Cocinero - InterContinental Indianapolis

InterContinental Indianapolis brings refined luxury to Indy’s iconic Monument Circle. The landmarked Illinois Building showcases a $110 M restoration to feature 170 Modern Guestrooms, 17 Luxurious Suites, Serliana Café and Astrea Rooftop Bar with stunning views of Monument Circle. 

This will be a masterclass in #Hospitality; an invitation for you to pursue your passion for service and inspire incredible things for our guests, our team members and yourself. 

Explore our very own InterContinental® Hotels & Resorts – a truly international brand. Discover a modern, globally-focused culture where world travelers feel at home. Live the InterContinental life. You’ll find us in beautifully restored buildings and many exciting new developments. With 60 properties in the pipeline, our extraordinary world is set to expand.

We cultivate engaging environments for our colleagues and guests by enlivening our IHG Core Values:

• Do the right thing
• Show we care
• Aim higher
• Celebrate difference
• Work better together

At IHG we promise to give colleagues:

• Room to Belong: Enable
• Room to Grow: Enrich
• Room to Make a Difference:  Empower

The InterContinental creates exceptional experiences through our Brand Values by being:

• Thoughtful
• Cultured
• Remarkable

The pillars of our InterContinental brand culture lay the foundation for inspiring incredible experiences:

• We Invite Discovery
• We Embrace Empowerment
• We Champion Possibility

About this position

Making every single meal a feast for the eyes and treat for the tastebuds.

A little taste of your day-to-day

Every day is different, but you’ll mostly be:

• Set up any a la carte stations required for breakfast, lunch, or dinner period.
• Ensure all dishes are prepared and presented in accordance with standard recipes and presentations established by the Chef.
• Clean and organize workstation; maintain a clean and sanitary culinary environment in compliance with all local and federal health codes.
• Perform banquet and kitchen line functions as directed by the Executive or Sous Chef.
• Ensure assigned workstation has proper level of par stocks and supplies according to daily menus and banquets.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, local and company health, safety, sanitation and alcohol awareness standards.
• Complete mise en place before start of service.

Qualifications and Expectations:

• The strength to lift, push and pull big objects up to 50lbs (23 kg) which can also involve bending and kneeling 
• A good grasp of reading, writing and basic math 
• The flexibility to work night, weekend, and holiday shifts 
• Compliance with local laws on food handling and serving alcohol – you’ll need to be above the minimum age required and fluent in the local language 
• Great communication – you’ll be warm, welcoming, and easy to talk to 
• Must have 1-3 years previous culinary experience
• Experience in a high-volume production kitchen preferred
• High school education, GED, or equivalent experience
• Culinary degree a plus

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 well-being framework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace. 

Competitive wage and comprehensive benefits are the heartbeat of our success. We are proud to offer: 

• The hourly pay range for this role is $16-$21+ 

• Medical, dental, vision life, and disability insurance, and many other benefits to eligible employees.

• 401(k) plan matching

• PTO & Wellness programs

• Global Hotel Discounts across IHG's 7000+ hotels & exclusive access to additional perks

• A supportive and collaborative work environment committed to your personal and professional growth

• The freedom to be yourself and thrive in an environment that celebrates individuality

So, join us and you’ll become part of our ever-growing global family.