Cluster Chef

PT. SUNSHINE FOOD INTERNATIONAL; Tangerang; On-site; IDR 390,600,000 - 613,800,000; Full time

Job summary

PT. SUNSHINE FOOD INTERNATIONAL is seeking a Cluster Chef to oversee kitchen operations across multiple client sites in Indonesia. You will drive standardization, safety, and cost-efficiency while coaching kitchen teams and supporting menu development.

The role requires a diploma/bachelor’s in Culinary Arts or Hospitality, 5+ years in kitchen operations, and 2+ years in a supervisory or multi-unit capacity. Travel to various locations and out-of-town sites are expected.

Qualifications

• Must have strong leadership skills in a multi-site kitchen environment.
• Solid knowledge of food safety and HACCP standards.
• Experience managing food cost, inventory, and kitchen operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen operations across multiple client sites within the assigned cluster.
• Ensure food quality, consistency, and compliance with SOP & HACCP.
• Monitor performance and implement improvements for operational excellence.
• Control food cost, manage inventory, and minimize waste.
• Support menu development and standardization across sites.
• Conduct regular kitchen audits and ensure readiness.
• Provide on-site coaching and troubleshooting for Unit Chefs and kitchen teams.
• Lead, train, and develop kitchen staff, including recruitment and performance evaluation.
• Manage client interactions and maintain strong relationships for service excellence.
• Handle escalated issues and ensure timely resolution.
• Prepare performance reports and collaborate with internal teams.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Food safety

HACCP

Cost control

Inventory management

People management

Communication

Multi-site

Education

Diploma / Bachelor's in Culinary Arts / Hospitality

Job description

The Cluster Chef is responsible for overseeing and managing kitchen operations across multiple client units, ensuring consistent food quality, safety, and operational excellence. This role drives standardization, cost efficiency, and continuous improvement while providing on-site coaching and troubleshooting to kitchen teams. The Cluster Chef also plays a key role in building strong client relationships, supporting menu development, and ensuring service delivery meets company standards and client expectations.

What you'll be doing

Manage kitchen operations across multiple client sites within the assigned cluster

Ensure food quality, consistency, and compliance with company standards (SOP & HACCP)

Monitor performance and implement improvements to drive operational excellence

Control food cost, manage inventory, and minimize waste

Support menu development and ensure standardization across all sites

Conduct regular kitchen audits and ensure operational readiness

Provide on-site coaching and troubleshooting for Unit Chefs and kitchen teams

Lead, train, and develop kitchen staff, including recruitment and performance evaluation

Manage client interaction, maintain strong relationships, and ensure service excellence

Handle escalated issues and ensure timely resolution

Prepare performance reports and collaborate with internal teams

What we're looking for

Minimum Diploma / Bachelor’s degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality, or related field

Minimum 5 years of experience in kitchen operations

Minimum 2 years in a supervisory or multi-unit (cluster) role

Preferably experienced in B2B catering / healthcare / institutional food service

Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and quality standards (HACCP)

Proven experience in food cost control, inventory management, and kitchen operations

Strong leadership and people management skills

Good planning, organization, and problem-solving abilities

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Able to work in a fast-paced and multi-site environment

Willing to travel frequently and be assigned to various locations, including out-of-town areas

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Your application will include the following questions:

• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• How many years' experience do you have as a chef?
• Are you available to travel for this role when required?
• Do you have experience with inventory management?
• How many years of people management experience do you have?
• Do you have experience in a role which requires relationship management experience?

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