Chef De Partie

City Garden Grand Hotel; Makati; On-site; PHP 446,000 - 781,000; Full time

Job summary

City Garden Grand Hotel in Makati City, Metro Manila, seeks an experienced Chef de Partie to lead a kitchen station with creativity and consistency. You will oversee daily operations, mentor juniors, and ensure top quality across dishes while maintaining strict hygiene and safety standards.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years of professional kitchen experience, including supervisory roles, and strong inventory, costing, and teamwork skills to support our culinary team in delivering outstanding guest

Qualifications

• 3+ years professional kitchen experience, 2+ years in Chef de Partie or supervisory role.
• Extensive knowledge of food preparation techniques, cooking methods, and culinary standards across multiple cuisines.
• Proven ability to work efficiently under pressure whilst maintaining high quality during busy service periods.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to food safety, hygiene and health compliance.
• Experience with inventory management, food costing and kitchen organization systems.
• Flexibility to work variable shifts, including evenings, weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of your kitchen station, ensuring dishes meet high quality and presentation standards.
• Prepare, cook, and plate dishes according to established recipes and plating guidelines for consistency.
• Supervise and mentor junior kitchen staff assigned to your station, providing guidance and feedback.
• Maintain strict food safety and hygiene standards, adhering to health and sanitation regulations.
• Manage stock levels and mise en place for your station, ensuring proper preparation before service.
• Collaborate with other Chef de Partie and kitchen leadership to coordinate service flow and menu changes.
• Contribute creative ideas to menu development and seasonal specials aligned with the hotel's culinary vision.
• Monitor food costs and minimise waste while upholding quality standards.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment at all times.

Skills

Food preparation techniques

Cooking methods

Culinary standards

Kitchen supervision

Inventory management

Food safety

Team mentoring

Job description

About the role

City Garden Grand Hotel is seeking a talented and passionate Chef de Partie to join our culinary team in Makati City, Metro Manila. This is a full-time position that plays a crucial role in maintaining the exceptional standards of our kitchen operations. As Chef de Partie, you will be responsible for overseeing a specific section of our kitchen, ensuring consistency, quality, and creativity in all dishes prepared. This role is essential to delivering the outstanding dining experiences that define our hotel's reputation and contribute directly to guest satisfaction and operational excellence.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the daily operations of your assigned kitchen station, ensuring all dishes are prepared to the highest standards of quality and presentation

• Prepare, cook, and plate dishes according to established recipes, menus, and plating guidelines whilst maintaining consistency across all services

• Supervise and mentor junior kitchen staff assigned to your station, providing guidance, training, and constructive feedback to develop their culinary skills

• Maintain strict food safety and hygiene standards, adhering to all health and sanitation regulations and best practices

• Manage stock levels and mise en place for your station, ensuring all ingredients and tools are properly prepared and organised before service

• Collaborate with other Chef de Partie and kitchen leadership to coordinate service flow and respond to special requests or menu modifications

• Contribute creative ideas to menu development and seasonal specials, whilst ensuring dishes align with the hotel's culinary vision

• Monitor food costs and minimise waste whilst maintaining the highest quality standards

• Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment at all times, following all kitchen protocols and procedures

What we're looking for

• Minimum 3 years of professional kitchen experience, with at least 2 years in a Chef de Partie or similar supervisory role

• Extensive knowledge of food preparation techniques, cooking methods, and culinary standards across multiple cuisines

• Proven ability to work efficiently under pressure whilst maintaining high quality standards during busy service periods

• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to food safety, hygiene and health compliance regulations

• Experience with inventory management, food costing and kitchen organization systems

• Flexibility to work variable shifts, including evenings, weekends and public holidays as required.

About us

City Garden Grand Hotel is a hospitality destination located in the heart of Makati City, Metro Manila. We are renowned for our exceptional service, elegant accommodations, and outstanding culinary experiences. Our hotel combines luxury, comfort, and sophisticated dining, attracting discerning guests from around the world. We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our operations and pride ourselves on our talented, dedicated team.