Toni Azhari
Director Culinary / Executive Chef
Pancoran Mas Depok,Indonesia
Summary
A highly skilled and accomplished Executive Chef with over 25 years of experience in internationally renowned hotel brands, leading culinary operations since 2011. Expertise in food production, kitchen management, cost control, and budgeting to drive operational efficiency and profitability. Adept at multi-unit operations, team leadership, and administration, contributing to overall company success. Specialized in international cuisine, including Asian and Mediterranean, with a strong focus on menu and recipe development. Proven ability to uphold HACCP sanitation and hygiene standards while maintaining creativity, quality control, and guest satisfaction. Hands-on managerial approach with a passion for associate development, motivation, and training to ensure excellence in culinary execution.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
42
42
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Executive Chef
Lampung Marriott Resort & SPA
Lampung Indonesia , West Kalimantan
03.2024 - Current
- Pre – Opening Lampung Marriott Resort SPA 162 Keys, 8 Villas, 2 FB Outlets, 5 Meeting Rooms, 1 Ballroom
- Coordinated with marketing team to promote special events, resulting in increased bookings and revenue.
- Developed and implemented waste reduction program, significantly lowering operational costs.
- Managed budgeting and financial planning to ensure profitability and sustainable growth.
- Conducted market research to keep menu fresh and aligned with current culinary trends.
- Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.
- Developed close relationships with suppliers to source best ingredients.
Executive Sous Chef
St. Regis Hotel Jakarta
Jakarta, Jakarta
07.2022 - 03.2024
- Pre- Opening St
- Regis Hotel Jakarta 282 Keys, 5 FB Outlets, 8 Meeting Rooms, 2 Ballrooms
- Established strong relationships with local vendors, ensuring the use of fresh, high-quality ingredients.
- Managed inventory control, reducing food waste and optimizing budget allocation.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly providing guidance towards improvement as necessary.
- Developed and implemented staff training programs to elevate culinary skills and knowledge.
- Organized special events and catering services, showcasing culinary expertise to a wider audience.
Executive Chef Inflight Service
Saudia Airline KSA
Riyadh
06.2019 - 01.2022
- As in flight Chef to ensure delivered excellent food quality and maximized customer satisfaction by preparing meals according to customer requests.
Executive Chef
Grand Mercure Kemayoran Jakarta
02.2018 - 06.2019
- 505 Guest Room, 2 F&B outlets, 23 Meeting Rooms, 2 Ballrooms Magnolia 2000Pax and 27 Floor 800Pax
Executive Chef
Ciputra World Hotel Surabaya - Managed by Swisbell
11.2016 - 02.2018
- 202 Guest Room, 2 F&B outlets, ball room 500 pax capacity on entire F&B Food safety & HACCP certification
Executive Chef
Ivy Free Standing Restaurant Jakarta
01.2016 - 11.2016
- Semi Fine Dining International & Indonesian Cuisine
Manager Cuisine & Instructor
Garuda Indonesia
03.2013 - 11.2015
- Direct report to Chief Flight attendant and Ground Manager of service
- Flight as a Chef on Board in the First Class and Business International route
- Train for the galley service and standardization for the newcomer chef
- In flight checker to keep quality and consistency food in addition, service
Executive Chef
Keraton a Luxury Collection Starwood Jakarta
