Head Chef - Casa Brera at SINGAPORE MARRIOTT TANG PLAZA HOTEL

Milan, Lombardy, Italy -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

27 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Kitchen Operations, Quality Control, Efficiency, Team Leadership, Menu Development, Cost Control, Stock Management, Food Presentation, Hygiene Standards, Staff Supervision, Financial Management, Guest Relations, Training Development, Italian, English

Industry

Hospitality

Description

Casa Brera, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Milan is currently recruiting a Head Chef. Reporting to the F&B Manager, the role is responsible for kitchen operations, with a focus on consistency, quality, and efficiency. Rooted in a strong sense of place and craftsmanship, this role is ideal for a hands‑on chef with a solid hospitality background and a passion for delivering thoughtful, well‑executed cuisine. The Head Chef will play a key role in guiding and engaging the kitchen team, ensuring consistency, quality, and a seamless culinary experience across Etereo rooftop restaurant, room service and events. Key Responsibilities are: * Oversee daily kitchen operations for Etereo, In‑Room Dining, and Events, ensuring consistent quality and execution. * Lead and motivate the kitchen team, promoting collaboration, engagement, and professional standards. * Maintain food quality, presentation, and hygiene in line with company and legislation standards. * Support menu development and seasonal updates aligned with the restaurant concept. * Work closely with F&B and Events teams to ensure smooth service and cohesive guest experience. * Monitor cost control, ordering, and stock management. About us Located near the iconic Teatro alla Scala, Casa Brera, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Milan is an authentic expression of the city’s evocative spirit, intertwined with the rhythm of the Brera neighborhood. The hotel is a gateway to the rich tapestry of Milanese history, art and culture. An interpretation of the city’s timeless elegance, brought to life by celebrated designer, Patricia Urquiola, there are 101 guestrooms and 15 suites, including the refined Milanese Suite. Favored by locals and guests, Casa Brera, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Milan, is a must-visit location for worldly epicureans. Presenting a symphony of flavors, regional cuisine is redefined. A rare sky bar and restaurant, Etereo is where a rooftop pool and panoramic views meet exceptional gastronomy. In addition, guests can savor delicious breakfast options and enjoy classic Milanese aperitivo Here, you will find an authentic and modern team that aims at crafting unique experiences that connect our guests with Milanese heritage in a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere. What you’ll do Ensuring Culinary Standards and Responsibilities are Met * Prepares and cooks foods of all types, either on a regular basis or for special guests or functions. * Reviews and adjust systems and procedures in the kitchen to ensure their effectiveness. * Develops, designs, or creates new menus and recipes based on standards or artistic contributions. * Demonstrates knowledge of high quality food products, presentations and flavor. * Ensures compliance with food handling and sanitation standards. * Ensures compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. * Follows proper handling and right temperature of all food products. * Knows and implements brand’s Safety Standards. * Supervises kitchen shift operations and ensures compliance with all Food & Beverage policies, standards and procedures. * Maintains purchasing, receiving and food storage standards. * Operates and maintains all department equipment and reports malfunctions. * Supports procedures for food & beverage portion and waste controls. * Develop and implement environmentally friendly processes and procedures for food preparation, energy use and waste management in the restaurant. * Checks the quality of raw and cooked food products to ensure that standards are met. * Assists in determining how food should be presented and creates decorative food displays. Leading Culinary Team * Supervises and coordinates activities of cooks and workers engaged in food preparation. * Utilizes interpersonal and communication skills to lead, influence, and encourage others; advocates sound financial/business decision making; demonstrates honesty/integrity; leads by example. * Supervises and manages employees. * Manages all day-to-day operations. Understands employee positions well enough to perform duties in employees' absence. * Encourages and builds mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members. * Serves as a role model to demonstrate appropriate behaviors. * Ensures and maintains the productivity level of employees. * Ensures that menu items are prepared and presented according to use record standards. * Establishes and maintains open, collaborative relationships with employees and ensures employees do the same within the team. * Estimates daily production needs on a weekly basis and communicates production needs to kitchen personnel daily. * Leads shifts while personally preparing food items and executing requests based on required specifications. Maintaining Culinary Goals * Achieves and exceeds goals including performance goals, budget goals, team goals, etc. * Develops specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work. * Comprehends