Corporate Executive Chef

SMA - Strategic Management Alliance; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality management firm in India is seeking a Corporate Executive Chef to drive culinary excellence across multiple properties. The role includes overseeing menu development, kitchen operations, and managing culinary teams. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor's degree in Culinary Management and have 20 years of experience in kitchen management, ideally progressing to a Corporate Chef role. This full-time position requires strong leadership skills and a deep understanding of food safety regulations.

Qualifications

• 20 years experience in Kitchen Management with progressive growth toward a Corporate Chef role.
• Strong expertise in large-scale kitchen operations.
• Deep understanding of food safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead creation and standardisation of menus and recipes.
• Oversee food preparation and ensure quality across properties.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations.

Skills

Menu engineering

Food costing

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Culinary Management or similar

Job description

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We are hiring on behalf of our Client, a prominent Domestic Hotel Brand that holds a substantial presence in the Leisure segment across India. With over 60 properties in its portfolio, including Owned and Managed Properties in prime destinations, they are committed to offering unforgettable experiences to their Guests while fostering a rewarding work environment for their employees.

Position Overview

The Corporate Executive Chef will be responsible for driving Culinary Excellence across multiple properties, ensuring brand consistency, innovation, cost control, and adherence to the highest food quality and safety standards. This is a strategic role based at the Corporate Office, with oversight of menus, kitchen operations, and culinary teams across units.

Key Responsibilities

• Menu Development: Lead the creation, innovation, and standardisation of menus and recipes aligned with the brand philosophy, guest expectations, and market trends.
• Food Preparation & Presentation: Oversee all aspects of food preparation, cooking, plating, and presentation to ensure consistent quality and visual appeal across properties.
• Kitchen Operations Management: Ensure adherence to standardized recipes, portion control, cooking techniques, and SOPs across all kitchens.
• Kitchen Team Leadership: Supervise, train, and mentor Executive Chefs, chefs, and kitchen teams to maintain uniform cooking standards and operational efficiency.
• Cost Control & Profitability: Manage kitchen budgets, food costing, wastage control, and vendor coordination to ensure profitability without compromising quality.
• Food Safety & Compliance: Ensure strict compliance with food safety regulations, hygiene standards, and statutory requirements across all units.
• Training & Development: Design and implement structured training programs to upskill culinary teams and support talent development and succession planning.

Candidate Profile

• Bachelors Degree in Culinary Management or similar
• 20 years experience in Kitchen Management displaying progressive growth towards a Regional / Corporate Chef role with reputed Hotels in India.
• Proven experience in a Corporate / Regional / Multi-Unit Executive Chef role
• Strong expertise in menu engineering, food costing, and large-scale kitchen operations
• Excellent leadership, mentoring, and stakeholder management skills
• Deep understanding of food safety regulations and quality control systems
• Willingness to travel across properties as required

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Management

Industries: Hospitality and Hotels and Motels