Chef De Cuisine – Four Seasons Yachts – Jakarta

Job Description

Tasks and Responsibilities :

• Manage daily culinary operations, ensuring seamless coordination between kitchen and service staff for prompt and consistent food service.
• Ensure that kitchen operations adhere to the highest standards of cleanliness, efficiency, and safety.
• Responsibility is to deliver outstanding food quality and service while mentoring and developing the culinary team through an inspirational and inclusive leadership approach.
• Collaborate with onboard culinary teams to design innovative menus that reflect current trends and cater to diverse dietary preferences.
• Regularly review and update menu offerings based on guest feedback, seasonal ingredients, and emerging culinary trends.
• Craft industry-best “surprise and delight” experiences.

Other Duties and Responsibilities :

• Control labor and operating expenses through effective planning, budgeting, and inventory management, with a focus on creative revenue generation.
• Uphold high standards of food quality, presentation, and safety, ensuring compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations (VSP).
• Contribute to long-term vision and strategic planning for culinary operations, including new concepts and service innovations.
• Stay informed about industry trends to keep the yacht’s culinary offerings competitive and appealing.

Requirements :

• Minimum of 7-10 years in food and beverage management, with at least 3-5 years in a culinary management role.
• Role. Proven experience in luxury hospitality or yacht/cruise line operations is preferred. Exceptional leadership, strategic planning, and operational excellence are required.
• Strong communication skills and proficiency in English are essential.
• Familiarity with food and beverage operational systems is a must.
• Michelin Star restaurant or hotel experience is considered ideal.

Preferred :

• Fluency in additional language(s)
• Cruise Ship Experience.

Required computer skills :

• Proficient in MS Office (PowerPoint, Word, Excel and Outlook).
• Possess sufficient computer knowledge to use the company software.