HEAD CHEF

1. Menu Development & Planning • Design and develop authentic Chinese cuisine menus, with a focus on traditional and specialty Chinese BBQ dishes (e.g., Peking duck, char siu, roasted pork belly, and lamb skewers). • Innovate new dishes while preserving the authenticity of Chinese culinary traditions, incorporating seasonal and customer-preferred items. 2. Chinese BBQ Expertise & Operations • Oversee the preparation, marination, roasting, and grilling of Chinese BBQ items, ensuring quality and consistency. • Manage specialized BBQ equipment, such as Chinese ovens, rotisseries, and charcoal grills. • Develop and implement standardized procedures for Chinese BBQ preparation, ensuring exceptional taste and efficiency. 3. Kitchen Operations & Workflow Optimization • Supervise daily kitchen operations, ensuring smooth workflow, timely service, and adherence to hygiene and safety standards. • Streamline kitchen processes for efficient production of Chinese BBQ and other dishes while maintaining quality control. • Monitor inventory levels and source ingredients cost-effectively without compromising quality. 4. Team Leadership & Training • Recruit, train, and lead kitchen staff, including sous chefs and line cooks, in Chinese cuisine and BBQ techniques. • Mentor team members to enhance culinary skills and knowledge of traditional Chinese cooking methods. • Foster a positive work environment, promoting teamwork and high performance. 5. Quality Control & Food Presentation • Ensure high standards of food quality, taste, and presentation for all dishes, with special attention to BBQ items. • Regularly inspect ingredients and finished dishes to ensure consistency and customer satisfaction. • Implement customer feedback to refine and improve dishes. 6. Customer Experience & Collaboration • Collaborate with front-of-house teams to understand customer preferences and deliver a superior dining experience. • Interact with guests to showcase culinary expertise and receive direct feedback on Chinese BBQ and other menu items. 7. Budgeting, Sourcing & Cost Management • Manage kitchen budgets, control food costs, and minimize waste while maintaining exceptional quality. • Source authentic, high-quality ingredients for both Chinese BBQ and other menu items. 8. Innovation & Trend Analysis • Stay updated on culinary trends in Chinese cuisine, especially BBQ, and adapt menus to modern dietary needs (e.g., vegan, gluten-free). • Introduce creative dishes while retaining the cultural authenticity of Chinese cuisine.