Head Chef — Lead Indonesian & Western Cuisine

PT Cendana Han Wijaya; Batam; On-site; IDR 180,000,000 - 350,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career development opportunities

Job summary

PT Cendana Han Wijaya in Batam, Riau Islands, is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead our kitchen operations. You will oversee menu planning, food preparation, and plating, while managing a team of kitchen staff and ensuring high standards of quality, safety, and presentation.

The ideal candidate has 5–7 years of cooking experience with at least 3 years in a head chef role and formal culinary training. Knowledge of Indonesian ingredients and local tastes is highly valued; fluency in

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of professional cooking experience, including 3+ years in a head chef or senior kitchen leadership role
• Formal culinary training or equivalent professional qualification in hospitality and catering
• Comprehensive knowledge of food safety standards, kitchen hygiene practices and food handling regulations
• Proven ability to manage and motivate kitchen staff effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Strong understanding of food costs, inventory management and kitchen budgeting
• Excellent organisational and time management skills with attention to detail
• Creativity and innovation in menu development and food presentation
• Experience with Asian cuisine and familiarity with local Indonesian ingredients and cooking techniques is highly desirable
• Ability to work under pressure whilst maintaining composure and quality standards
• Fluency in Indonesian preferred; basic communication skills in English are essential

Responsibilities

• Plan and develop menus that reflect culinary trends whilst maintaining consistency with company standards and dietary requirements
• Oversee all food preparation, cooking, and plating to ensure exceptional quality and presentation
• Manage kitchen staff, including training, scheduling, supervision and performance evaluation
• Monitor food costs, manage inventory and maintain strict budgetary controls without compromising quality
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, hygiene and health regulations, including HACCP principles
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of kitchen facilities, equipment and storage areas
• Collaborate with management to enhance operational efficiency and implement best practices
• Source high-quality ingredients from reliable suppliers and maintain strong vendor relationships
• Create innovative dishes whilst respecting cultural preferences and local tastes in the Batam region
• Handle food complaints professionally and work to resolve issues to ensure customer satisfaction

Skills

Leadership

Kitchen Management

Menu Development

Food Safety

Inventory & Costing

Culinary Techniques

Indonesian Cuisine

Education

Culinary Training

Job description

PT Cendana Han Wijaya in Batam, Riau Islands, is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead our kitchen operations. You will oversee menu planning, food preparation, and plating, while managing a team of kitchen staff and ensuring high standards of quality, safety, and presentation.

The ideal candidate has 5–7 years of cooking experience with at least 3 years in a head chef role and formal culinary training. Knowledge of Indonesian ingredients and local tastes is highly valued; fluency in