Executive Chef

Join the Jim Thompson team and lead the culinary vision behind one of Thailand’s most iconic lifestyle and hospitality brands.

We are looking for a passionate, hands-on, and innovative culinary leader to oversee kitchen operations, elevate guest dining experiences, and drive excellence across all restaurant concepts.

🔹 Key Responsibilities🔹

Operational Excellence

• Lead and manage all culinary kitchens in line with company standards, SOPs, and outlet concepts

• Ensure consistent food quality, presentation, and culinary innovation across all outlets

• Monitor kitchen operations during peak service periods to ensure smooth execution

• Develop seasonal menus, innovative recipes, and specialty dishes

• Maintain high standards in food hygiene, sanitation, nutrition, and safety compliance

• Oversee food testing, recipe standardization, costing, and quality control processes

Guest Experience

• Build strong guest relationships and handle inquiries, feedback, and complaints professionally

• Ensure exceptional service standards and memorable dining experiences

• Work closely with restaurant teams to maintain operational excellence during service

Financial & Business Management

• Manage food costs, labor costs, inventory, and operational expenses effectively

• Prepare and monitor departmental budgets and annual business plans

• Maximize productivity and optimize kitchen resources and equipment utilization

• Ensure proper inventory control and accurate recipe/yield management

Leadership & People Development

• Supervise, mentor, and develop culinary teams through hands-on leadership

• Foster a culture of training, continuous improvement, and operational discipline

• Conduct performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback

• Promote employee engagement, teamwork, safety, and well-being

Administrative & Compliance

• Maintain updated culinary operations manuals, SOPs, and kitchen documentation

• Ensure compliance with all company policies, food safety regulations, and labor laws

• Prepare required operational and government reports accurately and on time

✨ What We’re Looking For✨

• Strong leadership experience in hospitality or restaurant culinary operations

• Expertise in Thai cuisine and modern culinary trends

• Excellent organizational, financial, and people management skills

• Passion for quality, innovation, and guest satisfaction

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-standard hospitality environment

At Jim Thompson, we are committed to creating trendsetting culinary experiences that reflect creativity, authenticity, and excellence.