Job Description

🌟 Join Our Global Family at RIU Hotels & Resorts!

With over 100 hotels in 20+ countries and more than 70 years of hospitality excellence, RIU Hotels & Resorts is a global leader known for exceptional service, innovation, and warm hospitality.

Join us as we continue to redefine luxury and excellence. Whether you’re seeking to grow your career, explore new horizons, or work with a dynamic, inclusive team, RIU Hotels & Resorts offers unparalleled opportunities to thrive.

This is your chance to be a key player in the most anticipated resort opening of the year in Phuket — a flagship 5-star resort featuring 504 rooms. RIU Palace Phuket is located in Mai Khao, a tranquil corner of the island renowned for its beautiful, unspoiled beaches - just 15 minutes from Phuket International Airport.

Position: Executive Sous Chef

Department: Kitchen

Location: RIU Palace Phuket, Mai Khao, Thailand

🔎 About the Role

As the Executive Sous Chef, you will be the right hand to the Executive Chef, managing daily food preparation and kitchen operations across all outlets and banquets. You will bridge the gap between culinary creativity and operational efficiency, ensuring every plate meets RIU’s rigorous 5-star standards. This is a high-impact leadership role focused on maintaining consistency, developing talent, and stepping in to lead the department in the absence of the Executive Chef.

🌟 What You’ll Do

• Direct Operations Oversee all food preparation, ensuring quality, taste, and presentation align with corporate standards.

• Team Leadership Hire, train, and mentor the culinary team and apprentices, fostering a culture of professional discipline and enthusiasm.

• Menu control Ensure that all outlets follow the designated corporate menus & guidelines, maintaining brand integrity across all culinary offerings.

• Financial Oversight Manage labor schedules based on occupancy, conduct regular tests for cost controls, and review recipes to ensure profitability.

• Quality Control Enforce strict HACCP regulations, sanitation practices, and hygiene requirements to prevent food contamination and ensure workplace safety.

✔️ What We’re Looking For

• Experience: Minimum 5 years of culinary experience, with at least 2–3 years in a senior role (Sous Chef, Senior Sous Chef or similar) within a 4 or 5-star hotel environment.

• Skills Strong technical expertise in international and Asian cuisines. Proven ability in food cost control, kitchen administration, and labor management. High emotional intelligence to handle staff relations and guest feedback.

• Education/Certifications Degree or Diploma in Culinary Arts or Hospitality Management. Valid HACCP and Food Safety certifications are mandatory.

• Other Requirements Strong command of English (spoken and written) & Thai are must

• Must demonstrate flexibility and the ability to represent the culinary department at a corporate/regional level if required.

💎 What You’ll Get

• Attractive Remuneration Package and Bonuses: Competitive salary and incentives.

• Access to Company Healthcare: Eligibility for company-supported healthcare after one year.

• Efficient Staff Transport: Convenient transport facilities for all employees.

• Nutritive Meals While on Duty: Well-balanced, nutritious meals provided.

• Special Discounts: Exclusive discounts at RIU Hotels & Resorts worldwide.

🌟 Why RIU Hotels & Resorts?

• Your Growth is Our Priority: We nurture talent through training, mentorship, and career advancement opportunities.

• A Culture of Belonging: Be part of an inclusive, collaborative, and rewarding work environment.

• Rewarding Your Commitment: Competitive compensation, employee benefits, and recognition for dedication and excellence.

🌍 Our Commitment

At RIU Hotels & Resorts, we value diversity, equity, and inclusion as fundamental pillars of our success. We welcome all applications, regardless of gender, ethnicity, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

Additionally, through our Proudly Committed strategy, we prioritize sustainability, responsible practices, and positive contributions to the communities where we operate.

By joining RIU, you will become part of a company that not only strives for service excellence but also aims to create a positive impact on the world.