Japanese Chef - InterContinental Cairo Citystars

Are you a passionate Japanese Chef ready to bring your culinary artistry to life in a vibrant, award-winning environment? At InterContinental Cairo Citystars, a Great Place to Work (GPTW) certified hotel, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional dining experiences that celebrate the rich flavors of Japanese cuisine. Join us in creating memorable moments for our guests while working alongside a talented team in a dynamic and supportive atmosphere.

Your Day-to-Day

• Under the general guidance and the supervision of the Executive chef and within the limits of established IHC Policies and Procedures and Kitchen Manual, oversees and directs the Japanese kitchen operation.
• Supervises, coordinates and participate in the preparation of appetizers, Salad, Canapés,
• Check the function sheets and daily menu to determine the kind and quality of items to prepare.
• Prepare the requisitions for groceries and food items based on functions, daily menus and forecasts.
• Receive guest’s orders from the waiter and announces orders to the personnel concerned.
• Dispenses food only against valid guest or officer’s cheques making sure that food dispensed are in accordance with the approved preparation, preparation with garnishes and proper serving temperature.
• Checks food in serving dishes.
• Observes and tastes the food when being cooked
• Supervises the decoration of plates.
• Sees that all food items are prepared in a presentable and appetizing manner.
• Informs the waiter of the table which the food will go to.
• Checks the cafeteria meals quantity, quality and presentation.
• Sees that the food orders are prepared efficiently and in reasonable time.
• Sees that the food leaves the kitchen hot and is served immediately.
• Checks the par stocks of the menu.
• Sees that all fridge door is locked.
• Sees that the personnel handle and use kitchen utensils properly. 
• Ensures that the Hotel’s cost control policies and procedures are followed. 
• Ensures cleanliness of all utensils, cooking equipment, working tables, cold room etc. 
• Participate actively in sales calls in coordination with the Sales Department. 
• Participate actively to the promotion of the restaurant through entertainment and relationship. 
• Take an active part in the service staff training and ensure that the culture is respected in all aspects.
• Work in close cooperation with the restaurant Manager or his/ her assistant to improve the service of the guests. 
• Other duties and responsibilities which might be assigned by time to time by the Executive Chef. 
• Will visit Japanese Companies {Key Guest} and participate their meeting and functions, answering fax to take care of their needs. Also visit more new Company Offices to get more sales with our sales team. 
• Will present new promotions and activities in the restaurant and implement new promotional ideas. 
• Will attend the morning services briefing and participate with teams and give the advice and informing about style of recommendation and explaining about dishes. 
• Especially to Japanese guests will support the order taking procedure explaining to service person and make a standard service style with management staff. {Not only to our Special Guest who knows about our culture}. 
• Be co-operative to Executive Chef for all other duties and my direct job or indirect job to be one team

​What we need from you

• Bachelor’s degree / higher education qualification / equivalent in Hotel Management, culinary arts, or related field ​
• 5+ years’ related experience, as a Japanese Restaurant Chef, with a strong background in traditional cooking techniques is also important. 
• Expertise in sushi preparation, ramen, tempura, and other Japanese dishes, along with familiarity with Japanese ingredients and their sourcing.
• A deep understanding of Japanese food culture, presentation, and dining etiquette is crucial. 
• Proficiency in both Japanese and English will help in effective communication with staff and guests. 
• Knowledge of food hygiene and safety standards, with relevant certifications, is necessary.
• Adaptability to local ingredients and tastes while maintaining authenticity is key. 
• A genuine love for cooking and sharing Japanese culture through food, willingness to work collaboratively in a multicultural environment.
• A strong focus on presentation and quality will also contribute to the success of the role.

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 – including a full uniform, 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, color, 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.