Executive Chef - Six Senses Milan (New Hotel Opening)

IHG Hotels & Resorts; Milano; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Six Senses Milan is seeking an Executive Chef to oversee the culinary department and deliver exceptional product and service within brand standards.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Culinary Arts with 5+ years of management experience, and fluency in English and Italian with valid work authorization for Italy. You will lead a team of chefs, ensure LQA compliance, and collaborate with the General Manager on budget and sustainability goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree/Diploma in Culinary Arts plus 5+ years related experience, including management.
• Fluent in English and Italian; additional languages preferred.

Responsibilities

• Full responsibility for the efficient operation of the Kitchen department.
• Lead a team of experienced Chefs who manage their own teams daily.
• Assist General Manager on meeting/exceeding annual budget in revenue and cost control.
• Ensure purchasing meets Six Senses nutrition and sustainability platforms.
• Review stocktakes and proper storage in line with Six Senses hygiene standards.
• Develop standard recipes for all dishes and ensure presentation photos.

Skills

Fluent English

Fluent Italian

Education

Bachelor's degree/Diploma in Culinary Arts

Job description

Duties and Responsibilities

Iwillassume full responsibility for theefficientoperation culinary departmentto provideexceptional product andservicewithinbrandoperating standards.

• Keep abreast of industry trends and practices and update knowledge and skills to improve the product and service offering.
• Focus on the rejuvenation of the culinary experience.
• Products and services will be constantly assessed and reviewed to remain relevant, innovative and in keeping with Six Senses wellness and sustainability practices.
• Focus and review regularly through my physical presence in all areas of kitchen, our rigorous adherence to LQA standards.
• Full responsibility for the efficient operation of the Kitchen department.
• Responsible for an exceptional guest experience in culinary offering.
• Ensure and review that purchasing practices meet the requirements of the Six Senses nutrition and sustainability platforms.
• Assess and review stocktakes and storage areas to ensure all stock is on hand, properly stored and in line with Six Senses control and hygiene standards.
• Ensure and approve that standard recipes are developed for all dishes, including food presentation photographs.
• Lead a team of engaged and experienced Chefs who each manage their own teams on a daily basis to provide the Six Senses exceptional standards of operation and service.
• Assist General Manager on meeting and exceeding the annual budget in terms of both revenue generation and cost control.

Qualifications

To execute the position of Executive Chef, I must have the required qualifications, technical skills and experience in a similar role in luxury hotels with proven results and includes the following:

Possess a Bachelor's degree/Diploma in Culinary Arts, or related field plus 5 or more years related experience, including management experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Fluent in English and Italian, I understand that additional languages are preferred.

Valid authorization to work in Italy is required. Applicants must hold the appropriate visa and/or work permit where applicable. European visa or valid work permit required.

The above is intended to provide an overview of the role and responsibilities for an Executive Chef at Six Senses Milan. It is not and does not infer that the above is an inclusive and/or exhaustive list of the duties and responsibilities inherent in the position.

Six Senses Milan is an equal opportunity employer. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.

Six Senses serves as a changemaker and maintains a leadership commitment to community, sustainability, emotional hospitality, wellness, and crafted experiences, infused with a touch of quirkiness.

Whether an exquisite island resort, mountain retreat, or urban hotel; Six Senses unites a diverse, multinational, and multicultural portfolio of properties. Each host brings to life the values in their own way, while delivering on the brand’s vision: to reawaken people’s senses so they feel the purpose behind their travels and ultimately reconnect with themselves, others, and the world around them.

You’re about to be the author of this journey that takes you through life’s undiscovered passageways, hidden treasures, and meaningful experiences.

It’s a story unlike any other. Out of the ordinary, one could say. A journey across lands and seas, a tale about what it means to connect to the world around us.

Let the journey begin.