Head Chef
Core
Accountable for overall success of daily kitchen operations, leading staff, managing food functions, and ensuring high-quality product delivery across banquets, room service, restaurants, and cafeterias.
Role type
Senior IC Head Chef (Kitchen Operations)
Builds
Daily food products and services for guests across multiple dining outlets
Domain
Hospitality / Culinary Arts
Required skills
Kitchen operations management, staff leadership and development, menu development, food cost and budget management, sanitation and safety compliance, guest service management, purchasing and inventory control
Preferred skills
Culinary talent demonstration, new cooking techniques training, performance appraisal administration, cross-departmental collaboration
Technologies
POS systems, inventory management software, kitchen display systems
Responsibilities
Lead kitchen management team and provide direction for day-to-day operations; Develop and implement guidelines for purchasing, receiving, and food storage; Monitor food quality and ensure compliance with handling and sanitation standards; Manage departmental expenses including food cost, supplies, and equipment; Train kitchen associates on cooking fundamentals and plate presentation; Handle guest complaints and improve service based on feedback.