Demi Chef

At IHG, our goal is to help shape the future of responsible travel together with those who stay, work and partner with us. We will support our people and make a positive difference to local communities while preserving our planet’s beauty and diversity... not just today but long into the future.

The Grand Pacific Hotel is on an historic journey as we transit into our Luxury & Lifestyle collection of becoming “InterContinental Grand Pacific Hotel Suva”, we have an opportunity within our Kitchen team for Demi Chef.

As a Demi Chef, you will support the team which will include but not limited to the following:

• Assist the Chefs with the production and presentation of all dishes which leave the kitchen and to ensure that they are to the standard and learn the utmost about the functions within the Kitchen during your time within the hotel.
• Fully responsible for the proper efficiency and profitable functioning of the kitchen.
• Responsible for maintaining his / her area of work to the highest hygiene standards and to observe a proper system of food preparation and storage.
• Stay in the moment by understanding and anticipating guest’s needs, being attentive and taking ownership of getting things done.
• Responsible that all dishes are uniform and that established portion sizes are adhered.
• Responsible of the proper handling of food requisitions and transfers.
• Responsible of the cleanliness and sanitary condition of the kitchen area, fridges, storerooms, equipment and utensils at all times.
• Control food cost by following standard recipes, portion control, avoid wastages and overstocking.
• Assist the Executive Chef in developing new menus and promotion ideas.
• Be familiar with property safety, first aid, fire, and emergency procedures and operate equipment safely and sensibly.

What we need from you

We are looking for a passionate, enthusiastic, and friendly individual who is willing to learn and build an extraordinary career within a global company. The ideal candidate will have:

• Diploma / Vocational certificate in Culinary Skills or related field.
• 1 - 2-year’s experience in full-service restaurants/ local or international hotels in high volume kitchen.
• Strong background in HACCP procedures and application.
• Good practical, operational and adequate administrative skills.
• A team player, proactive, responsible, hardworking, and able to work under pressure.
• Flexibility - nights, weekends and holiday shifts are all part of the role

What we offer

In return, not only will you be rewarded with a competitive salary, you will also be rewarded with a range of benefits that supports you throughout your IHG career journey.

• Medical Insurance & Term Life Cover
• Competitive salary
• Paid birthday leave
• Paid community service leave
• Some of the best colleague discounts across our IHG Hotels & Resorts for accommodation, food and beverage
• An immense colleague discounts at the hotel

Most importantly, we’ll help you grow, and develop you as an individual.  

Your career journey will be supported through our lifelong development programs, IHG career milestone celebrations, and transfer of entitlements as you move and grow with IHG.

The Grand Pacific Hotel is on an historic journey as we transit into our Luxury & Lifestyle collection of becoming “InterContinental Grand Pacific Hotel Suva”

We are proud to be IHG and we know you will be too.

How to Apply

You can send your updated resume and cover letter to vacancies.gph@ihg.com