Sous Chef

Vikings Group of Companies; Pampanga; On-site; PHP 450,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

Vikings Group of Companies in the Philippines seeks a skilled Sous Chef to oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring quality, consistency, and timely food preparation for hotel or banquet services.

You will support the Executive Chef, coordinate production, and maintain high kitchen standards, while collaborating with the culinary team. Immediate start and on-site work at Vikings SM Pampanga are required.

Qualifications

• Degree in Culinary Arts or related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• At least 5 years of experience as a First Cook or Sous Chef in a hotel or convention banquet service.
• Ability to read, understand, and communicate clearly in English.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to perform tasks efficiently and accurately in a fast-paced kitchen environment, with speed and timeliness as key priorities.
• Ability to taste and evaluate food to ensure proper preparation, seasoning, and quality.
• Strong knowledge of kitchen operations, food preparation, and culinary standards.
• Ability to work effectively with the culinary team to ensure smooth and timely food production.
• Willing to work on-site and on flexible schedules, including weekends and holidays.
• Willing and able to start immediately.
• Willing to be assigned to Vikings SM Pampanga.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring food quality, consistency, and timely preparation.
• Support the Executive Chef in coordinating food production and maintaining kitchen standards.
• Monitor food preparation and presentation to ensure dishes meet established culinary standards.

Skills

English communication

Team collaboration

Fast-paced kitchen

Taste and evaluate food

Culinary standards knowledge

Education

Degree in Culinary Arts or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Company Description

Vikings Group of Companies is one of the Philippines’ leading restaurant groups, known for its diverse dining concepts and commitment to providing exceptional food and dining experiences. Its portfolio includes Vikings Luxury Buffet, Tong Yang, NIU by Vikings, Four Seasons Buffet & Hotpot, and other established restaurant brands. With a focus on food quality, customer satisfaction, and service excellence, Vikings continues to deliver memorable dining experiences for its guests.

Role Summary

As a Sous Chef, you will assist in overseeing daily kitchen operations, ensuring food quality, consistency, and timely preparation, particularly in hotel or convention banquet services. You will support the Executive Chef in coordinating food production, maintaining kitchen standards, and ensuring efficient workflow. You will also monitor food preparation and presentation, assess food quality and taste, and help ensure that all dishes meet established culinary standards.

Qualifications

• Degree in Culinary Arts or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.




• At least 5 years of experience as a First Cook or Sous Chef in a hotel or convention banquet service.




• Ability to read, understand, and communicate clearly in English.




• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.




• Ability to perform tasks efficiently and accurately in a fast-paced kitchen environment, with speed and timeliness as key priorities.




• Ability to taste and evaluate food to ensure proper preparation, seasoning, and quality.




• Strong knowledge of kitchen operations, food preparation, and culinary standards.




• Ability to work effectively with the culinary team to ensure smooth and timely food production.




• Willing to work on-site and on flexible schedules, including weekends and holidays.




• Willing and able to start immediately.




• Willing to be assigned to Vikings SM Pampanga.