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IHG Executive Chef (Pre-Opening) at Hotel Indigo Palau in Palau
About Us
IHG® is one of the world’s leading hotel companies, with a promise to provide True Hospitality for Good. Making everyone feel welcome and cared for, recognized and respected, whoever and wherever they are in the world. Join us and not only can you benefit from the world of variety and opportunity that comes with working for a global organization, but you can also look forward to being part of a company that will appreciate you for being you. We give you room to belong.
Hotel Indigo Palau
Hotel Indigo is an upper upscale boutique hotel brand with IHG, focusing on creating a uniquely local experience in each of our hotels. We deliver a beautiful perspective of the neighborhood, bringing its sights, sounds, and flavors into our space.
Hotel Indigo Palau is the first international brand hotel on the island with over 200 rooms and extensive dining and leisure facilities.
Do you see yourself as a Executive Chef (Pre-opening) with Hotel Indigo Palau?
We are looking for innovative team members passionate about bringing to life an authentic Hotel Indigo experience, inspiring new stories and local connections for our guests.
If you understand this, and will help us bring to life a unique guest experience then we would love to hear from you.
Your day to day
We are looking for a passionate and charismatic Executive Chef , who will oversee all culinary elements within the hotel to ensure programs, revenue targets and budget goals, are achieved whilst also evaluating team progress and identifying new ideas that will help drive the business and solving problems through strong interpersonal skills and efficient communication.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Lead and manage the culinary team, providing guidance, training, and supervision to ensure high standards of food quality and service.
Develop and update menus in line with the hotel's concept, seasonal availability, and guest preferences, while also considering sustainability and local sourcing.
Oversee food purchasing, inventory management, and cost control measures to optimize profitability while maintaining quality.
Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, food hygiene standards, and sanitation practices in all kitchen areas.
Collaborate with the F&B director and other departments to plan and execute special events, promotions, and catering services.
Monitor kitchen operations to maintain efficiency and minimize waste, implementing process improvements as needed.
Conduct regular inspections of kitchen equipment, facilities, and storage areas to identify maintenance needs and ensure functionality.
Foster a positive work environment, promoting teamwork, creativity, and professional development among kitchen staff.
Stay informed about culinary trends, techniques, and ingredients, continuously innovating and refining menu offerings.
Represent the hotel in culinary competitions, industry events, and media appearances, showcasing our culinary excellence and innovation.
What we need from you
For you to be the ideal candidate, you should have the following:
Degree or certificate in culinary arts
5 years’ experience as a chef
At least one year in a supervisory capacity, or equivalent combination of education and culinary/kitchen operations experience
What we offer
In return we'll give you a competitive benefit package including, hotel discounts worldwide and the opportunity to progress your career with IHG®. Most importantly, we'll give you the room to belong.
At IHG, we’ve made a promise. As one of the world’s leading hotel groups, we’re here to deliver True Hospitality for Good. Making our guests and colleagues feel welcome, cared for, recognised and respected – wherever they are in the world. Want to be part of the journey?
Hotel Indigo is an upper-upscale boutique brand that captures the true spirit of the neighborhoods our hotels belong to. With over 125 properties worldwide, we look for individuals that can inspire our guests to make unique discoveries. Opening the door to meaningful connections to the diverse people, places, and cultures of the local area.
Making travel inspiring. It’s what we do.
Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today.
At IHG Hotels & Resorts, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We firmly believe that all our colleagues deserve to be treated equally and have the same opportunities to develop and grow their skills within our business and provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and colleagues without regard to an individual's, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or familial status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.