Banquet Chef
Job Description
<strong>About Us:<br><br></strong>As the world’s largest family of luxury hotels, we all take great pride in being genuine ambassadors of the InterContinental®️ brand. Shaped by decades of international know-how and local insights, our passion for luxury travel spans cultures and customs. Inspiring us to create warm and sophisticated experiences for those seeking a richer perspective on the world.<br><br>Phoenicia InterContinental Hotel in Beirut is looking to hire a Banquet Chef.<br><br>Overlooking the Mediterranean, the Phoenicia InterContinental hotel with 446 rooms and suites and 33 apartments, along with 4 F&B outlets, and one of the largest banquet facilities in Lebanon.<br><br><strong>A little taste of your day-to-day:<br><br></strong>Every day is different at IHG, but you’ll mostly be:<br><br>Menu Planning and Development:<br><ul><li>Collaborate with the Executive Chef and banquet sales team to create innovative and enticing banquet menus.</li><li>Design menus to accommodate various dietary preferences, cultural requirements, and special requests.<br><br></li></ul>Food Preparation and Execution:<br><ul><li>Train and supervise the banquet kitchen team, including assigning duties, monitoring performance, and providing guidance.</li><li>Maintain high standards of food safety, sanitation, and hygiene throughout the kitchen area.<br><br></li></ul>Inventory and Cost Control:<br><ul><li>Manage food inventory and ordering, ensuring optimal stock levels and minimizing wastage.</li><li>Implement cost-effective practices without compromising on food quality or guest satisfaction.<br><br></li></ul>Team Leadership and Development:<br><ul><li>Provide guidance, training, and mentorship to the banquet kitchen team, fostering a positive and productive work environment.</li><li>Conduct regular performance evaluations, recognize achievements, and identify areas for improvement.<br><br></li></ul><strong>What We need from you:<br></strong><ul><li>Culinary degree or equivalent professional certification.</li><li>Previous experience as a Banquet Chef or in a similar culinary leadership role within a 5-star hotel or fine dining establishment.</li><li>Use the Microsoft Office Tools </li><li>Must speak and right fluent English and Arabic<br><br></li></ul><strong>What you can expect from us:<br><br></strong>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.<br><br>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.<br><br>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 my Wellbeing<br><br>Framework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace.<br><br>So, join us and you’ll become part of our ever-growing global family.
