Sous Chef - Banquets | Crowne Plaza Kathmandu Pulchowk at IHG Career

Kathmandu Metropolitan City, Bagamati Province, Nepal -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 May, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Banquet Kitchen Operations, Large-scale Catering, Culinary Leadership, Menu Planning, Food Quality Control, Inventory Management, HACCP, Food Safety, Staff Training, Time Management, Buffet Presentation, Cost Control

Industry

Hospitality

Description

At Crowne Plaza Kathmandu Pulchowk, we believe in the beauty of balance, where contemporary elegance, purposeful service, and meaningful connections come together. Nestled in the vibrant heart of city, our new upcoming hotel offers 175 thoughtfully designed rooms, exceptional dining destinations, rejuvenating wellness spaces, and versatile venues for inspired meetings and events. We create truly memorable dining experiences through exceptional flavors, creativity, and teamwork in the kitchen. But could you be the one helping lead our culinary team to deliver outstanding experiences for every guest? We’re searching for a Sous Chef to support our kitchen operations and assist in delivering high-quality cuisine, efficient operations, and exceptional culinary standards across our dining outlets and banquet operations. We create truly memorable experiences through exceptional cuisine, flawless execution, and outstanding hospitality. But could you be the one helping deliver unforgettable banquets and events for our guests? We’re searching for a Banquet Sous Chef to support our culinary operations and lead the preparation and execution of high-quality banquet and event dining experiences at Crowne Plaza Kathmandu Pulchowk. A little taste of your day-to-day: Every day is different, but you’ll mostly be: ● Supporting the Executive Chef in managing the daily banquet kitchen operations to ensure smooth and efficient event execution ● Supervising culinary colleagues during banquet functions and ensuring food preparation, presentation, and quality consistently meet hotel standards ● Assisting with banquet menu planning, buffet presentations, and customized event requirements based on guest needs and operational demands ● Coordinating closely with Banquet Operations, Stewarding, and Food & Beverage teams to ensure seamless event service delivery ● Monitoring food quality, portion control, inventory, and food costs to maintain operational efficiency and minimize waste ● Ensuring all banquet kitchen operations comply with hygiene, sanitation, and food safety standards ● Supporting recruitment, training, coaching, and development of banquet culinary colleagues ● Assisting in maintaining banquet kitchen equipment and workspaces in a clean, organized, and safe condition What We need from you: ● Diploma or higher education qualification in Culinary Arts, Hotel Management, or related field preferred ● Minimum 5–7 years of culinary experience within hotel banquet or large-scale catering operations, including supervisory experience preferred ● Strong knowledge of banquet kitchen operations, food preparation, and large-volume catering execution ● Ability to lead and motivate teams in a fast-paced hospitality environment ● Good communication, organizational, and time management skills ● Creativity and passion for delivering exceptional culinary experiences for events and banquets ● Knowledge of HACCP, food safety, hygiene, and workplace safety standards as required by local regulations 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 differences 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

Responsibilities

Support the Executive Chef in managing daily banquet kitchen operations and supervising culinary staff to ensure high-quality food preparation and presentation. Coordinate with F&B and stewarding teams to deliver seamless event services while maintaining strict hygiene and safety standards.