Executive Japanese Head Chef - Sushi, Teppanyaki

Private Advertiser; Puerto Princesa; On-site; PHP 800,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Private Advertiser in Puerto Princesa seeks a seasoned Japanese Head Chef to oversee daily operations of the Japanese kitchen, plan and supervise authentic cuisine including sushi, sashimi, teppanyaki, tempura, ramen, and other specialties, and develop high‑quality recipes and presentation standards.

You will lead and mentor kitchen staff, ensure recipes and portions meet standards, monitor ingredients, control food costs, and coordinate with hotel or resort teams to deliver exceptional dining

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Japanese Head Chef or senior culinary role.
• Extensive knowledge of authentic Japanese cuisine and techniques.
• Strong leadership and team-management skills.
• Experience in hotel, resort, or fine-dining environments preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards.
• Ability to work under pressure in a high-volume kitchen.
• Willing to work flexible hours including weekends/holidays.
• Culinary certification or formal training is an advantage.
• Experience with sushi, sashimi, hot dishes, sauces, stocks.

Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, train, and motivate Japanese kitchen staff to ensure excellent performance and teamwork.
• Ensure that all dishes are consistently prepared according to established recipes, portion sizes, taste, quality, and presentation standards.
• Monitor the freshness, quality, and proper handling of fish, seafood, meat, vegetables, and other ingredients.
• Ensure proper knife skills, food preparation techniques, cooking methods, and plating standards are consistently followed.
• Conduct regular quality checks of food products and finished dishes before service.
• Manage food inventory, including monitoring stock levels, proper storage, and appropriate use of ingredients to minimize spoilage and wastage.
• Coordinate with the Purchasing Department regarding the sourcing and procurement of high-quality Japanese ingredients and specialty products.
• Control food costs and implement measures to maintain food cost targets without compromising quality.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, HACCP principles, and hotel/resort health and safety standards.
• Coordinate closely with the Restaurant Manager, Executive Chef, Sous Chef, and other departments regarding menu requirements, special events, and guest requests.

Skills

Leadership

Sushi

Sashimi

Food Costing

Kitchen Operations

HACCP Compliance

Staff Training

Menu Development

Quality Assurance

Education

Culinary Certification

Job description

Private Advertiser in Puerto Princesa seeks a seasoned Japanese Head Chef to oversee daily operations of the Japanese kitchen, plan and supervise authentic cuisine including sushi, sashimi, teppanyaki, tempura, ramen, and other specialties, and develop high‑quality recipes and presentation standards.

You will lead and mentor kitchen staff, ensure recipes and portions meet standards, monitor ingredients, control food costs, and coordinate with hotel or resort teams to deliver exceptional dining