Culinary Head Chef
Create and refresh new menus constantly focusing on both authentic Thai cuisine covering all parts of Thailand, as well as combining with Western and Asian influences for fusion dishes
Control food ordering and preparation process
Manage training and hiring functions for the kitchen
Manage Standard Operating Procedures for current and future staff to adhere to, as well as to be part of a Comprehensive Franchise Manual
Maintaining updated food costing and analyzing profitability of various cuisine groups and suggesting solutions for cost controls and profit maximization
Assisting with attendance, leave, welfare, compensation, and other relevant Human Resource functions pertaining to kitchen team
Maintaining high levels of cleanliness, food safety and preparation standards throughout the kitchen
Ensure optimal and harmonious teamwork between the kitchen and service team
Minimum of 10 years’ experience specializing in all aspects of Thai cuisine and Asian fusion dishes
Currently a practicing, established and experienced kitchen Chef
Abundant experience working in various Thai restaurant backgrounds, including but not limited to hotel, food chains, specialty restaurant
Able to prepare all Thai dishes and sauces from base ingredients, with minimal reliance on finished or processed products
Keeping abreast of latest food trends and equipment capabilities and processes
Ability to communicate effectively with staff from all other nationalities
Effective usage of basic computer programs for planning and organization purposes
Willingness to work beyond normal working hours, including rotational day and midnight shifts