Head Chef

Banh Mi Kitchen Services; Davao del Sur; On-site; PHP 334,800 - 558,000; Full time

Job summary

A food service company in Davao del Sur is seeking an experienced Head Chef to manage kitchen operations and staff. Responsibilities include menu planning, staff training, inventory management, and ensuring food quality and safety. Ideal candidates should have a culinary degree and at least 5 years of experience in a related role. This position offers a hands-on opportunity to lead in a dynamic kitchen environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Head Chef.
• Familiarity with kitchen equipment and tools.
• Ability to manage food quality and safety.

Responsibilities

• Plan menus and develop recipes for the commissary kitchen.
• Supervise and train kitchen staff while adhering to standards.
• Manage inventory and optimize portioning.

Skills

Menu planning

Staff supervision

Inventory management

Food safety

Adaptability

Education

College or vocational graduate in culinary

Tools

Professional kitchen equipment

Job description

Overview

A Head Chef is responsible for overseeing the operations of a commissary kitchen, which is a centralized kitchen that produces and distributes food to multiple branches and/or stores of the company. As a Head Chef, your primary duties include planning menus, developing recipes, supervising and training staff, managing inventory, ensuring food quality and safety, and maintaining kitchen equipment.

Responsibilities

• Plan menus and develop recipes for the commissary kitchen.
• Supervise, train, and evaluate kitchen staff; delegate tasks and ensure adherence to standards.
• Manage inventory, ordering, and cost controls; monitor waste and optimize portioning.
• Ensure food quality, safety, and adherence to relevant regulations and procedures.
• Maintain and operate kitchen equipment and facilities; coordinate maintenance as needed.
• Collaborate with branches and stores to meet demand and timelines.

Qualifications

• Finished college or any commissary/culinary related vocational graduate.
• At least two (5) years work experience in the same role, in the same capacity.
• Familiar with professional kitchen equipment, including mixers, blenders, sheeters and other daily use; experienced with cutting tools and cookware.
• Certification in cooking is a plus.
• Understanding of food safety practices.
• Ability to multi-task and respond to requests in a timely manner.
• Ability to work with integrity, professionalism and confidentiality.
• Reliable and adaptable; willing to learn.
• Team-oriented with a customer-focused attitude.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions; physically fit.

Additional Information

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