Chef de Partie (Chinese Cuisine)

Vikings Group of Companies; Santa Rosa; On-site; PHP 279,000 - 502,000; Full time

Job summary

NIU by Vikings Group of Companies is seeking an experienced Chef de Partie specializing in Chinese cuisine to join our culinary team in Nuvali, Laguna. This full-time role requires leadership to manage a station, train junior staff, and ensure strict food safety standards.

You will craft authentic Chinese dishes, utilize wok and steaming techniques, and contribute to menu development while delivering high-quality, consistent results in a fast-paced kitchen.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years' professional experience as a Chef de Partie or equivalent senior kitchen position.
• Strong knowledge of authentic Chinese cooking techniques, ingredients and traditional preparation methods.
• Advanced culinary skills with proficiency in wok cooking, steaming, stir-frying and other traditional Chinese cooking methods.
• Leadership and supervisory experience with the ability to train and mentor junior kitchen staff.
• Excellent understanding of food safety, hygiene regulations and HACCP principles.
• Creative mindset with the ability to develop new dishes and contribute to menu development.
• Ability to work under pressure and maintain consistency in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook Chinese dishes according to established recipes, standards and presentation guidelines.
• Oversee and manage the assigned kitchen station, ensuring all equipment is properly maintained and organized.
• Train, supervise and mentor junior kitchen staff working within your station.
• Maintain strict adherence to food safety, hygiene and sanitation standards at all times.
• Control food costs and portion sizes whilst maintaining quality and consistency.
• Monitor stock levels and communicate ingredient requirements to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
• Collaborate with the head chef and other kitchen staff to ensure timely service during busy periods.
• Develop and suggest new dishes and menu innovations that align with Chinese culinary traditions.
• Ensure all dishes meet quality standards before they leave the kitchen.
• Maintain a clean, organized and efficient working environment within your station.

Skills

Chinese cuisine

Leadership

Food safety HACCP

Teamwork

Communication

Pressure management

Education

Culinary qualifications/certifications in Chinese cuisine

Job description

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Chef de Partie specializing in Chinese Cuisine to join the culinary team at NIU by Vikings Group of Companies. This is a full-time position based in Nuvali, Laguna.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and cook Chinese dishes according to established recipes, standards and presentation guidelines

• Oversee and manage the assigned kitchen station, ensuring all equipment is properly maintained and organized

• Train, supervise and mentor junior kitchen staff working within your station

• Maintain strict adherence to food safety, hygiene and sanitation standards at all times

• Control food costs and portion sizes whilst maintaining quality and consistency

• Monitor stock levels and communicate ingredient requirements to ensure smooth kitchen operations

• Collaborate with the head chef and other kitchen staff to ensure timely service during busy periods

• Develop and suggest new dishes and menu innovations that align with Chinese culinary traditions

• Ensure all dishes meet quality standards before they leave the kitchen

• Maintain a clean, organized and efficient working environment within your station

What we're looking for

• Minimum of 3-5 years' professional experience as a Chef de Partie or equivalent senior kitchen position, with substantial experience in Chinese cuisine

• Strong knowledge of authentic Chinese cooking techniques, ingredients and traditional preparation methods

• Advanced culinary skills with proficiency in wok cooking, steaming, stir-frying and other traditional Chinese cooking methods

• Leadership and supervisory experience with the ability to train and mentor junior kitchen staff

• Excellent understanding of food safety, hygiene regulations and HACCP principles

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage a busy kitchen station during peak service times

• Creative mindset with the ability to develop new dishes and contribute to menu development

• Ability to work under pressure and maintain consistency in a fast-paced hospitality environment

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with kitchen staff and management

• Relevant culinary qualifications or certifications in Chinese cuisine are highly desirable

• Passion for quality, innovation and maintaining the highest standards of culinary excellence