Executive Chef

Quality Choices Corporation; Quezon City; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Quality Choices Corporation in Quezon City is seeking an Executive Chef to lead the LAS CASAS FILIPINAS de ACUZAR kitchen, oversee all food preparation, quality, and service standards, and drive menu development and cost control.

The role requires a degree in Culinary Arts or related field and several years of senior kitchen management experience. Strong leadership, creativity, and a passion for guest service are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, or related field.
• Several years of experience as an executive chef or in a senior kitchen management position.
• Experience in menu planning, food costing, and inventory management.
• Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques and culinary trends.
• Understanding of food safety, sanitation, and health regulations.
• Knowledge of budgeting, cost control, and purchasing procedures.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Creativity in menu development and food presentation.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended hours when needed.
• Interested applicants to be assigned here in LAS CASAS FILIPINAS de ACUZAR located at SAN FRANCISO DEL MONTE QUEZON CITY.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing Kitchen Operations and daily food preparation.
• Ensure smooth and efficient kitchen operations.
• Design and update menus; create new recipes and concepts.
• Lead, train, and motivate chefs, cooks, and kitchen staff.
• Assign duties and monitor staff performance.
• Maintain food quality, taste, and presentation standards.
• Monitor portion control and consistency.
• Order ingredients and kitchen supplies; monitor stock levels.
• Manage food and labor costs and monitor budgets.
• Enforce health, safety, and sanitation regulations.
• Address guest concerns and ensure high-quality meals and service.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Menu development

Time management

Flexibility

Creativity

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree or diploma in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, Food Service Management

Job description

Executive Chef - is responsible for overseeing all food preparation and kitchen operations in a restaurant, hotel, resort, or catering business. They lead the culinary team and ensure that food quality, safety, and service standards are maintained.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Overseeing Kitchen Operations

• Manage daily kitchen activities and food preparation.

• Ensure smooth and efficient kitchen operations.

• Menu Planning and Development

• Design and update menus.

• Create new recipes and food concepts.

• Ensure menu items are cost-effective and appealing to customers.

• Supervising Kitchen Staff

• Lead, train, and motivate chefs, cooks, and kitchen assistants.

• Assign duties and monitor staff performance.

• Maintaining Food Quality

• Ensure all dishes meet quality, taste, and presentation standards.

• Monitor portion control and consistency.

• Managing Inventory and Supplies

• Order food ingredients and kitchen supplies.

• Monitor stock levels and reduce waste.

• Controlling Costs and Budget

• Manage food and labor costs.

• Prepare and monitor kitchen budgets.

• Ensuring Food Safety and Sanitation

• Enforce health, safety, and sanitation regulations.

• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment.

Ensuring Customer Satisfaction

• Address food-related concerns and complaints.

• Ensure guests receive high-quality meals and service.

Job Requirements and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, Food Service Management, or a related field (preferred).

• Several years of experience as a executive chef or in a senior kitchen management position.

• Experience in menu planning, food costing, and inventory management.

• Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques and culinary trends.

• Understanding of food safety, sanitation, and health regulations.

• Knowledge of budgeting, cost control, and purchasing procedures.

• Excellent leadership and team management skills.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Creativity in menu development and food presentation.

• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.

• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended hours when needed.

• Passion for food, customer service, and culinary excellence.

• Interested applicants to be assign here in LAS CASAS FILIPINAS de ACUZAR located at SAN FRANCISO DEL MONTE QUEZON CITY.