Chef de Cuisine - Herbs & Spice (Village Square)

Job description

We are seeking an exceptional Vietnamese/Asian Chef to join our team and help elevate our culinary offerings.

The ideal candidate specializes in high-heat, wok-based cooking, with a focus on planning, preparing, and executing a variety of Vietnamese menus and Asian dishes with speed, precision, and consistency.

Assisting in ensuring that all culinary activities are aligned with the overall Corporate Strategy and that corresponding hotel-level initiatives are implemented where applicable.

Planning, prepping, and executing traditional Vietnamese regional and Southeast Asian cuisine using authentic techniques, ensuring exceptional food quality.

· Managing food and labor costs, and ordering food supplies based on seasonal business requirements.

· Monitoring and tasting the quality of dishes at all stages of preparation and presentation.

· Communicating, training, and demonstrating techniques to both kitchen and front-of-house staff, and advising on cooking procedures to fit the restaurant's concept.

· Responsible for teamwork and collaboration with other hotel kitchens, including banquet, MICE, and event operations.

· Filling in where needed to ensure guest service standards and efficient operations for Park Hyatt.

· Must be able to handle high-volume production and manage a large team during breakfast, lunch, and dinner rushes.

· Collaborating with restaurant management to develop marketing strategies and promotions.

· Maintains a positive attitude and works well with others — teamwork and cooperation are essential.

· Completes all opening and closing duties as assigned for the restaurant.

Desired profile

Qualifications :

Minimum requirements

· 3+ years of experience as a Chef de Cuisine in a top-level Vietnamese, Asian, or Chinese restaurant; experience in an international 5-star hotel is a plus.

· Experience in fast-paced, reputable kitchens and a strong work ethic.

· Advanced wok experience and knife-handling skills (sauté, fry, steam, and soups); strong knowledge of Asian ingredients and sauces.

· Ability to understand both written and spoken English and Vietnamese. Knowledge of other Asian languages and cooking skills would be a plus.

· Knowledge of Chinese and Cantonese cuisine would be a plus.

· The role requires the Chef de Cuisine to stay up to date with industry trends and maintain a clean and organized kitchen.