HOTEL EXECUTIVE CHEF

Hotel Executive Chef Job Description

Position Title: Executive Chef

Position Overview: The Executive Chef is responsible for overseeing all culinary operations within the hotel, ensuring the highest standard of food quality, service, and presentation. This role includes managing kitchen staff, creating menus, maintaining food safety standards, and working closely with other departments to provide an outstanding dining experience for guests.

Key Responsibilities:

• Culinary Leadership:
• Lead and manage all culinary operations, ensuring the preparation of high-quality food in all dining areas (restaurants, room service, banquets, etc.).
• Develop creative and innovative menus, keeping in mind guest preferences, food trends, and seasonal availability.
• Maintain consistency in taste, presentation, and portion sizes across all dishes.
• Staff Management and Training:
• Hire, train, and supervise kitchen staff, including sous chefs, line cooks, pastry chefs, and kitchen assistants.
• Foster a positive and professional working environment, promoting teamwork, high standards, and a strong work ethic.
• Conduct regular training on food safety, sanitation, and culinary techniques to ensure staff proficiency.
• Food Safety and Hygiene:
• Ensure strict adherence to all local and international health, safety, and food hygiene standards.
• Implement and monitor food safety practices in kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with food storage, preparation, and sanitation procedures.
• Maintain an organized kitchen and ensure proper inventory management.
• Menu Development:
• Create and update menus that reflect seasonal ingredients, hotel brand standards, and guest preferences.
• Work with the marketing and food and beverage departments to plan special promotions, seasonal menus, or themed events.
• Continuously evaluate and adjust menu offerings based on guest feedback, food trends, and cost-effectiveness.
• Budgeting and Cost Control:
• Develop and manage kitchen budgets, focusing on food costs, labor costs, and overall kitchen expenses.
• Implement inventory control procedures to minimize food waste and ensure the efficient use of ingredients.
• Work with the hotel's financial team to set pricing for menu items, ensuring profitability while maintaining quality.
• Guest Experience and Quality Control:
• Monitor food quality and guest satisfaction, addressing any complaints or issues promptly.
• Ensure high standards of food preparation, presentation, and taste for all dishes served to guests.
• Collaborate with restaurant managers and service staff to ensure seamless service during peak dining hours.
• Collaboration and Coordination:
• Work closely with the Food & Beverage Manager, hotel management, and other departments to ensure smooth operations and coordination for events, conferences, or large group bookings.
• Coordinate with suppliers to ensure the timely delivery of fresh ingredients and manage relationships with key food suppliers.
• Assist with planning and executing special events such as weddings, banquets, and conferences.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as an Executive Chef or in a senior culinary role within a hotel or restaurant environment.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills with the ability to manage a large team.
• Extensive knowledge of food preparation, presentation, and culinary techniques.
• In-depth understanding of food safety and hygiene standards.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Culinary degree or equivalent qualification preferred.
• Strong financial acumen and experience with budgeting and cost control.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Creativity and a passion for cooking and developing new dishes.

Working Conditions:

• The Executive Chef will work long hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
• This position is typically based in a kitchen environment but requires flexibility to work in various dining areas or attend management meetings as needed.

Job Types: Full-time, Fresh graduate

Pay: Php35, Php40,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flextime
• On-site parking
• Opportunities for promotion
• Promotion to permanent employee
• Staff meals provided

Work Location: In person