Executive Chef

About SO/ Bangkok

Located in the vibrant capital of exotic Thailand, SO/ Bangkok combines modern dynamism with classic wonder in a true meeting of East and West. With 237 rooms and suites, the urban luxury design hotel offers themed accommodations created around the Five Elements - Water, Earth, Wood, Metal, and Fire. Inspired and innovative, SO/ Bangkok is an iconic landmark of design and a masterpiece of collaboration by Thailand’s top five designers and world renowned fashion designer Monsieur Christian Lacroix.  

An exciting selection of innovative restaurants and bars showcase the very best in refined dining in a variety of relaxing ambiences. SO/ Bangkok commands a prime central location where anything is possible, from contemporary high-rises to traditional Buddhist temples, from bustling street markets to ritzy upscale shopping complexes, from notorious nightlife to a gourmet’s choice of dining.

JOB PURPOSE

Supervise the function of all Culinary Arts team member, facilities and costs, hence contributes to maximizing the overall Wine & Dine department profit.

Tasks and duties

• Managing the overall kitchen operation of a restaurant.

• Developing and planning menus based on the restaurant's concept and target customers.

• Ordering inventory and purchasing supplies and ingredients.

• Ensuring food quality and presentation are up to the restaurant's standards.

• Training and supervising kitchen staff, including sous chefs, line cooks, and dishwashers.

• Keeping compliance with health and safety regulations and food handling procedures.

• Developing and enforcing kitchen policies and protocols.

• Managing kitchen budget and expenses.

• Collaborating with restaurant management to create and implement marketing strategies.

• Keeping up with industry trends and incorporating new ideas and techniques into the menu and kitchen operation.

• Culinary Education: A culinary arts degree is often preferred.
• Experience: At least 10 years of experience in a similar position.
• Knowledge: Advanced knowledge of food principles, human resources management, and back-of-house (BOH) systems.
• Skills: Excellent communication skills, leadership abilities, and the capacity to meet deadlines.
• Flexibility: Availability to work on-call, shifts, weekends, and public holidays.
• These qualifications help ensure that an executive chef can effectively manage kitchen operations and lead a culinary team.

Benefits:

• Life & Health insurance
• SSO
• Duty Meals
• Provident fund
• Heartist Card