Executive Sous Chef

Job Description

The Executive Sous Chef supports the Executive Chef in managing kitchen operations, food quality, menu execution, cost control, hygiene, and team performance. Candidates should have substantial experience in hotel or resort kitchens, strong knowledge of international cuisine, HACCP and food-safety standards, and proven supervisory skills. The role requires leadership, creativity, organization, and the ability to work effectively under pressure in a busy resort environment. The successful candidate is expected to train and motivate culinary colleagues, maintain consistent service standards, control food waste and purchasing costs, coordinate with other departments, and ensure guests receive high-quality dining experiences. Flexibility, professional communication, and willingness to work weekends, holidays, and varied shifts are essential.

Company Info

Four Points by Sheraton is Marriott International’s approachable, full-service hotel brand, designed for travelers who value comfort, practical amenities, good food, and a relaxed social atmosphere. Four Points by Sheraton Phuket Patong Beach Resort is located near Patong Beach, one of Phuket’s most active tourism areas. The resort serves leisure travelers, groups, and business guests, with accommodation, restaurants, bars, meeting facilities, and recreational amenities. As part of Marriott International, the property generally follows established global standards for guest service, food safety, colleague development, and operational performance. Employees may benefit from Marriott’s international working environment, training resources, career mobility, and associate travel programs, subject to local policies and eligibility. The resort’s culinary team is responsible for delivering consistent food quality across its outlets while adapting menus and service to a diverse international clientele.

Destination Guide

Phuket offers strong employment opportunities in hotels, resorts, restaurants, tourism, wellness, marine activities, sales, and guest services. Patong is lively and international, while areas such as Kata, Karon, Kamala, and Phuket Old Town provide different balances of beach life, local culture, and convenience. Thai culture emphasizes respect, friendliness, family, and saving face; modest dress and polite behavior are appreciated outside resort areas. The lifestyle combines tropical beaches, outdoor activities, night markets, seafood, and a relatively affordable cost of living, although central tourist districts can be expensive. Foreign employees normally need an employer-sponsored Non-Immigrant B visa and a Thai work permit before legally working. Employers often assist with documentation, but requirements can change and should be confirmed with Thai authorities. Relocating candidates should arrange certified qualifications, passport validity, medical checks, housing, insurance, and a realistic budget for deposits and initial expenses.