budgets, operating statements and payroll progress reports as needed to assist in the financial management of department. * Schedules employees to business demands and tracks employee time and attendance. * Understands the impact of departments operation on the overall property financial goals and objectives and manages to achieve or exceed budgeted goals. * Orders employee uniforms according to budget and ensures uniforms are properly inventoried and maintained. * Reviews staffing levels to ensure that guest service, operational and financial objectives are met. Ensuring Exceptional Customer Service * Provides services that are above and beyond for customer satisfaction and retention. * Manages day-to-day operations, ensuring the quality, standards and meeting the expectations of the customers on a daily basis. * Improves service by communicating and assisting individuals to understand guest needs, providing guidance, feedback, and individual coaching when needed. * Sets a positive example for guest relations. * Handles guest problems and complaints. * Strives to improve service performance. * Helps employees receive on-going training to understand guest expectations. Managing and Conducting Human Resource Activities * Identifies the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills. * Identifies the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others. * Assists as needed in the interviewing and hiring of employee team members with appropriate skills. * Participates in the employee performance appraisal process, providing feedback as needed. * Solicits employee feedback, utilizes an "open door" policy and reviews employee satisfaction results to identify and address employee problems or concerns. * Participates in training the Restaurant and Catering staff on menu items including ingredients, preparation methods and unique tastes. What you’ll need: * Demonstrated interest in luxury hospitality and fine dining * Effective communication skills, with the ability to collaborate clearly and professionally within a team. * Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, service-oriented environment. * Good knowledge of Italian and English * Ability to apply health, safety, and hygiene standards and procedures consistently. What we offer: * A unique opportunity to be part of a luxury lifestyle hotel where we celebrate your unique talent. * Part of Marriott International, the largest hospitality brand in the world- this means national and internal promotion opportunities for the right candidates. The sky is your limit here. * World class training and development programs tailored to enhancing your skills and help you grow within the Marriott family. * Work alongside some amazing talent- award winning, experienced hospitality professionals. * Discounted room nights, meals, and spa access in more than 9,000 hotels worldwide-because your wellbeing means so much. * Discounts for your friends and family. * 5euros breakfast when staying at any of our European hotels. * Performance and Recognition programs. * Wellness and sustainability initiatives. Explore our very big world As a world-class leader in the travel industry, there’s no better place than Marriott International to make your mark. Joining us, you’ll get to entertain and meet people from all over the world as you build your experience. You’ll find a place where your personality and ideas are appreciated just as much as the work you do. And you’ll grow through opportunities to explore the business, opening yourself to various career options. If you have the natural ability to communicate and enjoy working with others, we welcome you to join our global family. You’re welcomed here Our highest priority is making you feel as welcome as our guests. We want you to know you’re important to us and that you’ll make an impact in your role, and for that, you’ll be appreciated and valued. Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Marriott International does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws. The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts, with over 120 properties in more than 35 countries, offers the promise of authentic experiences that evoke lasting, treasured memories. Our more than 100 years of experience, beginning in 1906 under the Italian CIGA brand – a collection of Europe's most celebrated and iconic properties – serves as a solid foundation as we continuously evolve to exceed the desires of the luxury traveler. From legendary palaces and remote retreats to timeless modern classics, each luxury hotel and resort is a unique and cherished expression of its locale – a portal to the destination’s cultural charms and treasures. If you are someone with an appreciation for evocative storytelling, a keen interest and passion for this destination's heritage, and a desire to deliver genuine, personalized, and anticipatory hospitality, then we invite you on our journey. In joining The Luxury Collection, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.

Responsibilities

The Head Chef is responsible for overseeing all daily kitchen operations across the rooftop restaurant, room service, and events, ensuring consistent quality, efficiency, and execution. This role involves leading and motivating the kitchen team, maintaining high standards of food quality and hygiene, and supporting menu development aligned with the restaurant concept.