Italian Cuisine Lead & Service Director - El Nido

Tutto Passa Phil Resto Bar Inc; Palawan; On-site; PHP 400,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A new Italian restaurant in El Nido, Palawan is seeking an experienced Italian Cuisine Manager to lead the culinary team. The ideal candidate will have extensive expertise in Italian cuisine and over 5 years of managerial experience in a culinary environment. Responsibilities include menu planning, overseeing kitchen operations, and staff management. Fluent English is required, while Italian language skills are a plus. This position requires flexibility to work across multiple locations.

Qualifications

• Must have managerial experience of at least 5 years in a culinary setting.
• Fluent in English; proficiency in Italian is an advantage.
• Ability to innovate and lead a culinary team.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain menus emphasizing traditional Italian dishes.
• Oversee daily operations and food preparation in two restaurants.
• Train and manage service staff for efficient operations.
• Ensure high standards of food quality and service.
• Handle inventory and stock management.
• Introduce culinary innovations and keep up with trends.

Skills

Italian cuisine expertise

Menu design

Team leadership

Fluency in English

Creative mindset

Education

Formal culinary training or equivalent experience

Job description

A new Italian restaurant in El Nido, Palawan is seeking an experienced Italian Cuisine Manager to lead the culinary team. The ideal candidate will have extensive expertise in Italian cuisine and over 5 years of managerial experience in a culinary environment. Responsibilities include menu planning, overseeing kitchen operations, and staff management. Fluent English is required, while Italian language skills are a plus. This position requires flexibility to work across multiple locations.