Head Chef

Private Advertiser; Philippines; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Private Advertiser is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead kitchen operations in Palawan. You will plan, prepare and present high-quality dishes that meet culinary standards and guest expectations while overseeing prep, cooking, plating and presentation.

The role requires 8+ years of culinary experience with at least 5 years in senior leadership, formal culinary qualifications, and strong skills in cost control, food safety and team development. Knowledge of Palawan cuisine is a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8+ years of professional culinary experience, with at least 5 years in a Head Chef or senior kitchen leadership role.
• Formal culinary qualifications or equivalent professional training and certifications.
• Proven expertise in multiple cuisines and cooking techniques with strong knowledge of international standards.
• Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to motivate, train and manage a diverse culinary team effectively.
• Comprehensive understanding of food safety, hygiene regulations and HACCP principles.
• Strong financial acumen with experience in budgeting, cost control and inventory management.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and high-volume service periods.
• Creative flair and innovation in menu development and food presentation.
• Ability to work under pressure whilst maintaining composure and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with all departments.
• Experience in hospitality or tourism-related establishments is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of Palawan's local cuisine and ingredients would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and present high-quality dishes that meet culinary standards and guest expectations
• Oversee kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking techniques, plating and presentation
• Manage kitchen staff, providing guidance, training, mentoring and performance evaluation to ensure a cohesive and skilled team
• Develop and refine menus in collaboration with management, incorporating seasonal ingredients and guest preferences
• Control food costs, manage inventory and maintain strict budget adherence whilst maximising profitability
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene standards and health regulations at all times
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen, including equipment maintenance and safety protocol
• Source high-quality ingredients from approved suppliers and maintain relationships with vendors
• Monitor food quality, taste and presentation consistency across all service periods
• Respond to special dietary requirements and guest requests with professionalism and creativity
• Collaborate with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless service and guest satisfaction

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Menu development

Cost control

Food safety HACCP

Staff mentoring

Vendor management

Quality control

Communication

Time management

Creativity

Education

Formal culinary qualifications

Job description

Key responsibilities

1. Plan, prepare and present high-quality dishes that meet culinary standards and guest expectations

2. Oversee all kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking techniques, plating and presentation

3. Manage kitchen staff, providing guidance, training, mentoring and performance evaluation to ensure a cohesive and skilled team

4. Develop and refine menus in collaboration with management, incorporating seasonal ingredients and guest preferences

5. Control food costs, manage inventory and maintain strict budget adherence whilst maximising profitability

6. Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene standards and health regulations at all times

7. Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen, including equipment maintenance and safety protocol

8. Source high-quality ingredients from approved suppliers and maintain relationships with vendors

9. Monitor food quality, taste and presentation consistency across all service periods

10. Respond to special dietary requirements and guest requests with professionalism and creativity

11. Collaborate with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless service and guest satisfaction

What we're looking for

1. Minimum 8+ years of professional culinary experience, with at least 5 years in a Head Chef or senior kitchen leadership role

2. Formal culinary qualifications or equivalent professional training and certifications

3. Proven expertise in multiple cuisines and cooking techniques with strong knowledge of international standards

4. Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to motivate, train and manage a diverse culinary team effectively

5. Comprehensive understanding of food safety, hygiene regulations and HACCP principles

6. Strong financial acumen with experience in budgeting, cost control and inventory management

7. Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and high-volume service periods

8. Creative flair and innovation in menu development and food presentation

9. Ability to work under pressure whilst maintaining composure and attention to detail

10. Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with all departments

11. Experience in hospitality or tourism-related establishments is highly desirable

12. Knowledge of Palawan's local cuisine and ingredients would be advantageous