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Do you see yourself as an Chef de Cuisine ? What's your passion? Whether you're into sports, shopping or karaoke, 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.

The InterContinental New York Times Square is a refreshing sanctuary from the sights and sounds of NYC. Rising 36 stories above the world-famous Times Square District, crossroads of theater, dining, entertainment and business worlds, our luxury hotel is the quintessential New York City experience. Located at 44th Street and 8th Avenue, our Times Square hotel in midtown Manhattan is within walking distance to Broadway, as well as extraordinary shopping and fabulous restaurants. With a chic Manhattan residential feel encompassing natural elements, InterContinental Times Square features 607 guestrooms and 4 suites with floor-to-ceiling windows offering stunning panoramic views of the Manhattan skyline, Hudson River and Broadway district.

Your day to day

JOB OVERVIEW:

Supervise day-to-day activities of the Sous Chefs and all other culinary personnel in the Todd English, Ca Va Kitchen to achieve compliance in food preparations, presentation, and quality. Assist with employee training and scheduling. Adhere to federal, state and local regulations concerning health, safety, or other compliance requirements, as well as brand standards and local policies and procedures. Serve as Executive Chef in his/her absence.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supervise day-to-day operations and assignments of the culinary staff, communicate goals, and assign/schedule work. Assist with the communication and enforcement of formal policies and procedures for the Restaurant and the Hotel.

Recommend and initiate salary, disciplinary, or other staffing/human resources - related actions in accordance with company rules and policies. Alert management of potentially serious issues.

Oversee methods of preparation, portion sizes, and timeliness of food preparation; control food usage to minimize waste.

Review the following days menus and complete requisitions for food and supplies needed from various storerooms; maintain inventory control procedures. Assist with the regular inventory of food and kitchen supplies; order items as necessary to maintain adequate inventory levels.

Determine the minimum and maximum stocks of all food, material and equipment for the Restaurant.

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

Assist the Executive Chef/Todd English in creating and testing new recipes and maintaining updated and accurate documentation and costing of all dishes prepared and sold in the food and beverage facilities.

Assist in developing new menus and concepts to keep up with business and industry trends.

Maintain 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) to minimize waste and control costs.

Ensure that all kitchen equipment, including but not limited to sinks, stoves, grills, hoods, coolers, freezers, etc., are in proper operational condition and are cleaned on a regular basis. Ensure that all kitchen areas and related storerooms are cleaned, mopped, and properly stocked according to anticipated business volume and in accordance with sanitation and health department requirements. Notify Engineering immediately of any maintenance and repair needs.

Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other departments. Key departmental contacts include Sales and Marketing, Catering, Restaurant Sales, Maintenance, and Guest Services. Assist Sales, Catering, Restaurant Sales, and staffs with parties and other special events.

Interact with outside contacts:
- Guests to ensure their total satisfaction
- Vendors to order supplies and equipment and ensure best prices and quality
- Health Department and other regulatory agencies regarding safety matters and kitchen inspections

May perform other duties as required.

What we need form you

Qualifications and Requirements:

Degree or certificate in culinary arts with minimum three years of experience as a Chef de Cuisine in a premier culinary setting. Strong leadership abilities are required to head up a diverse work group; excellent written and verbal communication skills are needed to lead a team of culinary professionals in a fast paced work environment. New York City experience is a plus. Candidates must possess organizational skills, experience with computerized purchasing and inventory systems, the ability to create, adapt, and implement menus to meet Company standards. Position requires flexibility with schedule in order to work nights, weekend, and holidays.

This job requires ability to perform the following:

Carrying or lifting items weighing up to 50 pounds

Moving about the kitchen

Handling food, objects, products, utensils, cutlery, and electrical kitchen equipment

Bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching, standing for prolonged periods of time

Working with Kitchen equipment that generates heat and cold

Work in areas with possible wet conditions, hot and cold conditions, and/or humidity

Other:

Communication skills are utilized a significant amount of time when interacting with others; demonstrated ability to interact with guests, employees and third parties that reflects highly on the hotel, the brand and the Company..

Reading and writing abilities are utilized often when completing paperwork and management reports, ordering and receiving inventory, and giving and receiving instructions.

Mathematical skills, including basic math, budgeting, profit/loss concepts, percentages, and variances are utilized frequently.

Problem solving, reasoning, motivating, organizational and training abilities are used often.

Alcohol awareness certification and/or food service permit or valid health/food handler card as required by local or state government agency.

Will be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays.

What we offer

In return we'll give you a competitive financial and benefits package which may include healthcare support, dental, vision, disability and life insurance support, and a matching 401k plan. 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.

Not Applicable for Colorado Applicants

Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today and let's #GoFurtherTogether.