Executive Chef

Vikings Group of Companies; Murcia; On-site; PHP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Vikings Group of Companies is a leading Philippine restaurant group known for its diverse dining concepts and commitment to delivering exceptional food and dining experiences. As Executive Chef, you will oversee all kitchen operations, drive culinary excellence, lead a dynamic team, and maintain high standards of safety, quality, and cost control to ensure an outstanding dining experience.

You will be assigned to Vikings Bacolod, work on-site with flexible schedules including weekends and

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience as an Executive Chef in a large hotel or cruise ship.
• At least 2 years of experience as an Executive Sous Chef.
• Excellent leadership, team management, and decision-making skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all kitchen operations to ensure quality, consistency, and presentation.
• Lead and develop the culinary team, manage food costs, and ensure food safety standards.
• Oversee large-scale food preparation and buffet presentations.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Decision making

Communication

Cost control

Training and development

Buffet presentation

Creativity

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Company Description

Vikings Group of Companies is one of the Philippines' leading restaurant groups, known for its diverse dining concepts and commitment to providing exceptional food and dining experiences. Its portfolio includes Vikings Luxury Buffet, Tong Yang, NIU by Vikings, Four Seasons Buffet & Hotpot, and other established restaurant brands. With a focus on food quality, customer satisfaction, and service excellence, Vikings continues to deliver memorable dining experiences for its guests.

Role Summary

As an Executive Chef, you will oversee and manage all kitchen operations, ensuring exceptional food quality, consistency, presentation, and operational efficiency. You will lead and develop the culinary team, manage food costs, maintain food safety and quality standards, and oversee large-scale food preparation. You will also drive creativity in buffet presentations, optimize kitchen resources, and ensure an outstanding dining experience for our guests.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience as an Executive Chef in a large hotel or cruise ship environment, with at least 2 years of experience as an Executive Sous Chef.

• Excellent leadership, team management, and decision-making skills.

• Strong knowledge of food operations, large-scale food preparation, and culinary quality standards.

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively with different teams while effectively leading and supervising kitchen personnel.

• Strong awareness of product costs, food quality, and cost-control measures.

• Proven ability to train and develop subordinates in large-volume food preparation.

• Creative skills in buffet presentation, food styling, and culinary displays.

• Willing to work on-site and on flexible schedules, including weekends and holidays.

• Willing and able to start immediately.

• Willing to be assigned to Vikings Bacolod.