job description
Join Alice F&B Sdn Bhd as our Head Chef for Japanese Cuisine (Halal) in the vibrant culinary hub of Bali! This is a rare opportunity to lead a high-end kitchen, blending traditional Japanese techniques with Halal-compliant ingredients to deliver an unforgettable dining experience. As the culinary visionary, you will oversee all kitchen operations, ensuring every dish meets the highest standards of authenticity, presentation, and flavor while adhering to Halal certification requirements.
Bali’s booming hospitality scene offers a dynamic environment where your expertise in Japanese cuisine—from sushi and sashimi to teppanyaki and kaiseki—will shine. You’ll work in a fast-paced, collaborative setting, mentoring a passionate team and driving innovation in menu development. Whether you’re refining classic recipes or introducing modern twists, your leadership will elevate our restaurant’s reputation as a premier destination for Japanese-Halal fusion.
If you’re a seasoned chef with a deep passion for Japanese culinary arts and a commitment to Halal standards, we invite you to bring your creativity, precision, and leadership to our team. Competitive salary, career growth, and the chance to work in Bali’s most sought-after locations await!
Responsibility
- Kitchen Leadership: Oversee daily kitchen operations, including staff scheduling, inventory management, and workflow optimization to ensure seamless service.
- Menu Development: Design and refine authentic Japanese menus (sushi, ramen, wagyu, tempura, etc.) while ensuring all dishes comply with Halal certification standards.
- Quality Control: Maintain rigorous quality checks for ingredients, preparation, and presentation to uphold the restaurant’s reputation for excellence.
- Staff Training: Train, mentor, and inspire a multicultural team of chefs and kitchen staff in Japanese culinary techniques, hygiene protocols, and Halal practices.
- Cost Management: Monitor food costs, minimize waste, and negotiate with suppliers to balance premium quality with profitability.
- Hygiene & Compliance: Enforce strict hygiene, safety, and Halal compliance standards in alignment with local and international regulations.
- Customer Experience: Collaborate with front-of-house teams to ensure dishes align with guest expectations and dietary restrictions.
- Innovation & Trends: Stay ahead of culinary trends, seasonal ingredients, and customer preferences to keep the menu fresh and competitive.
Qualifications
- Proven Experience: Minimum 5+ years as a Head Chef or Executive Chef, with at least 3 years specializing in authentic Japanese cuisine (Halal experience is a major plus).
- Culinary Expertise: Mastery of traditional Japanese cooking methods, knife skills, and ingredient knowledge (e.g., fresh fish handling, dashi preparation, rice cooking).
- Halal Certification Knowledge: Familiarity with Halal food preparation, certification processes, and ingredient sourcing.
- Leadership Skills: Strong ability to manage, train, and motivate a diverse team in a high-pressure environment.
- Language Proficiency: Fluent in English (written and spoken); Japanese or Indonesian language skills are advantageous.
- Creative Problem-Solving: Ability to adapt recipes, troubleshoot kitchen challenges, and maintain consistency during peak service.
- Health & Safety: Certification in food safety (e.g., HACCP) and a commitment to upholding the highest hygiene standards.
- Cultural Adaptability: Experience working in international or multicultural kitchens, with a passion for sharing Japanese culinary culture.