Sous Chef - Private Dining - Aman Nai Lert Bangkok

AMAN Group Sarl; Bangkok; On-site; IDR 481,799,000 - 749,465,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary nights

F&B discount at Aman Nai Lert Bangkok

Spa discount

Uniform provided

Meal provided

Job summary

Aman Nai Lert Bangkok is seeking an experienced kitchen leader to oversee operations and drive high-quality food production in a luxury hotel setting.

You will train and manage kitchen staff, maintain hygiene and cost controls, and coordinate with outlets to ensure guest satisfaction and consistent service standards.

Qualifications

• Well groomed and presentable with Aman image.
• Fluent in English and Thai required.
• Degree or diploma in any discipline is acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee kitchen operations and food production for high quality, cost control, and guest satisfaction.
• Train, supervise, and develop kitchen staff to maintain hygiene and service standards.
• Coordinate with outlets and management to ensure timely service and menu execution.
• Maintain HACCP hygiene standards and daily/weekly cleaning schedules.
• Assist in budgeting, recipe development, and cost management.

Skills

Fluent English

Fluent Thai

Hotel kitchen experience

Leadership

Education

Degree/Diploma in any discipline

Job description

Location OverviewJoin our team in Aman Nai Lert. Amid the skyscrapers of central Bangkok, Thailand’s first urban Aman hotel and residences will rise from the verdant sanctuary that is Nai Lert Park. Here, history and nature will come together to tell a new Aman story, one entwined with the exceptional legacy of Thailand’s revered Nai Lert family.RoleAssist in overseeing kitchen operations and food production, ensuring high food quality, cost control, and profitability while maximizing guest satisfaction. Maintain a positive work environment through effective training, supervision, and team development, while ensuring compliance with hygiene and sanitation standards. Serve as a key link between the culinary team and management, supporting hotel objectives and upholding Aman service standards.ResponsibilitiesTo report for duty punctually, well-groomed and always wearing the correct uniform and name badge.To accept flexible work schedule necessary for uninterrupted service to guests.To always project a positive and motivated attitude and exercise self-control.To develop a solid working relationships with other departments within areas of responsibilityMaintain comprehensive product knowledge including ingredients, equipment, suppliers, markets, and current trends and make recommendations for appropriate adjustments to kitchen operations accordingly.To have a complete understanding of the company's policy relating to fire, hygiene and safety.To attend and conduct regular departmental meetings and daily briefings with the Executive Chef and the outlet managers and other food and beverage heads of department.To co-ordinate kitchen staff operation and organize communication with the outlets.To ensures readiness and makes priorities in case of last-minute changes to reservations.To ensure that all departmental reports, schedules, standards recipes, menus, food presentation photographs and correspondence are completed in cooperation with the Executive Chef and the F&B Manager accurately and punctually.To ensure that the kitchens and equipment are always properly maintained and in good condition with minimum breakage.To accurately maintain accident records, in turn ensuring all hazardous situations are reviewed to minimize the rise of future incidents.To assist with organizing special events and special food promotions.To ensure that the market list is being ordered and received in time with the highest quality and hygienic standards.To assist all chefs to achieve the best quality in food production and take part in working out new dishes based on customer demand, variety of menus and up-to-date concepts.To frequently taste food & beverages in all outlets and be demanding and critical when it comes to quality and presentation standards.To guarantee consistency according to the given recipes ensuring that their heads of section take corrective actions as necessary.To schedule employees in line with varying business levels to maximize productivity and minimize payroll costs.To assist in the building of an efficient team of employees through multi skilling, multi-tasking and flexible scheduling and by taking an active interest in their welfare, safety and development.To maintain good working relationships with colleagues and all other departments.To have a complete understanding of the hotel's employee handbook and adhere to the regulations contained within it.To conduct the employee satisfaction survey and the related follow-up program.To assist in conducting assessment and annual performance evaluations in cooperation with HR.To help the chef de cuisine with organizing and conducting training in cooking methods and improve operation standards also providing the necessary equipment to perform their function.To work with the chef se cuisine in the preparation and management of the department’s budget and capexTo develop and write the necessary recipes and their cost.To build a cost-conscious culture among the team to meet the monthly targets.To monitor purchasing practices to ensure maximum quality at the lowest possible price.To carry out on daily basis for food spoilage and wastage regulating the purchase accordingly.To maintain an immaculate personal hygiene of him/herself and the colleagues.To organize all basic and advanced training related to hygiene awareness including the HACCP certificate for the whole team.To create an hygiene monitoring system for all chefs to ensure the HACCP standards are followed and maintained.To organize a daily, weekly and monthly cleaning schedule for the entire area including cold and room temperature storage.RequirementsWell groomedPresentable in accordance with Aman imageArticulate and refined speechFluent in English and ThaiDegree/Diploma in any disciplineMinimum of 7-10 years in the kitchen of a five-star hotel or high-end conceptsBenefitsAt Aman Group, we believe that our colleagues are at the core of our success. We offer a range of benefits to support both your personal and professional growth across existing and upcoming destinations. From exciting development opportunities to competitive compensation, we prioritise and support your career journey, making you feel valued, included and at home.Aman Global Complimentary Night Program.Discount on Food & Beverage Outlets at Aman Nai Lert Bangkok.Aman Retail and Spa Treatment discount.Uniform provided.Meal is provided.If you thrive in an ultra-luxury environment and are passionate about warm and personalised hospitality where every detail matters, we invite you to join us on our journey.