Italian Chef at InterContinental Hotel

InterContinental Lagos is located on Victoria Island, in the centre of Lagos home to the majority of foreign embassies and multinational companies, making it the perfect residence for affluent business and diplomatic travellers. Built on an elevated terrain overlooking Lagos's port and the city below, the 19 storey hotel offers uninterrupted, spectacular views of Lagos Skyline. InterContinental Lagos comprises of 352 well-appointed, elegantly decorated rooms and suites as well as a Club InterContinental floor.

What is your passion? Whether you're into tennis, baking or karaoke, at IHG we're interested in YOU.
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 progressive & committed opening team at the InterContinental Lagos.

We are currently recruiting for the position below:

Job Title: Italian Chef

Location: Lagos
Job Number: LAG000204

Key Job Responsibilities

• Take complete ownership of the restaurant
• The chef will be required to interact and socialize with guests like a traditional Chef Patron
• Works very closely with the restaurant managers (planning & strategy)
• Works very closely with the restaurant Sommelier (planning & strategy for the wine)
• Works closely with Director of Sales & Marketing in order to promote and keep guests both internal and external interested
• Chef will enjoy his work, has a pleasant personality and is highly social
• Chef will be required to approach tables & take F&B orders whenever possible or when required
• Chef will be required to communicate with guests by visiting as many tables as possible to ensure guest satisfaction is obtained
• Chef/Manager ensures full guest satisfaction is obtained while maintaining guest profile/preference data base.
• Chef will strive to go above and beyond to fulfill guest expectations in order to have return business
• Cost control oriented chef to include: menu costing, portion control and to be able to schedule his staff according to business
• Maintaining strong competitive position in a extremely price sensitive market
• Be aware of the competition, trends while maintaining a strong competitive positioning
• He or she does not compromise quality food/service in any way
• To be able to understand great value for money, average check for each meal period & special events and overall perception experience
• To be able to and have knowledge in menu composition and change seasonal menus while maximizing profit
• Conduct all administrative work required, including but not limited to:
  • Attendance records.
  • Duty Roster.
  • Guest index.
  • Log book
• Perform any other related duties and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate is likely to have 5 years of experience in a Italian Chef in a five star Hotel in this role with relevant culinary school/college qualifications.
• In return, you will receive a competitive salary and benefits package as well as opportunities to learn new skills and grow your career internationally.
• If you're successful, you'll be able to take advantage of some great benefits and make the most of our commitment to give you Room to grow.

Remuneration

• Relocation support may be provided.
• Additional living expense support may be provided.

Application Closing Date
22nd May, 2015

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online