Chef Executivo

Job Summary:

1. Ensures the hotel food and beverage provides “face to the hotel”, “talking points” for the media and provides and provides guests and local residents with reasons to return;

2. Constantly looks for ways to improve consistency and variety and showcase the food and beverage offerings of the hotel appropriate to the evolving market positioning and Forbes Five Star Standards;

3. Places the right people in the right roles and at the right time to ensure the highest delivery possible supporting revenue and service goals. A hands on and involved approach is essential for success;

4. Oversees,  the creation of the department’s expenditure forecasts and annual budget in line with the needs of the hotel and financial requirements;

5. Creates and maintains checklists and leads regular inspections with management to ensure the hotel is maintained to a Five Star International standards;

6. Maintains effective communication with key partners and suppliers to ensure the hotel obtains the best quality and the most attractive price for the quality required;

7. Remains up to date with brand and industry practices for maximum benefit of the hotel;

8. Ensures the kitchens are immaculate and hygiene standards are fully complaint with all FSMS and government standards;

9. Fosters and motivates talent by overseeing training leading to a clear understanding by the team of expectations;

10. In constantly visible in the hotel outlets as well as the local market to engage guests and his peers for the benefit of the hotel;

Job Requirements:

1. Excellent communication and presentation skills. Experience to put the most effective team together to achieve the objectives;

2. A minimum of 10 years professional work experience with at least 4-5 years Executive Level in an internationally branded  5 Star hotel. Experience in China;

3. Financial acumen to deliver accurate forecasts and budgeting in line with brand standards;

4. A high level of English communication both written and oral;

5. The ability to manage a large and complex team to ensure the department can meet and exceed the hotel goals.