Executive Chef: Innovative Menus & High-Impact Leadership

Private Advertiser; Makati; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Private Advertiser is seeking a Head Chef in Makati to lead all kitchen operations, ensuring high-quality food, exceptional presentation, and guest satisfaction. You will drive menu development, cost control, and compliance with Philippine food-safety standards in a fast-paced hotel environment.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in professional kitchens, 2+ years in supervisory roles, and strong leadership and communication skills to manage a diverse culinary team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in culinary arts or related field.
• Minimum 5 years in professional kitchen operations; hotel/hospitality experience preferred.
• At least 2 years supervisory or managerial experience as Head Chef or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of menu planning, food costing, inventory, and kitchen operations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.
• Willing to work on shifting schedules, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations across all sections to ensure efficiency.
• Ensure food prepared meets hotel standards for taste, quality, freshness, and presentation.
• Develop, standardize, and implement recipes, cooking procedures, and plating guidelines.
• Monitor food preparation, cooking methods, plating, and service delivery.
• Plan menus for different hotel functions, events, and catering requirements.
• Maintain food safety, sanitation, and compliance with PH laws and hotel standards.
• Lead, train, and motivate culinary team; conduct performance evaluations.
• Control food costs within budgets and manage inventory utilization.

Skills

Kitchen operations

Leadership

Menu planning

Food costing

HACCP knowledge

Staff training

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Culinary Arts

Job description

Private Advertiser is seeking a Head Chef in Makati to lead all kitchen operations, ensuring high-quality food, exceptional presentation, and guest satisfaction. You will drive menu development, cost control, and compliance with Philippine food-safety standards in a fast-paced hotel environment.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in professional kitchens, 2+ years in supervisory roles, and strong leadership and communication skills to manage a diverse culinary team.