weighing up to 50 pounds
  • Ability to move about the kitchen
  • Ability to handle food, objects, products, and utensils
  • Ability to bend, stoop, and kneel
  • Strong communication skills
  • Mathematical skills including basic math, budgeting, profit/loss concepts, percentages, and variances
  • Reading and writing abilities
  • Problem solving, reasoning, motivating, organizational and training abilities
  • Alcohol awareness certification and/or valid health/food handler card as required by local or state government agency
  • May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays

Job Qualifications

  • Advanced culinary training
  • Three years of experience as a chef or equivalent combination of education and culinary/kitchen operations experience
  • Degree or certificate in culinary arts preferred
  • Strong communication skills
  • Mathematical skills including budgeting and profit/loss concepts
  • Reading and writing abilities for preparing and documenting recipes
  • Problem solving and organizational skills
  • Motivating and training abilities
  • Alcohol awareness certification and/or valid health/food handler card as required by local or state government agency

Job Duties

  • Supervise activities of assigned staff, communicate goals, and assign/schedule work to ensure proper coverage
  • Communicate and enforce policies and procedures
  • Recommend and initiate disciplinary or other staffing/human resources-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
  • Develop new menu concepts
  • Prepare, test, and cost out new menu items
  • Maintain updated and accurate recipes and costing of all dishes prepared for banquet functions
  • Oversee methods of preparation, portion sizes, and timeliness of food preparation
  • Control food usage to minimize waste
  • Inspect the cleanliness of the line floor and kitchen stations
  • Maintain and strictly abide by proper storage procedures and state sanitation and health regulations
  • Notify Engineering of any maintenance and repairs needs
  • Review the following day’s menus and complete requisitions for food and supplies needed from various storerooms
  • Maintain inventory control procedures
  • Ensure that kitchen is prepared for the following day’s work
  • Ensure that all equipment is in proper operational condition and cleaned on a regular basis
  • Assist in determining minimum and maximum stocks of food, cooking supplies, and equipment
  • Assist sales, catering, and banquet staffs with banquets, parties, and other special events
  • Assist in cooking and food preparation as required
  • Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other departments
  • Interact with guests to ensure satisfaction
  • Interact with vendors to order supplies and equipment and ensure best prices and quality
  • Interact with health department and other regulatory agencies regarding safety matters and kitchen inspections
  • Perform other duties as assigned

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