Head Chef-Four Points by Sheraton Batam

Job Description

The Head Chef leads all kitchen operations at Four Points by Sheraton Batam, overseeing food preparation, menus, quality, presentation, hygiene, cost control, purchasing, and kitchen staffing. Candidates are generally expected to have substantial experience as a chef or executive sous chef in an upscale hotel or restaurant, strong knowledge of international cuisine, HACCP and food-safety standards, budgeting skills, and proven leadership ability. The successful candidate should be organized, creative, commercially aware, and comfortable training multicultural teams. Marriott experience, culinary qualifications, and good English communication skills are advantageous. The role requires flexibility, hands-on involvement during busy service periods, and a consistent focus on guest satisfaction.

Company Info

Four Points by Sheraton is Marriott International’s approachable, full-service hotel brand, designed for travelers who value comfort, genuine service, local experiences, and practical amenities. Four Points by Sheraton Batam serves business and leisure guests visiting Batam, an Indonesian island close to Singapore and Malaysia. The hotel typically combines contemporary accommodation with restaurants, meeting facilities, recreational amenities, and friendly service. As part of Marriott International, the property operates within a global hospitality network offering structured standards, training, career development, and employee travel benefits, subject to eligibility. The hotel’s culinary operation supports guest dining, events, banquets, and day-to-day food and beverage service. A Head Chef is expected to balance Marriott brand standards with local ingredients and guest preferences while building an efficient, motivated kitchen team.

Destination Guide

Indonesia is an archipelago with varied opportunities in hotels, resorts, restaurants, tourism, marine activities, technology, and manufacturing. Batam is a practical base for hospitality professionals because it is an industrial and tourism hub located near Singapore, with a multicultural population and generally lower living costs than Singapore or Jakarta. Indonesian culture places importance on hospitality, respect, family, and religious diversity; modest dress and awareness of local customs are appreciated. Island life can offer warm weather, seafood, beaches, outdoor activities, and a relaxed pace, although traffic, humidity, and limited specialist services may require adjustment. Foreign employees normally need employer sponsorship and the appropriate work authorization, commonly involving a work permit and limited-stay visa. Do not work on a tourist visa. Employers often assist with documentation, accommodation, transport, health coverage, and relocation, but these benefits should be confirmed before accepting an offer.