Kitchen Trainee
About the job
Besides the operational practical training, there is always an on-sight group induction for all trainees where they will learn about the hotel chain and hotel brand, including their concept and purpose, values, and standards. Additionally, the internship program also includes a set of department-related e-learning courses. At last, students will have the opportunity to enroll in a variety of other online trainings (Kitchen-related or not) provided by the IHG training platform if they wish to.
The property has an evaluation plan for all trainees. Each department sets objectives at the start of the internship and has two follow-up meetings - 30 days and 90 days. At the end of the internship, each HOD will send HR all the feedback for an end of the program session.
Regarding weekly hours, all trainees work 40 hours a week (8 hours per day) with two consecutive rest days on a rotative scheduled basis, just like any other employee.
At InterContinental Barcelona we work with a minimum training program period of 5 months, where the trainees will get to explore our different kitchens and outlets.
The trainee will support the department in the following tasks:
- Preparation of the daily service and the mise-en-place.
- Cleaning and maintenance of your work area and the kitchenware.
- Appropriate use of work machines and individual protection equipment.
- Correct storage of the prepared products in the appropriate chamber and identification of the preparation date.
- Annotating the necessary products for the next service.
- Proper order, cleaning, and maintenance of your work area.
- Compliance with the environmental policy.
- Number of positions: 4
- 350€/net.
- Not included.
- Laundry service for uniforms. Meals (within the shift).
- Department: F&B kitchen
About you
• Possibility to establish an Internship Agreement with the university/school.
• High level of English/ medium level of Spanish.
• Proactivity, teamwork skills, predisposition to learn.
- Language required: Spanish. English is a plus
The company
At InterContinental Hotels & Resorts we are dedicated to those who appreciate and enjoy the InterContinental Life - the glamour and exhilaration of fascinating places complemented with local wisdom.
The unique location of the InterContinental Barcelona, set in the heart of Montjuic - the cultural district - opens a variety of exciting options for our travellers to explore and enjoy the city as an insider.
The InterContinental Barcelona brings the discrete luxury of the brand to both, locals and travellers, by offering a modern design, an outstanding service and a vibrant gastronomic offer.
Our aim is to ensure that our amazing hotel is a home away from home for everyone seeking a magnificent experience.
To live up to our statement, we truly believe that the first step is to build an exceptional team full of talent and passion.
At InterContinental Barcelona you will be able to:
• Be yourself
• Bring in new new ideas, especially if they make our guests and / or colleagues happy.
• Develop your potential.
And from our side you will always have our support.
We are all very proud to be part of the InterContinental family and we would love to share our knowledge and experience with anyone eager to learn and make the difference!