Hygiene & Admin Coordinator

Based at InterContinental Muscat, Hygiene & Admin Coordinator is responsible for administration duties in a fast-paced environment and supports Kitchen Executives in day-to-day tasks in an organized and highly effective manner. Maintain and organize documents, filing, sorting, and distribution. Serves as a role model for the team to comply with hotel standards and policies.

A little taste of your day-to-day:

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

• Complete administrative functions as detailed by the Executive Chef.
• Assisting in all operational and administrative culinary aspects of the Kitchen.
• Access, analyses, distribute, and file the daily flow of information to and from the Chef's office.
• Monitor and support daily hygiene practices in kitchens, restaurants, bars, and food storage areas.
• Manage the diary of the Executive Chef in the most effective way.
• Assist by creating the daily Market list for the kitchen and support monthly inventory control.
• Assist in recipe costing
• Conduct routine inspections for food handling, storage, preparation, and service.
• Assist in maintaining HACCP records and documentation
• Work closely with chefs and stewards to ensure cleanliness and sanitation protocols are followed
• Report non-compliance issues and assist in implementing corrective actions
•  Handle the daily flow of incoming and outgoing telephone calls and messages.
• Act as the hub of the Kitchen department, supplying and collecting information from the Chefs and co-ordinate, response and performing a backup role for the Executive Chef.
• Perform any other reasonable duties as required by the Executive Chef from time to time.
• Assist Culinary Department with outgoing correspondence and train them to perform smoothly.
• Assist Culinary Department with the ordering system, related questions, and train them to perform smoothly.
• Ensure there are regular Food Safety & HACCP Training Sessions conducted to all food handlers in the Hotel
• Participate in internal audits and external health inspections
• Support hotel sustainability and hygiene initiatives under IHG’s Green Engage standards.

What We need from you:

• Degree or Diploma in Food Science, Microbiology, Hotel Management, or related field.
• Basic knowledge of HACCP, ISO 22000, or food safety practices (certification is a plus)
• Good communication and organizational skills
• Strong attention to detail and passion for hygiene and Food safety
• Able to work flexible shifts and in a high-paced environment
• Previous experience (internship or training) in a hospitality or food production setting is preferred

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 my Wellbeing 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.