Dim Sum Speciality Chef

Hilton; Pampanga; On-site; PHP 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Hilton is seeking a Dim Sum Speciality Chef to join our Hotels team in a role focused on authentic Chinese cuisine and guest satisfaction. You will lead kitchen operations, ensure quality and presentation, and coach a kitchen staff to deliver memorable dining experiences.

Ideal candidates have 2–5 years of Dim Sum cooking experience, strong knowledge of Chinese specialties, and a commitment to food safety and teamwork in a fast-paced hotel environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-5 years of experience as a Dim Sum Chef or similar role in a Chinese restaurant, hotel, or fine dining establishment.
• Proven ability to prepare a wide range of dim sum items (siomai, har gow, xiao long bao, etc.).
• Knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare great tasting dishes; season, cook, and test according to standard recipes.
• Supervise the kitchen team; oversee line cooks and provide support.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and prevent cross-contamination.
• Ensure food quality, proper storage, and stock rotation.

Skills

Dim Sum cooking

Chinese cuisine

Food safety

Team supervision

Job description

Join an Award-Winning Workplace Culture

At Hilton, we don’t just deliver exceptional experiences for our guests—we build an exceptional workplace for the Team Members who make it all possible. As a global leader in hospitality, we’ve welcomed more than 3 billion guests worldwide, all while staying true to our founding vision: to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality.

Our award-winning culture has earned us repeated recognition on the World’s Best Workplaces list by Great Place to Work and Fortune. With our suite of world-class brands,and a company-wide commitment to providing the best stay for every guest, we’re setting new standards for the future of travel.

Whether you’re starting your career or exploring something new, Hilton supports your journey every step of the way. Come for the job, stay for the career—and help us make every stay a little more magical.

Curious about life at Hilton? Explore ourCareers Blogto see why we’re more than a great place to stay—we’re a great place to work.

Exceptional Hospitality Starts with You

Picture yourself brightening someone’s day. When you join our Hotels team, that’s exactly what you’ll do every time you come to work! You are the Master of your culinary station, creating delicious dishes guests love. As a Dim Sum Speciality Chef, you’re not just overseeing kitchen operations – you’re spreading the light and warmth of hospitality by delivering memorable experiences that make the stay for every guest.

What It Takes to Make the Stay

At Hilton, our core values define what it takes to succeed here and guide the qualities we look for in every team member:

A passion for spreading the light and warmth of Hospitality. Acting with Integrity and always doing the right thing. Inspiring others through Leadership. A belief that Teamwork drives the best outcomes. A sense of Ownership and accountability. And a focus on the Now, bringing urgency and discipline to every moment, knowing it can make a lasting impact.

In addition, this role requires the following minimum qualifications:

• Minimum 2-5 years of experience as a Dim Sum Chef or similar role in a Chinese Restaurant, hotel, or fine dining establishment.
• Proven experience in preparing a wide range of dim sum items such as siomai, har gow, xiao long bao, char siu bao, spring rolls, and other traditional Chinese specialities.
• Proficient in Chinese cuisine, with expertise in various cooking techniques
• Ability to maintain consistency in taste, presentation, and portion control.
• Knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards.

Here’s what you’ll do during a typical day:

• Prepare great tasting dishes: Season, cook, and test dishes according to standard recipes, ensuring consistency in taste and presentation
• Supervise the kitchen team: Oversee line cooks to ensure and provide support as needed in the absence of senior chefs to ensure smooth and efficient operations
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness: Keep all work areas clean, tidy, and free of cross-contamination
• Ensure food quality and storage compliance: Monitor ingredient quality, ensuring proper storage and stock rotation
• Assist with cost management: Contribute to controlling food costs, improving gross profit margins, and meeting departmental financial targets
• Inspire and develop the team: Supervise and support team members, monitor performance, provide coaching, and foster a positive and productive work environment
• Uphold regulatory standards: Maintain compliance with health, safety, sanitation, and alcohol awareness regulations, ensuring the highest standards of guest and team member well-being