Head Chef

Hotel Mae Spa; Puchuncaví; Presencial; CLP 22.320.000 - 35.712.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Hotel Mae Spa in Puchuncaví, Chile, seeks a Head Chef & F&B Manager to oversee kitchen operations and all food and beverage services in a full-time, on-site role.

The role leads, trains, and schedules kitchen and F&B staff, ensures food safety and quality, manages inventory and supplier relationships, and collaborates with hotel and spa management to design menus and banquet offerings that align with guest preferences and wellness themes.

Formación

• Demonstrated expertise in culinary techniques, menu development, and food presentation.
• Experience managing kitchen and F&B operations, including staff supervision, scheduling, and coaching.
• Solid knowledge of food safety, sanitation standards, and health regulations.
• Ability to manage inventory, suppliers, and food and beverage cost control.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills for multiple service periods and events.
• Excellent communication and collaboration with hotel/facility teams.
• Willingness to work weekends, evenings, and holidays.
• Formal culinary training or equivalent leadership experience in hospitality.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee all kitchen operations and F&B services, including menu planning and quality control.
• Lead, train, and schedule kitchen and F&B staff to maintain service standards.
• Manage inventory, coordinate with suppliers, and control costs.
• Collaborate with hotel and spa management to design menus and beverage offerings.
• Support events and banquets as part of F&B operations.

Conocimientos

Culinary techniques

Menu development

Food presentation

Staff supervision

Scheduling

Performance coaching

Food safety

Sanitation standards

Inventory management

Cost control

Supplier relationships

Time management

Communication

Educación

Culinary training

Descripción del empleo

Role Description The Head Chef & F&B Manager at Hotel Mae Spa will oversee all kitchen operations and food & beverage services, including menu planning, food preparation, and quality control, in a full-time, on-site capacity in Puchuncaví. This role involves leading, training, and scheduling kitchen and F&B staff to ensure consistent service standards and adherence to food safety and hygiene regulations. The Head Chef & F&B Manager will manage inventory, coordinate with suppliers, and control food and beverage costs while maintaining high culinary standards and presentation. The position also includes overseeing overall food & beverage operations and guest service across dining outlets, and collaborating with hotel and spa management to design menus and beverage offerings that align with guest preferences, seasonal ingredients, and wellness offerings, as well as supporting special events and banquets.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in culinary techniques, menu development, and food presentation, with a strong focus on quality and consistency.
• Experience managing kitchen and food & beverage operations, including staff supervision, scheduling, and performance coaching in a hospitality setting.
• Solid knowledge of food safety, sanitation standards, and compliance with local health regulations.
• Ability to manage inventory, supplier relationships, and food and beverage cost control to meet budget and sustainability goals.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills to handle multiple service periods, events, and changing guest demands.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills to work closely with front-of-house, hotel, and spa teams.
• Flexibility to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as required by hotel operations.
• Formal culinary training or equivalent professional experience in hotels, restaurants, or resorts; leadership experience as a Sous Chef, Head Chef, or F&B Manager preferred.