Executive Head Chef - Menu Innovation & Kitchen Lead

STB-DJL HUMAN LINK INC; Philippines; On-site; PHP 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

STB-DJL HUMAN LINK INC. in the Philippines is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead kitchen operations, plan and update menus, and develop, test, and cost recipes to maintain quality and innovation.

You will supervise kitchen staff, train and schedule cooks, ensure food safety and hygiene standards (HACCP), and promptly resolve issues to deliver exceptional dining experiences. A strong background in luxury hospitality and cruise or hotel environments is preferred.

Qualifications

• 15 years of working experience required.
• Vocational Diploma / Short Course Certificate in Food and Beverage Preparation/Service Management or similar field.
• Preferably with work experience in hotel, cruise ship, high-end restaurant and cafe.

Responsibilities

• Planning, creating, and updating menus, ensuring consistent quality and innovation, and developing, testing, and costing recipes.
• Supervising, training, and scheduling kitchen staff (sous chefs, cooks, dishwashers), delegating tasks, and fostering a collaborative, safe working environment
• Approving dishes before service, ensuring food safety (HACCP) and hygiene standards are met, and resolving any issues quickly.

Skills

Menu planning

Food preparation

Kitchen supervision

Staff training

HACCP knowledge

Education

Vocational Diploma / Short Course Certificate in Food and Beverage Preparation/Service Management

Job description

STB-DJL HUMAN LINK INC. in the Philippines is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead kitchen operations, plan and update menus, and develop, test, and cost recipes to maintain quality and innovation.

You will supervise kitchen staff, train and schedule cooks, ensure food safety and hygiene standards (HACCP), and promptly resolve issues to deliver exceptional dining experiences. A strong background in luxury hospitality and cruise or hotel environments is preferred.