PURPOSE
This position is responsible for leading and managing the culinary operations for our Super Luxury Club Unit, ensuring exceptional food quality, consistency, and creativity in line with the brand’s standards. The role contributes to guest satisfaction, operational efficiency, and financial performance through strategic menu planning, cost control, team development, and collaboration with procurement, F&B; service, and other departments. It ensures compliance with food safety regulations while fostering innovation and maintaining high standards of hygiene, presentation, and culinary excellence.

KEY ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS
Reports to: Unit Head | Corporate Executive Chef
Reporting Roles: Executive Sous Chef, CDC, Sr. Sous/Sous Chefs, Junior Sous Chefs, Chef de Partie and Commis
Interacts with:
• External - Members/Guests, Vendors, Consultants, Service Providers, Authorities
• Internal - Functional heads, Managers, Supervisors, Staff, Contractual Staff

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Drive Operational Excellence
• Oversee daily kitchen operations including food preparation, production,



and presentation in accordance with brand standards.
• Develop and implement seasonal and signature menus, ensuring creativity, guest appeal, and alignment with food trends.
• Maintain kitchen efficiency through process optimization, portion control, and timely service delivery.
• Ensure inventory and stock management for raw materials, minimizing waste and controlling food cost.

Applied Culinary Excellence
• Implement hands-on training and culinary development programs for chefs at all levels.
• Standardize recipes and SOPs to ensure consistency in taste, quality, and presentation.
• Lead tasting panels, food trials, and pre-launch briefings to reinforce culinary standards.

People Management
• Supervise and coach the entire culinary team, managing rosters, and delegate the tasks.
• Promote a culture of collaboration, hygiene, and discipline within the kitchen brigade.
• Conduct per

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