Demi Chef de Partie | InterContinental Cascais-Estoril

A little taste of your day-to-day

Every day is different, but you’ll mostly be:

• Section Leadership: Take ownership of a designated section (e.g., sauce, pastry, garde manger), ensuring smooth and efficient operation.
• Culinary Execution and Precision: Prepare and cook menu items to exacting standards, adhering to recipes and portion control, while maintaining consistent quality and presentation.
• Ingredient Management and Stock Control: Manage stock levels within your section, ensuring proper rotation and minimizing waste.
• Hygiene and Sanitation Standards: Maintain impeccable cleanliness and hygiene within your section, adhering to and exceeding local health and safety regulations.
• Team Collaboration and Support: Work closely with other kitchen staff, providing support and guidance as needed, and ensuring seamless service flow.
• Plating and Presentation: Ensure all dishes leaving your section are presented to the highest standards, reflecting the restaurant's commitment to visual appeal.
• Assist in training of commis chefs.

What We Need From You:

• Proven Culinary Experience: Demonstrable experience working in a professional kitchen, with a solid understanding of culinary techniques and principles.
• Section Proficiency: Expertise in managing and operating a specific kitchen section.
• Culinary Skills and Knowledge: A strong understanding of cooking methods, ingredient knowledge, and flavor profiles.
• Attention to Detail and Precision: Meticulous attention to detail in all aspects of food preparation and presentation.
• Organizational and Time Management Skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently and maintain a well-organized workstation.
• Hygiene and Safety Awareness: A thorough understanding of food safety and hygiene regulations.
• Physical Stamina: Ability to lift, push, and pull objects weighing up to 50lbs (23 kg), and to stand for extended periods.
• Flexibility: Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Communication and Teamwork: Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Culinary education is a plus.

The statements in this job advert are intended to represent the key duties and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be ALL responsibilities or qualifications of the job.

What you can expect from us

We 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 a full uniform, impressive room discounts and some of the best training in the business. 

Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance. Always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

IHG gives every member of the team the room they need to belong, grow and make a difference in a collaborative environment. We know that to work well, we need to feel well – both inside and outside of work – and through our myWellbeing framework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace. 

So, join us and you’ll become part of our ever-growing global family.