Aman Executive Sous Chef
- Location
- Ninh Hải Ninh Thuận Vietnam
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Lead
- Department
- Culinary & Food Production
- Posted
- Sep 30, 2026
Aman Group seeks Executive Sous Chef for Amanoi luxury resort in Vietnam. Vietnamese cuisine specialist required.
Role & Responsibilities
- Assist the Executive Chef in overseeing all kitchen operations and stepping in during their absence
- Lead, train, and supervise kitchen teams to maintain high culinary standards
- Ensure food preparation meets company standards for quality, presentation, and safety
- Monitor food inventory, minimize waste, and ensure proper stock levels
- Collaborate on menu development, recipe standardization, and food costing
- Maintain compliance with health, safety, and hygiene regulations including HACCP standards
- Coordinate with front-of-house and purchasing departments to ensure seamless service
- Conduct regular kitchen inspections and oversee maintenance of all kitchen equipment
- Handle staff scheduling, performance evaluations, and disciplinary actions for kitchen team members
- Stay updated on industry trends and continuously improve food offerings and processes
Qualifications
- Specialist expertise in Vietnamese cuisine
- Minimum 2 years of culinary management experience in a multi-outlet luxury environment
- Strong knowledge of dining room and kitchen operations with a hands-on management approach
- Proficiency in Micros and other culinary management systems
- Demonstrated leadership and team development capabilities
- Creative and visionary approach to menu development and culinary execution
- High attention to detail and commitment to excellence
Skills
Experience
Minimum 2 years of previous culinary management experience in a multi-outlet environment, ideally in a luxury hospitality setting. Hands-on kitchen management experience required.
Education
Culinary training or formal education in gastronomy preferred.
Workplace
This position is based in Ninh Hải, Ninh Thuận, Vietnam, within easy reach of Phan Rang.
Benefits
Aman Global Complimentary Night Program, single accommodation with full board at the Colleagues' Cafeteria, laundry service, 12 annual leave days, service charge, monthly incentive bonus, health care package, year-end bonus.
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