Lead Chef & Kitchen Operations Leader

Crown Regency Hotels & Resorts; Malay; On-site; PHP 670,000 - 1,339,000; Full time

Job summary

Crown Regency Hotels & Resorts in the Philippines seeks a Head Chef to oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring exceptional food quality, consistency in taste and presentation, and strict adherence to food safety standards.

You will lead and develop the kitchen team, plan menus, manage costs, coordinate with purchasing, and maintain inventory and equipment, while working in a fast-paced resort environment with shifting schedules.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, or related field preferred.
• 5–7 years of culinary experience with supervisory or leadership background.
• Hotel, resort, or fine-dining experience is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage daily kitchen operations.
• Lead, train, and motivate kitchen staff (Sous Chefs, Line Cooks, Kitchen Staff).
• Plan menus and develop new dishes based on guest preferences and business needs.
• Ensure all food is prepared according to recipes, quality standards, and presentation guidelines.
• Monitor food quality, taste, portions, and presentation.

Skills

Leadership

Food safety

Menu development

Cost control

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts or related field

Job description

Crown Regency Hotels & Resorts in the Philippines seeks a Head Chef to oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring exceptional food quality, consistency in taste and presentation, and strict adherence to food safety standards.

You will lead and develop the kitchen team, plan menus, manage costs, coordinate with purchasing, and maintain inventory and equipment, while working in a fast-paced resort environment with shifting schedules.