Executive Chef | AYANA Komodo

Job Title : Executive Chef

Location : AYANA Labuan Bajo (AYANA Komodo Waecicu Beach), Flores, Indonesia

Reports to: General Manager

Role Summary

Lead all culinary operations for a luxury, multi-outlet seaside resort, delivering world-class, guest-centric cuisine that showcases premium seafood and local Flores produce alongside international offerings. Drive quality, innovation, sustainability, food safety, and profitability across restaurants, bars, in-room dining, banqueting/weddings/MICE, and specialty Yacht and experiential dining.

Key Responsibilities

• Culinary leadership: Define culinary vision, develop seasonal and destination-driven menus (Indonesian/Flores specialties, Japanese/seafood, Western, wellness/plant-based, kids, dietary needs).
• Operations excellence: Oversee daily kitchen operations, SOPs, HACCP/food safety, hygiene audits, equipment care, and preventive maintenance.
• Financial management: Budgeting, forecasting, menu engineering, product specs, supplier selection/negotiation, inventory and waste control to achieve targeted food and labor costs.
• Team leadership: Recruit, train, schedule, coach, and performance-manage a multi-outlet brigade; build local talent pipelines and succession plans.
• Guest experience: Ensure consistent taste, presentation, and speed; engage with guests and VIPs; respond to feedback; support PR/photo shoots and culinary storytelling.
• Events & banquets: Design and execute high-volume, premium events (weddings, MICE, beach/pier dinners, yacht charters) with flawless logistics and costing.
• Sustainability: Champion responsible sourcing (especially seafood), local partnerships, waste reduction, and plastic/energy/water stewardship aligned with AYANA standards.
• Compliance & risk: Maintain zero-critical nonconformities; ensure health, safety, and halal-friendly handling where applicable.

Key KPIs

• Guest satisfaction/food OSAT and review scores
• Food and labor cost within budget; revenue and GOP targets
• Hygiene audit scores with zero critical issues
• Employee engagement, training completion, and retention
• Food waste reduction and sustainability goals

Work Conditions

Full-time, on-site leadership role; flexibility for weekends/holidays and peak event periods.

Requirements

• 8–10+ years in luxury 5-star resorts; 3+ years as Executive Chef or strong Executive Sous Chef in multi-outlet and banqueting environments.
• Proven expertise in Indonesian/Pan-Asian and Western cuisines; strong seafood and Japanese experience preferred.
• Track record in menu engineering, cost control, supplier management, HACCP/ISO-based systems.
• Inspirational people leader with excellent communication; fluent English (Bahasa Indonesia an advantage).
• Culinary degree/apprenticeship or equivalent.

Benefits

Compensation & Financial

• Competitive base salary
• Annual performance bonus tied to F&B KPIs and Revenue
• Tax handling/equalization (for expats) and full work-permit/visa sponsorship
• Comprehensive health insurance for self (and family, if applicable)
• Relocation package: flights, temporary housing, and shipping allowance

Lifestyle & Location

• In-housing or housing allowance
• Home leave flights
• Duty meals, uniforms, and laundry provided
• Access to world-class diving and Komodo National Park
• Complimentary or discounted stays across AYANA properties; dining/spa/gym privilege
• Community engagement and CSR programs; volunteer days in conservation or local education

Career Growth & Brand

• Leadership role in a flagship, luxury, multi-outlet resort with regional brand visibility
• Clear pathway to cluster/group roles or cross-property transfers (e.g., AYANA Bali/Jakarta)