Executive Chef: Culinary Visionary for 4-5 Star Hotel Dining

Pullman Hotels & Resorts; Kuching; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Pullman Kuching is seeking an accomplished Executive Chef to lead the hotel's culinary operations, delivering exceptional dining experiences across all outlets and banquets. You will design innovative menus, manage food costs and inventory, uphold HACCP standards, and mentor a diverse team to achieve consistent, high-quality results in a 4- to 5-star setting in Kuching.

The role requires strong leadership, excellent communication, and the ability to work flexible hours including weekends and

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management or a related field.
• 8–10 years of culinary experience, including ≥3 years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven Executive Chef or Executive Sous Chef experience in a 4–5 star hotel.
• Strong knowledge of international and local cuisines, banquets, and menu development.
• Knowledge of food costing, budgeting, inventory management and HACCP standards.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Flexible to work shifts, weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all kitchen operations to ensure high standards of food quality, presentation and service.
• Lead, supervise and develop the culinary team across all outlets and banquet operations.
• Plan and develop innovative menus in line with hotel standards and guest preferences.
• Manage food costs, inventory, budgeting and wastage control.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene and HACCP standards.
• Monitor kitchen productivity, manpower planning and operational efficiency.
• Work closely with the Food & Beverage team to enhance guest satisfaction and dining experiences.
• Drive culinary innovation and maintain consistency across all dining outlets.

Skills

Leadership

Menu development

Food cost control

HACCP knowledge

Kitchen operations

Team management

Education

Diploma or Degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management or related field

Job description

Pullman Kuching is seeking an accomplished Executive Chef to lead the hotel's culinary operations, delivering exceptional dining experiences across all outlets and banquets. You will design innovative menus, manage food costs and inventory, uphold HACCP standards, and mentor a diverse team to achieve consistent, high-quality results in a 4- to 5-star setting in Kuching.

The role requires strong leadership, excellent communication, and the ability to work flexible hours including weekends and