Nusantara Head Chef: Menu Architect & Kitchen Leader

Gakarsa Group; Tangerang; On-site; IDR 240,000,000 - 420,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Gakarsa Group is seeking a Head Chef to lead our kitchen, design menus, and drive cost control in a dynamic independent restaurant setting.

You will manage daily operations, mentor a motivated team, maintain strict hygiene, and ensure extraordinary, consistent flavors that align with the brand.

The ideal candidate brings Nusantara expertise and a proven track record of creating crowd-pleasing dishes.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in head chef role at an independent restaurant.
• Specialization in Nusantara (Indonesian) cuisine.
• Proven record of designing crowd-pleasing menus.
• Strong cost, labor, and kitchen budgeting knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations hands-on.
• Design and launch innovative menus and seasonal dishes.
• Ensure food quality, taste, and presentation while upholding safety standards.
• Manage inventory and negotiate with suppliers to control costs.
• Recruit, train, and schedule kitchen staff.

Skills

Head Chef leadership

Menu development

Cost management

Staff training

Education

Culinary degree

Tools

Inventory software

Job description

Gakarsa Group is seeking a Head Chef to lead our kitchen, design menus, and drive cost control in a dynamic independent restaurant setting.

You will manage daily operations, mentor a motivated team, maintain strict hygiene, and ensure extraordinary, consistent flavors that align with the brand.

The ideal candidate brings Nusantara expertise and a proven track record of creating crowd-pleasing dishes.