Chef de Partie (Full Time) - InterContinental Houston

divh2Job Title/h2pAssist with 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./ph3Job Overview/h3pAt InterContinental Hotels Resorts we want our guests to feel special, cosmopolitan and In the Know which means we need you to:/pulliBe charming by being approachable, having confidence and showing respect./liliStay in the moment by understanding and anticipating guests needs, being attentive and taking ownership of getting things done./liliMake it memorable by being knowledgeable, sharing stories and showing your style to create moments that make people feel special./li/ulh3Duties and Responsibilities/h3pFinancial Returns/pulliProvide instructions to less experienced culinary staff. Check the methods of preparation, portion, sizes, and timeliness of food preparation; control food usage to minimize waste./liliAssist 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./li/ulpPeople/pulliPromote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other departments. Key departmental contacts include Sales Marketing, Catering, Banquets, Maintenance, and Guest Services./li/ulpGuest Experience/pulliPrepare 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./li/ulpResponsible Business/pulliAssist in determining the minimum and maximum stocks of all food, material and equipment./liliAssist in creating and testing new recipes and menu design./liliAssist in inspecting the cleanliness of the line floor and all kitchen stations. Maintains and strictly abide by proper storage procedures and state sanitation and health regulations. Notify Maintenance of any needed repairs./liliMay serve as Sous Chef in his/her absence as required./liliMay assist with other duties as assigned./li/ulh3Qualification and Requirements/h3pHigh 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./ppThis job requires ability to perform the following:/pulliCarrying, or lifting items weighing up to 50 pounds/liliMoving about the kitchen/liliHanding food, objects, products and utensils/liliBending, stooping, kneeling/li/ulpOther:/pulliCommunication skills are utilized a significant amount of time when interacting with other culinary staff, wait staff, and guests./liliMathematical skills, including basic math, budgeting, profit/loss concepts, percentages and variances are utilized frequently./liliReading and writing abilities are utilized often when giving and receiving instructions and preparing recipes/liliAlcohol awareness certification and/or food service permit or valid health/food handler card as required by local or state government agency./liliMust be able to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays/li/ulh3What We Offer/h3pWe give our people everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life including an impressive room discount and some of the best training in the business./ppThe hourly pay rate for this Hourly role is $23.00. This rate is only applicable for jobs to be performed in Houston, Texas./ppWe offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401k, and many other benefits to eligible full-time employees./p/div