Executive Chef

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The Executive Chef leads all culinary operations at Novotel Makassar Grand Shayla, including menu planning, food quality, kitchen profitability, hygiene, purchasing, and team development. Candidates are generally expected to have substantial experience as an Executive Chef or senior chef, preferably in an international hotel or resort. Strong knowledge of food safety, cost control, modern culinary techniques, and Indonesian and international cuisine is important. The role requires proven leadership, creativity, operational discipline, and the ability to work under pressure. Candidates should communicate well in English, collaborate with other departments, coach kitchen colleagues, and deliver consistent guest experiences while meeting Accor standards and local regulations.

About the employer

Novotel Makassar Grand Shayla is an Accor-operated hotel in Makassar, South Sulawesi, Indonesia. Novotel is Accor’s internationally recognised midscale hospitality brand, serving business travellers, families, groups, and leisure guests through comfortable accommodation, food and beverage facilities, meeting spaces, and guest-focused services. The hotel is positioned to support visitors exploring Makassar and the wider region, while also serving local corporate and social events. As part of Accor, the property typically follows global standards for guest service, food safety, sustainability, training, and operational performance. Employees may benefit from working within a multinational hospitality network, with opportunities for professional development and career mobility. Exact facilities, reporting lines, compensation, and benefits for the Executive Chef position should be confirmed directly with the hotel or through the official Accor recruitment process.