Executive Chef

About the employer

Role summary

Team and kitchen leadership

• Manage day-to-day kitchen activities across two hotels; plan and assign work and establish colleague performance and development goals.
• Mentor and coach colleagues, provide regular feedback, help manage conflict, and support performance improvement.
• Train colleagues on brand standards, service behaviors, and governmental regulations; ensure they have tools, training, and equipment.
• Promote teamwork and quality service through daily coordination with other departments.
• Recommend or initiate staffing actions, including promotions and disciplinary measures, under company policies.

Food, menus, and guest experience

• Maintain accurate costing and documentation of dishes prepared and sold in food-and-beverage operations.
• Solicit guest feedback, help address kitchen-service questions and issues, and coordinate with Food and Beverage on menus and dining arrangements.
• Ensure menu items follow established recipes and presentation standards; develop concepts for outlets and catering events.
• Monitor competitor and industry trends.

Inventory, facilities, and compliance

• Maintain secure, proper storage of food, beverages, inventory, and equipment; replenish supplies and minimize waste and pilferage.
• Keep kitchen equipment and storerooms operational and regularly cleaned.
• Follow governmental regulations, brand standards, and company policies and procedures.
• Participate in the annual hotel budget and departmental goal setting.

Experience and expertise

• Proven experience as an Executive Chef or Head Chef in a reputable establishment.
• Extensive culinary arts, cooking-technique, and international-cuisine knowledge; strong leadership and team-management skills.
• Excellent understanding of food costing, inventory management, and budgeting.
• Proficiency in hygiene and food-safety regulations, such as HACCP.
• Creative flair and a passion for developing new dishes and menus.
• Relevant culinary degree or certification.

What the employer offers

• The employer mentions a competitive salary, full uniform, room discounts, and training opportunities; no salary amount or pay cadence is stated.
• IHG describes an inclusive workplace that supports colleague wellbeing, development, and belonging.