Executive Chef (Multi-Cuisine) in Ultra HNI Family.

Job Description

Position: Executive Chef (Multi-Cuisine)

Location: Mumbai

Asset Type: Ultra-Luxury / Ultra-HNI Residential Building

Reporting To: Food & Beverage Manager / General Manager

Team Handling: Culinary Team, Kitchen Stewards & Support Staff

Role Overview

The Executive Chef will be responsible for the pre-opening, launch, and end-to-end culinary operations of an ultra-luxury residential building catering exclusively to Ultra High Net Worth Individuals (UHNI) .

The role requires a strong 5-star luxury hotel background , exceptional expertise in multi-cuisine cooking , high standards of hygiene and food safety, leadership capability, creativity, and an unmatched focus on luxury dining experiences.

The Executive Chef will lead the kitchen operations to ensure world-class food quality, service excellence, cost control, procurement, and team management while delivering personalized dining experiences for UHNI residents.

Key Responsibilities

1. Pre-Opening & Concept Development

• Lead pre-opening planning and complete kitchen setup.
• Design kitchen workflow and operational layout for multi-cuisine execution.
• Develop and curate luxury menus across cuisines including:
• Indian (regional and modern interpretations)
• Continental (French, Italian, European classics)
• Oriental (Chinese, Japanese, Thai, Pan-Asian)
• Mediterranean (Greek, Spanish, Levantine)
• Seasonal, wellness-focused and specialty menus
• Source premium ingredients and build a strong vendor network.
• Create SOPs, recipe manuals, plating guidelines, and hygiene standards.
• Recruit, train, and deploy culinary teams before launch.

2. Culinary Operations Management

• Manage end-to-end kitchen operations for:
• In-residence dining
• Private dining rooms, lounges, and poolside service
• Events, banquets, and private celebrations
• Ensure consistency in taste, presentation, and portion control across cuisines.
• Maintain authentic flavors with luxury plating standards.
• Deliver hotel-level quality adapted to a premium residential environment.

3. Resident Experience & Personalization

• Create personalized dining experiences for UHNI residents.
• Maintain resident preference profiles including:
• Dietary restrictions
• Allergies
• Wellness requirements
• Cuisine preferences
• Plan curated tasting menus, chef’s tables, and private dining events.
• Ensure complete discretion and professional interaction with residents.

4. Hygiene, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with FSSAI regulations and global hygiene standards.
• Maintain strict sanitation, cleaning, and food safety protocols.
• Conduct regular kitchen audits, hygiene checks, and equipment inspections.
• Manage pest control, waste management, and kitchen safety procedures.

5. Budgeting & Financial Management

• Prepare and manage kitchen budgets (CapEx & OpEx).
• Monitor and control:
• Food costs across multiple cuisines
• Labor costs
• Inventory levels and wastage
• Implement cost controls without compromising luxury standards.
• Negotiate vendor contracts and ensure premium quality procurement.
• Prepare MIS reports, forecasts, and variance reports for management.

6. Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, motivate, and manage a high-performing culinary team.
• Recruit specialist chefs for different cuisines.
• Conduct training on:
• Multi-cuisine food preparation
• Luxury plating and presentation
• Hygiene and safety standards
• Build a culture of discipline, creativity, innovation, and excellence.

7. Interdepartmental Coordination

• Work closely with:
• F&B Manager for service alignment and menu planning
• Housekeeping for cleanliness and pantry operations
• Concierge and Events teams for private functions and VIP gatherings
• Ensure smooth execution of all multi-department requirements.

Candidate Profile & Eligibility

Mandatory Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience as Executive Chef or equivalent senior chef role.
• Strong background from 5-star luxury hotels only such as:
• The Oberoi Group
• Taj Hotels
• Four Seasons
• Proven pre-opening experience in luxury hospitality.
• Expertise in Indian, Continental, Oriental, and Mediterranean cuisines .
• Experience managing large kitchen teams with multi-cuisine operations.
• Exposure to UHNI / VIP guest service standards.

Preferred Experience

• Experience in luxury residences, branded residences, private clubs, or elite hospitality setups.
• International culinary exposure.
• Knowledge of wellness-focused menus, fusion cuisine, and dietary-specific meal planning.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong culinary expertise across multiple cuisines.
• Leadership, training, and people management skills.
• Budgeting, costing, and inventory management.
• Deep understanding of hygiene, safety, and quality standards.
• Strong communication and coordination skills.
• Creativity, professionalism, and discretion.

Personal Attributes

• Impeccable grooming and professional presence.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Passion for innovation and culinary excellence.
• Integrity, confidentiality, and UHNI-level service etiquette.
• Ability to inspire and lead high-performance teams.