Responsibilities
- Lead all culinary operations across restaurants, private dining, in-room dining, events, and special experiences.
- Develop and execute innovative menus that celebrate local ingredients, sustainability, wellness, and destination-inspired cuisine.
- Ensure the highest standards of food quality, presentation, hygiene, and consistency across all outlets.
- Drive culinary innovation while maintaining strong commercial performance, cost control, and profitability.
- Manage food costs, inventory controls, purchasing, and supplier relationships.
- Develop seasonal menus, promotions, and guest experiences that enhance the resort’s positioning and revenue opportunities.
- Recruit, train, mentor, and develop culinary talent, fostering a culture of creativity, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Lead, inspire, and develop the culinary team, creating a strong culture of excellence and ownership.
- Deliver ongoing coaching and training to ensure continuous development of culinary talent.
- Drive colleague engagement and foster a positive, collaborative, and high-performance kitchen culture.
- Collaborate closely with Food & Beverage, Wellness, Experiences, and Commercial teams to deliver integrated guest experiences.
- Ensure full compliance with food safety regulations, HACCP standards, and company policies.
- Monitor guest feedback and implement improvements to continuously elevate the culinary offering.
- Support sustainability initiatives through responsible sourcing, waste reduction, and environmentally conscious kitchen practices.
- Maintain exceptional culinary, hygiene, and presentation standards across all food and beverage operations within a remote luxury resort environment.
- Actively contribute to the overall success and reputation of the resort through leadership, innovation, and operational excellence.
Requirements
- A visionary culinary leader with strong operational expertise, creativity, and a passion for storytelling through food.
- Hands-on leader who inspires teams, drives excellence, and consistently delivers elevated guest experiences.
- Passionate about developing people, maintaining world-class standards, and creating memorable dining moments that reflect the spirit of Our Guests.
Work Arrangement
On-site — Mercure Garut City Center
Additional Information
- Must ensure compliance with food safety regulations and HACCP standards.
- Must maintain high standards in a remote luxury resort environment.
