Commis Chef I Holiday Inn Express & Suites Pokhara

IHG, a leading global hospitality company, is bringing its largest and fastest-growing brand, Holiday Inn Express, to Pokhara. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Pokhara will offer a fresh, modern and smart hospitality experience designed for today’s travellers- combining comfort, convenience and great value with the essentials that matter most.

As we prepare to bring this exciting new hotel to life in Pokhara, we are looking for talented, passionate and driven individuals to join our team across multiple career opportunities. If you are passionate about hospitality, thrive in a dynamic environment and are excited to be part of a globally recognized brand and a new hotel journey, we invite you to join us as we open the doors to a new era of smart, effortless hospitality in Pokhara.

Under the guidance of the Sous Chef and Chef de Partie, you will support daily kitchen operations by assisting in food preparation, cooking, presentation and storage of food items. You will be responsible for maintaining food quality, consistency and hygiene while following established recipes, kitchen standards and food safety procedures. You will assist senior kitchen colleagues in ensuring smooth kitchen operations and delivering quality food and an excellent dining experience for our guests.

A little taste of your day-to-day:

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

• Assist senior chefs in daily kitchen operations and food preparation according to established recipes and standards.
• Prepare, cook and present food items while ensuring consistency in taste, quality and portion sizes.
• Ensure proper storage, labelling and rotation of food items following FIFO standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of kitchen workstations, equipment and utensils while minimizing food wastage.

• Follow food safety procedures, health and safety regulations, hotel policies and IHG brand standards.

   

What We need from you:

• Diploma or certificate in Hotel Management, Culinary Arts or a related field.
• Previous experience in a professional kitchen is preferred; freshers with relevant qualifications may also apply.
• Basic knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques and kitchen hygiene standards.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and perform in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Positive attitude, willingness to learn and good communication skills.

• Basic English communication skills; additional languages will be an advantage.

   

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.

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.