Assistant Head Chef

The Flavor Studio Corp; Santa Rosa; On-site; PHP 446,000 - 725,000; Full time

Job summary

Purple Rice in Santa Rosa, Laguna, Philippines, is seeking an Assistant Head Chef to support the Head Chef in overseeing kitchen operations and delivering high-quality dishes with Filipino hospitality.

The role includes leading the kitchen team in the Head Chef’s absence, contributing to menu planning, and ensuring compliance with food safety and hygiene standards.

Join us to create memorable dining experiences and be part of a growing team in SM Nuvali’s vicinity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in hospitality management, F&B services, culinary arts, or related field.
• 2–3 years in a professional kitchen with supervisory or senior line cook experience preferred.
• Food safety certification is an advantage.
• Knowledge of menu planning and recipe development.
• Strong leadership and team supervision skills.
• Willing to be assigned at SM Nuvali.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the efficient running of the kitchen, ensuring staff productivity and quality.
• Supervise and train kitchen staff, including line cooks, prep cooks, and assistants.
• Assist in developing recipes and testing new dishes.
• Assist in managing kitchen inventory, including ordering and stock control.
• Collaborate with front-of-house to ensure seamless service and customer satisfaction.
• Conduct regular quality checks on dishes and ingredients to ensure consistency and standards.

Skills

Leadership

Menu planning

Food safety

Team supervision

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Hospitality Management, Food and Beverage Services, Culinary Arts, or related course

Job description

At Purple Rice, we bring together authentic Thai flavors and Filipino hospitality to create a memorable dining experience.

We are looking for a passionate and experienced Assistant Head Chef to join our growing team.

As an Assistant Head Chef, you will support the Head Chef in overseeing kitchen operations, ensuring the preparation and presentation of high-quality dishes, and maintaining a well-organized and efficient kitchen. This role involves leading the kitchen team in the Head Chef's absence, contributing to menu planning, and ensuring compliance with food safety and hygiene standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the efficient running of the kitchen, ensuring all staff are working effectively and maintaining productivity.

• Supervise and train kitchen staff, including line cooks, prep cooks, and kitchen assistants.

• Assist in developing recipes and testing new dishes.

• Assist in managing kitchen inventory, including ordering and stock control.

• Work with the front-of-house team to ensure seamless service and customer satisfaction.

• Conduct regular quality checks on dishes and ingredients to ensure consistency and adherence to standards.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Hospitality Management, Food and Beverage Services, Culinary Arts, or any related business course.

• At least 2–3 years of experience in a professional kitchen, with supervisory or senior line cook experience preferred.

• Food Safety and Sanitation certification is an advantage.

• Knowledgeable in menu planning and recipe development.

• Strong leadership and team supervision skills.

• Willing to be assigned at SM Nuvali.

Join Purple Rice and be part of a team that values great food, excellent service, and authentic hospitality.