Executive Chef

About the role

Accor is hiring a full-time Executive Chef in Colombo to lead and oversee all kitchen operations, including restaurants, banquets and special events. The role covers menu development, kitchen performance management and team supervision within a supportive, growing hospitality environment.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all kitchen operations, including restaurants, banquet and special events.
• Develop menus, recipes and food concepts with a focus on quality, creativity, consistency and cost control.
• Manage kitchen performance through budgeting, forecasting, food cost analysis and monthly P&L review.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, HACCP and hotel operational standards.
• Supervise and develop culinary team members through training, scheduling, coaching and performance management.
• Plan and execute food promotions and seasonal culinary programmes.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure smooth hotel operations and guest satisfaction.
• Monitor market trends, guest preferences and competitor offerings to improve culinary experiences and business performance.

Required profile

• Proven experience as Executive Chef or in a senior culinary leadership role in an upscale or midscale hotel or resort.
• Diploma or degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management or a related field preferred.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of international cuisine, banquet operations, menu engineering and food costing.
• Leadership, team management and communication skills.
• Understanding of budgeting, forecasting and financial performance analysis.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP, food safety and hygiene standards.