Executive Chef

Vikings Group of Companies; San Juan; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 1,900,000; Full time

Job summary

Vikings Group of Companies is seeking an Executive Chef to oversee all kitchen operations across its renowned dining concepts in the Philippines. You will ensure exceptional food quality, consistency, presentation, and operational efficiency while leading a large culinary team.

You will drive food-cost control, uphold top-tier food safety standards, and create innovative buffet presentations that delight guests at Vikings Greenhills and other brands; availability to start immediately and work

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years as Executive Chef in a large hotel or cruise ship environment.
• Proven leadership, team management and decision-making abilities.
• Strong knowledge of large-scale food production and culinary quality standards.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lead and supervise kitchen staff across multiple stations.
• Strong cost-control awareness and product cost management.
• Experience in training staff for high-volume service.
• Creative in buffet presentation and food styling.
• Willing to work on-site with flexible schedules, including weekends/holidays.
• Willing to start immediately.
• Willing to be assigned to Vikings Greenhills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all kitchen operations to ensure quality, consistency and presentation.
• Lead, develop and train culinary team and supervise kitchen personnel across stations.
• Manage food costs, waste, and inventory; enforce food safety standards.
• Drive creativity in buffet presentations and display.
• Optimize kitchen resources and ensure exceptional dining experiences.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Decision making

Communication

Excel

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 Greenhills.