Executive Chef: Middle Eastern Cuisine & Menu Innovation

EGI RESOURCES; Jakarta Selatan; On-site; IDR 279,000,000 - 502,200,000; Full time

Job summary

EGI RESOURCES is seeking an experienced Executive Chef to oversee all kitchen operations. You will plan and update menus with seasonal ingredients, train and manage staff, and ensure compliance with food safety standards while maintaining high quality and consistency across dishes.

The role requires strong leadership, cost control, and extensive knowledge of international and Middle Eastern cuisines, with the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced hotel kitchen environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a professional kitchen, with at least 2–3 years as an Executive Chef or Sous Chef in 5 or 4 stars hotel.
• Familiar with Middle Eastern cuisine, with hands-on experience in preparing authentic regional dishes.
• Strong knowledge of international and local cuisines.
• Good understanding of food safety, HACCP, and sanitation standards.
• Strong cost control, inventory management, and menu planning skills.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all kitchen operations to ensure high-quality food production and service standards.
• Plan, develop, and update menus based on seasonal ingredients, customer preferences, and business objectives.
• Supervise, train, and evaluate kitchen staff to maintain high performance and food quality.
• Ensure food preparation complies with hygiene, sanitation, and food safety regulations.
• Monitor food costs, inventory, purchasing, and waste control to maximize profitability.
• Coordinate with the Food & Beverage team to deliver excellent guest dining experiences.
• Maintain consistency in food presentation, portion control, and taste across all menu items.
• Inspect kitchen equipment and ensure proper maintenance and cleanliness.
• Manage kitchen scheduling and manpower planning to support operational needs.
• Handle guest feedback related to food quality and implement continuous improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Cost control

Inventory management

Menu planning

Food safety

HACCP

Pressure handling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts or Hospitality

Job description

EGI RESOURCES is seeking an experienced Executive Chef to oversee all kitchen operations. You will plan and update menus with seasonal ingredients, train and manage staff, and ensure compliance with food safety standards while maintaining high quality and consistency across dishes.

The role requires strong leadership, cost control, and extensive knowledge of international and Middle Eastern cuisines, with the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced hotel kitchen environment.