Head Chef

Luxury Wellness

Hiring!

We are seeking a creative, passionate, and experienced Head Chef to lead our culinary operations. In this role, you will be responsible for menu development, food quality control, kitchen staff management, cost control, and maintaining the highest standards of hygiene and culinary excellence across our dining outlets/villa estate.

Key responsibilities

• Direct and supervise all kitchen operations, leading, training, and mentoring the culinary team to ensure high performance and consistency
• Design, test, and implement innovative, high-quality menus including seasonal offerings, special dietary requirements, and VIP tailored dining
• Oversee daily food preparation and presentation to guarantee exceptional taste, presentation, and strict adherence to recipe standards
• Manage food cost budgets, calculate dish costing, oversee inventory stock, reduce waste, and negotiate with suppliers for premium ingredients
• Enforce strict health, safety, and sanitation standards (HACCP / Food Safety guidelines) across all kitchen areas, equipment, and food storage
• Work closely with the front-of-house team and villa/restaurant management to ensure smooth service during peak hours and special events

About you

• Culinary Arts Degree, Diploma in Hospitality Management, or equivalent professional culinary certification
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience as a Head Chef, Executive Sous Chef, or Senior Sous Chef in luxury 5-star hotels, high-end resorts, or fine-dining establishments
• Deep expertise in international and local cuisines, modern cooking techniques, menu planning, and plate design
• Strong team management skills, financial awareness (food cost calculation, budgeting), and inventory management proficiency
• Fluent in English and Indonesian (spoken and written)
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including split shifts, weekends, and public holidays

Benefits

• Competitive Base Salary & Monthly Service Charge
• Health Insurance (BPJS / Private Coverage)
• Duty Meals & Performance Incentives
• Career Advancement & Creative Freedom