Sous Chef

Job description

As Sous Chef in Intercontinental Hotel Robertson Quay's culinary team, you will be the right hand to the Chef de Cuisine, helping to lead the culinary team in delivering outstanding food and service.

This role combines hands-on cooking with leadership responsibilities, ensuring smooth daily operations, consistency in food quality, and adherence to hygiene and safety standards.

You will supervise and guide the kitchen brigade, support menu planning and development, and step up to lead the team in the absence of the Chef De Cuisine.

With your passion for food, organizational skills, and ability to inspire others, you will play a key role in upholding Intercontinental Hotel Robertson Quay 's reputation as one of Singapore's most vibrant Italian dining destinations.

Strong interpersonal skills, a passion for hospitality, and the ability to handle fast-paced environments are essential to excel in this position.

At InterContinental Hotels & Resorts, we believe in Inspiring Incredible - both within our teams and in every guest experience.

With a global, cultured mindset paired with deep local expertise, we bring our unique personalities to every interaction, creating authentic and memorable moments.

Our success is driven by passionate individuals who understand hospitality inside and out.

We perform at our best by fostering a culture of excellence, engagement, and well-being - because when we invest in ourselves, we deliver exceptional experiences.

We fuel innovation by embracing diverse perspectives, leading to creative and forward-thinking solutions.

And we stand out because of our unique culture, setting us apart in the industry.

As a colleague of InterContinental Singapore Robertson Quay, you will be part of a team that embodies this philosophy, delivering exceptional service and elevating hospitality to new heights.

If you believe in our values and want to be part of something truly special, we want you on our team

People

• Lead and support daily kitchen operations and mise en place, ensuring smooth workflow across all sections.
  
  
• Supervise and motivate the kitchen brigade, providing guidance and feedback to maintain high performance and teamwork.
  
  
• Communicate effectively with the Chef De Cuisine and Executive Chef, addressing challenges, guest feedback, and operational updates.
  
  
• Conduct and participate in daily briefings, scheduled meetings, and training sessions.
  
  
• Mentor and develop junior chefs, supporting their growth in technical skills, recipes, and hygiene standards.
  
  
• Foster strong collaboration between the kitchen and front-of-house teams to deliver seamless service.
  
  

Financial Returns

• Assist the Chef De Cuisine in managing food costs, labour, and kitchen expenses to achieve departmental budget targets.
  
  
• Ensure portion controls are followed and waste is minimised to maximise profitability.
  
  
• Oversee the efficient use and maintenance of equipment, tools, and resources.
  
  
• Support accurate inventory management, including proper storage, rotation, and labelling of ingredients.
  
  
• Provide input into menu planning and costings with a focus on seasonality, guest preferences, and operational efficiency.
  
  

Guest Experience

• Supervise the preparation, cooking, and presentation of dishes to ensure consistency, quality, and adherence to recipes.
  
  
• Ensure buffet and display set-ups are completed to brand standards and ready in advance of service (Breakfast / Club Lunge)
• Uphold Publico Ristorante's reputation by delivering authentic Italian flavours with modern presentation.
  
  
• Handle guest interactions professionally when required, demonstrating courtesy and hospitality.
  
  
• Support the achievement of high guest satisfaction scores through quality food and efficient service delivery.
  
  

Responsible Business

• Enforce compliance with food safety, hygiene, Occupational Health & Safety, and brand standards across all kitchen operations.
  
  
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized working environment for the entire brigade.
  
  
• Ensure kitchen staff follow proper grooming and uniform standards.
  
  
• Take immediate action to correct hazards and report safety risks promptly.
  
  
• Log and report any incidents or accidents in line with hotel procedures.
  
  
• Champion sustainability by promoting waste reduction, responsible sourcing, and energy and water conservation.
  
  

Accountability

The Sous Chef is accountable for supporting the Chef de Cuisine in managing the overall performance and success of the kitchen.

This includes supervising daily operations, maintaining food quality and consistency, and driving efficiency in line with budget targets.

The role is also responsible for mentoring and developing the kitchen team, ensuring compliance with food safety and hygiene standards, and contributing to the continued success by delivering exceptional culinary experiences.

How do I deliver this

We genuinely care about people and we show this through living out our promise of True Hospitality each and every day.

It's what connects every colleague in all IHG hotels.

Each IHG hotel brand delivers True Hospitality in their own way, and at the heart of it all are specific, core service skills.

• True Attitude : being caring, wanting to make positive difference, and building genuine connections with guest

• True Confidence : having the knowledge and skills to perform your role, and giving guests the confidence that they can trust you, to help and support them during their stay

• True Listening : focusing on what your guest is saying, picking up on body language that is often overlooked, and understanding what the guest wants and needs

• True Responsiveness : is about providing guests with what they need, and doing so in a timely and caring manner

There's so much more to the job than we can capture here.

It's simply about creating great experiences, doing the right thing and understanding people.

WHAT WE OFFER

We'll reward your hard work with a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package – including generous room and dining discounts, exceptional training opportunities and a strong support for your ongoing career development

Join us and you'll become part of the global IHG family – and like all families, all our individual team members share some winning characteristics.

As a team, we work better together – we trust and support each other, we do the right thing and we welcome different perspectives.

You need to show us you care: that you notice the little things that make a difference to guests as well as always looking for ways to improve – visit to find out more about us.

IHG is an equal opportunity employer: Minorities / Females / Disabled / Veterans.

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