12.2011 - 03.2013
- Pre-Opening Keraton a Luxury Collection Starwood Jakarta 5
- 138 Luxury Room and 2 outlet F&B
Restaurant & Special Event Chef
Ferrari World Abu Dhabi
05.2010 - 12.2011
- Pre-Opening Ferrari World Abu Dhabi –UAE
Chef De Cuisine
Grand Hyatt Jakarta
08.2009 - 05.2010
- C’s Steak House & Seafood
Junior Sous Chef
Four Season Hotel Macau China SAR
08.2008 - 08.2009
- Company Overview: (Crisis Global)
- Pre-opening Four Season Hotel Macau China SAR
- (Crisis Global)
Sous Chef Restaurant
The Ritz Carlton Pacific Place Jakarta
08.2007 - 07.2008
- Pre-opening The Ritz Carlton Pacific Place Jakarta
Chef De Partie
Courtyard by Marriott Dubai UAE
01.2005 - 08.2007
- Pre-opening Courtyard by Marriott Dubai UAE Cuccina Italian Restaurant
Demi Chef De Partie
Novotel – Ibis WTC Dubai UAE
06.2003 - 12.2004
- Pre-opening Novotel – Ibis WTC Dubai UAE Cubo Italian Restaurant
Junior Sous Chef
The Lalucciola Seminyak Restaurant Bali
09.2002 - 04.2003
Commis 1
The Legian Hotel & Villas Seminyak Bali
01.2002 - 08.2002
Commis 3 to Commis 1
Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Malaysia
12.1998 - 11.2001
- Mediterranean Restaurant
Steward Attendant
Aseania Resort Langkawi Malaysia
08.1997 - 08.1998
Education
GED -
BTI Hotel Institute
Bogor 12.2007 - Current
High School Diploma -
Floating Hotel Institute BIWI Bali
Bali 01.2001 - Current
Skills
- Communication
- Safe food handling
- Team leadership
- Menu planning
- Kitchen management
- Banquets and catering
Organization
- Member of ACP - Association Chef Professional Indonesia
- Indonesian Flying Chef (IFC)
Personal Information
- Number of Children: 2
- Date of Birth: 05/05/77
- Nationality: Indonesia
- Marital Status: Married
Skype Address
Toni Azhari/toniazhari@yahoo.com
REFRENCES
1. Mr.Aris Rustanta -Area Human Resource Director Hyatt Indonesia
2.Mr. Robin Wibowo - Human Resource Director St. Regis Jakarta
3.Mrs. Caitie Lee - General Manager Four Point & Fairfield Bekasi Indonesia
4. Mr.Gilles Tressen - General Manager Pullman Villa Hills Ciawi
Indonesia
Timeline
Executive Chef
Lampung Marriott Resort & SPA
03.2024 - Current
Executive Sous Chef
St. Regis Hotel Jakarta
07.2022 - 03.2024
Executive Chef Inflight Service
Saudia Airline KSA
06.2019 - 01.2022
Executive Chef
Grand Mercure Kemayoran Jakarta
02.2018 - 06.2019
Executive Chef
Ciputra World Hotel Surabaya - Managed by Swisbell
11.2016 - 02.2018
Executive Chef
Ivy Free Standing Restaurant Jakarta
01.2016 - 11.2016
Manager Cuisine & Instructor
Garuda Indonesia
03.2013 - 11.2015
Executive Chef
Keraton a Luxury Collection Starwood Jakarta
12.2011 - 03.2013
Restaurant & Special Event Chef
Ferrari World Abu Dhabi
05.2010 - 12.2011
Chef De Cuisine
Grand Hyatt Jakarta
08.2009 - 05.2010
Junior Sous Chef
Four Season Hotel Macau China SAR
08.2008 - 08.2009
GED -
BTI Hotel Institute
12.2007 - Current
Sous Chef Restaurant
The Ritz Carlton Pacific Place Jakarta
08.2007 - 07.2008
Chef De Partie
Courtyard by Marriott Dubai UAE
01.2005 - 08.2007
Demi Chef De Partie
Novotel – Ibis WTC Dubai UAE
06.2003 - 12.2004
Junior Sous Chef
The Lalucciola Seminyak Restaurant Bali
09.2002 - 04.2003
Commis 1
The Legian Hotel & Villas Seminyak Bali
01.2002 - 08.2002
High School Diploma -
Floating Hotel Institute BIWI Bali
01.2001 - Current
Commis 3 to Commis 1
Tanjung Rhu Resort Langkawi Malaysia
12.1998 - 11.2001
Steward Attendant
Aseania Resort Langkawi Malaysia
08.1997 - 08.1998
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