We are seeking a passionate and skilled Senior Chef De Partie to join our culinary team at InterContinental Abu Dhabi’s vibrant sports bar. In this dynamic role, you will be responsible for preparing and presenting high-quality, flavorful dishes that appeal to a diverse range of guests while maintaining the highest standards of food safety and hygiene. As part of a high-energy, fast-paced kitchen environment, you will work closely with the Head Chef to create innovative and enticing menus that complement the lively atmosphere of our sports bar.

A little taste of your day-to-day:

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

• Lead Kitchen Operations: Oversee the day-to-day operations of the kitchen, ensuring that all food is prepared, cooked, and presented to the highest standards of quality, taste, and consistency.
• Create High-Quality Dishes: Develop and execute a menu that is both creative and practical for a sports bar setting, focusing on delicious comfort food, snacks, shareable platters, and elevated pub classics that cater to a diverse clientele.
• Team Leadership & Training: Supervise, train, and motivate junior kitchen staff to perform at their best, ensuring they follow all culinary guidelines and deliver dishes quickly and efficiently during peak service times.
• Menu Planning & Innovation: Collaborate with the Head Chef to develop exciting new dishes and menu items tailored to the needs of a sports bar environment, where guests are looking for hearty, flavorful meals that pair well with drinks and the energy of live sports events.
• Maintain Inventory & Stock Levels: Monitor and maintain accurate inventory levels, ensuring that all ingredients are fresh, high-quality, and available for daily service.
• Ensure Food Safety Standards: Adhere to all food safety, hygiene, and sanitation protocols in the kitchen to ensure the health and safety of both the team and guests.
• Efficient Service in High-Pressure Situations: Work closely with the team to ensure smooth kitchen operations, even during high-volume periods such as major sporting events, ensuring timely delivery of food to guests without compromising quality.

What we need from you:

• Proven experience as a Chef De Partie or in a similar role, preferably within a sports bar, pub, or high-energy kitchen environment.
• A strong passion for creating comforting yet elevated dishes that complement a vibrant sports bar atmosphere.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to manage and inspire a team in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Solid understanding of kitchen procedures, food preparation, and culinary techniques tailored for a casual yet quality-driven dining experience.
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene regulations, with a focus on maintaining a clean and safe kitchen environment.
• Flexibility and a strong work ethic, with the ability to thrive during peak service hours, including evenings, weekends, and major sporting events.
• A creative mindset, with a focus on menu development that enhances the guest experience in a casual, lively setting.

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 – 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, colour, 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.