Executive Chef

Location Overview
Join our team in Amantaka. Utterly in tune with the seductively slow pace of Luang Prabang, Amantaka rests at the foot of sacred Mount Phousi amid the golden spired wats and quaint lanes of this charming Unesco World Heritage Site. A stroll from the banks of the mighty Mekong, the resort is set on an historic garden estate with a shimmering pool and serene Aman Spa.

Role

Amantaka Hotel in beautiful Luang Prabang, Laos, is seeking an experienced Executive Chef to lead its culinary operations and deliver exceptional food experiences. Reporting to General Manager, you will oversee the kitchen team, maintain high culinary standards and ensure smooth, efficient operations. This leadership role requires creativity, strong management skills and a commitment to Aman’s standards of quality and service.

Responsibilities

• Oversee cleanliness and sanitation of all production and service areas, ensuring food presentation, consistency, speed of service and productivity.

• Coordinate training for the main kitchen, pastry, bakery and In Room Dining teams, and uphold grooming standards for culinary and Back of House staff.

• Develop recipes in line with company direction, nutritional needs, portion control and gross profit targets, and sign off on all recipe cards, food bibles and allergen charts.

• Handle administrative duties including equipment purchasing, repairs, monitoring misuse and payroll records.

• Prepare operational reports and analyses with recommendations, and contribute to the yearly Food & Beverage budget review.

• Take part in interviews and recruitment and, with Human Resources, onboard and induct new team members.

• Implement corporate culinary standards, liaise with the senior Food and Beverage team, resolve complaints positively, respect local culture, and travel or attend industry events when required.

Requirements

• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in 5 Star Hotels/Resorts as Executive Chef.

• A degree or professional qualification in Culinary Arts.

• Fluent in spoken and written English.

• A Health & Safety certificate at Level 3 or above.

• Good communication, IT and technical skills.

• Strong business awareness, excellent leadership and presentation skills, and the ability to think strategically.

• Able to work on own initiative but within framework.

• Valid right to work in Laos

Benefits

At Aman Group, we believe that our colleagues are at the core of our success. We offer a range of benefits to support both your personal and professional growth across existing and upcoming destinations. From exciting development opportunities to competitive compensation, we prioritise and support your career journey, making you feel valued, included and at home.

• Accommodation, including electricity and water

• Access to our Training Platform

• Discount on F&B Outlets

• Discount on Aman Retail

• Meal and Coffee breaks while on duty

• Uniform

If you thrive in an ultra-luxury environment and are passionate about warm and personalised hospitality where every detail matters, we invite you to join us on our journey.