Executive Sous Chef - Gran Melia Jakarta

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Chef in managing daily kitchen operations across all outlets and events.
• Ensure consistent implementation of culinary standards, recipes, and food presentation.
• Supervise food preparation, service execution, and kitchen team performance.
• Monitor food cost, labor cost, and kitchen P&L performance in line with budget targets.
• Control inventory, ordering, stock levels, and supplier coordination.
• Ensure compliance with HACCP, hygiene, and food safety standards at all times.
• Lead, train, and develop kitchen team members to maintain high performance.
• Coordinate with F&B and other departments for banquets, events, and daily operations.
• Handle operational issues, guest feedback, and service recovery when needed.
• Promote sustainability practices, including food waste reduction and local sourcing.

Requirements

• Degree or professional training in Culinary Arts, Hospitality, or related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in 4–5 star hotels.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards.
• Solid understanding of kitchen operations, cost control, and food cost management.
• Up to date with culinary trends and gastronomic innovation.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and kitchen management tools.
• Strong leadership and team management skills with good communication ability.
• Highly organized, proactive, and results-driven with strong planning skills.
• Experience in implementing menu development, new concepts, and operational improvements.
• Fluent in Bahasa Indonesia; English proficiency is an advantage.