Executive Chef
3 days ago
**Key Responsibilities**
**1. Culinary Leadership & Menu Development**
- **Oversee and direct** all daily culinary operations across various outlets.
- **Design, implement, and maintain** creative and profitable seasonal menus, incorporating local, sustainable, and international cuisine trends relevant to the resort's brand.
- Ensure consistency and high quality in the taste, presentation, and preparation of all dishes served.
- Manage a diverse range of dietary requirements and guest preferences with flair and professionalism.
**2. Operational & Financial Management**
- **Responsible for achieving** targeted food cost percentages through effective management of purchasing, inventory, waste, and menu engineering.
- **Manage vendor relations** and procurement to ensure timely delivery of high-quality, fresh ingredients at the most competitive prices.
- **Control kitchen labor costs** by efficient scheduling and productivity management.
- Maintain accurate recipe cards, portion control guides, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
**3. Team Management & Development**
- **Lead, mentor, and train** the entire culinary staff, fostering a positive, professional, and performance-driven kitchen culture.
- **Conduct performance reviews,** manage disciplinary action, and be actively involved in the hiring and onboarding of all kitchen personnel.
- Ensure clear and effective communication between the kitchen and the Front of House (FOH) service teams.
**4. Quality, Safety, and Compliance**
- **Enforce strict adherence** to all local health, safety, and sanitation regulations.
- Ensure all equipment is properly maintained and report any maintenance issues promptly to minimize operational disruption.
- Maintain impeccable cleanliness and organization throughout all kitchen and storage areas.
**Qualifications**
**Education & Experience**
- Culinary Arts degree, certification from a recognized culinary institution, or equivalent professional experience.
- Minimum of **8-10 years of progressive culinary experience**, with at least 3-5 years served as an Executive Chef or Head Chef in a luxury hotel or large resort operation with multiple F&B outlets.
- Demonstrable track record of successful financial management (food cost control) and team leadership.
**Skills & Competencies**
- Exceptional leadership, coaching, and team-building skills.
- Strong financial acumen and administrative abilities (budgeting, reporting, inventory).
- Expert knowledge of international and regional cuisine, cooking methods, and flavor profiles.
- Excellent organizational skills and the ability to thrive under pressure in a high-volume environment.
- Proficiency in English; knowledge of additional languages is a plus.
Pay: ₹50,000.00 - ₹80,000.00 per month
**Benefits**:
- Food provided
- Health insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Provident Fund
Work Location: In person
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