Maintain the highest quality and consistency of all food products by ensuring stringent compliance to food safety and food quality control standards
Ensure proper maintenance of the kitchen within each outlet
Collaborate with the Marketing Team with new launches, promotions, branding, and labeling of concepts and products
Review sales and food costs daily to monitor actual financial results and take corrective action as necessary to ensure that financial goals are met
Plan, direct and coordinate future outlet openings
Manage, supervise and groom a team of chief chef, section head and kitchen staff to ensure maximum utilization of manpower allocated
Actively involved in hiring process by identifying and selecting candidates for kitchen positions
Actively involved in staff counselling and propose to management on course of disciplinary action, including but not limited to, termination of employment
Drive culinary excellence by being a champion for food quality and consistency
Develop standard recipes and SOPs for food preparation and presentation
Actively involved in menu development and establishing menu prices
Understand current and emerging culinary trends as well as consumer needs and behaviors
Ensure that all activities conform to HACCP & 5S guidelines
Any other jobs or duties assigned by the Director of Kitchen Operations from time to time
Job Requirements
At least 5 years of relevant working experience as an Executive Chef
Able to communicate effectively with colleagues and stakeholders to support kitchen operations and service standards.
Knowledge of HACCP, health and safety standards would be an advantage
Strong management, leadership skills and interpersonal skill
