Chef de Partie (Western Cuisine)

Vikings Group of Companies; Mandaluyong; On-site; PHP 246,000 - 424,000; Full time

Job summary

Vikings Group of Companies in Mandaluyong City, Metro Manila is seeking an experienced Chef de Partie (Western Cuisine) to join our culinary team. This full-time role focuses on managing a kitchen station, delivering high-quality Western dishes, and contributing to the head chef's vision.

You will oversee recipe execution, maintain HACCP standards, train junior staff, control portions and costs, and collaborate with colleagues to ensure smooth service and creative menu development.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years in a professional kitchen.
• Strong knowledge of Western cuisine cooking techniques.
• Solid food safety and HACCP understanding.
• Excellent knife skills and versatile cooking methods.
• Leadership and team management abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure during peak service.
• Attention to detail and consistency in plating.
• Creative mindset for menu development.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.
• Culinary qualifications preferred (ACF, culinary school diploma).

Responsibilities

• Oversee assigned station and ensure dishes meet high-quality standards and plating requirements.
• Prepare and cook Western dishes according to established recipes and techniques.
• Maintain HACCP and food safety compliance.
• Train and mentor junior kitchen staff.
• Monitor portions and ingredient costs to minimize waste while maintaining quality.
• Collaborate with head chef and kitchen staff for smooth service.
• Prepare mise en place and ensure ingredients/equipment are ready for service.
• Keep station and kitchen facilities clean and organized.
• Assist with menu development and contribute ideas for new Western dishes.
• Manage inventory and communicate stock needs to management.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Western cuisine

Food safety

Knife skills

Menu development

Communication

Team management

Plating accuracy

Cost control

High-volume

Education

ACF certification

Job description

About the role

Vikings Group of Companies is seeking an experienced Chef de Partie (Western Cuisine) to join our culinary team in Mandaluyong City, Metro Manila. This is a full-time position that plays a crucial role in maintaining the exceptional standards of our Western cuisine offerings. As Chef de Partie, you will be responsible for overseeing a specific section of the kitchen, ensuring consistent quality, creativity, and adherence to our culinary standards. This role is integral to delivering outstanding dining experiences to our guests and supporting the head chef's vision.

What you'll be doing

• Oversee and manage the assigned station, ensuring all dishes meet our high-quality standards and plating requirements
• Prepare and cook Western cuisine dishes according to established recipes and culinary techniques
• Maintain proper food safety and sanitation protocols, including HACCP compliance
• Train and mentor junior kitchen staff, providing guidance and ensuring consistent execution of recipes
• Monitor portion control and ingredient costs to minimize waste whilst maintaining quality
• Work collaboratively with the head chef and other kitchen staff to ensure smooth kitchen operations during service
• Prepare mise en place and ensure all ingredients and equipment are organized and ready for service
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of your assigned station and kitchen facilities
• Assist with menu development and contribute creative ideas for new Western cuisine dishes
• Manage inventory of station-specific ingredients and communicate stock requirements to management

What we're looking for

• Proven experience as a Chef de Partie or similar senior kitchen position, with minimum 3-5 years in a professional kitchen environment
• Extensive knowledge of Western cuisine cooking techniques, ingredients, and culinary standards
• Strong understanding of food safety, hygiene, and HACCP principles
• Excellent knife skills and proficiency with various cooking methods (grilling, sautéing, roasting, braising)
• Leadership and team management abilities, with experience training and supervising junior staff
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure whilst maintaining high standards during peak service periods
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to consistency in plating and presentation
• Creative mindset with the ability to contribute to menu development and innovation
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within a team
• Relevant culinary qualifications or certifications (ACF, culinary school diploma, or equivalent) are preferred
• Experience in high-volume restaurant or hotel kitchen operations is advantageous