Sous Chef - In-room Dining

The Peninsula Manila; Makati; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

The Peninsula Manila in Makati seeks a top-caliber Room Service Chef to oversee the preparation and delivery of exceptional in-room dining experiences, ensuring guest expectations are exceeded through quality, consistency, and efficiency.

You will supervise daily Room Service kitchen operations, train the culinary team, manage food costs, inventory, and uphold food safety standards in a fast-paced luxury hotel setting.

Qualifications

• At least 2–5 years of culinary experience in hotel/restaurant or Room Service.
• Strong knowledge of cooking techniques and kitchen operations.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of food cost control, inventory management, and budgeting.
• Familiarity with food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely preparation and delivery of high-quality Room Service orders in accordance with hotel standards.
• Supervise daily Room Service kitchen operations, including food production, mise en place, and order coordination.
• Maintain food quality, presentation, and compliance with food safety and sanitation standards.
• Manage food costs, inventory levels, stocks, and minimize wastage.
• Train, coach, and supervise culinary team members while fostering a positive and productive work environment.

Skills

Culinary experience

Team leadership

Food safety knowledge

Cost control / budgeting

Mise en place / prep

Kitchen operations

Job description

We are looking for a top-caliber, highly motivated, and passionate culinary professional to oversee the preparation and delivery of exceptional in-room dining experiences. The Room Service Chef is responsible for maintaining the highest standards of food quality, consistency, and efficiency while ensuring guest expectations are exceeded.

Key Accountabilities

• Ensure timely preparation and delivery of high-quality Room Service orders in accordance with hotel standards.
• Supervise daily Room Service kitchen operations, including food production, mise en place, and order coordination.
• Maintain food quality, presentation, and compliance with food safety and sanitation standards.
• Manage food costs, inventory levels, stocks, and minimize wastage.
• Train, coach, and supervise culinary team members while fostering a positive and productive work environment.

General Requirements

• At least 2-5 years of culinary experience in a hotel, restaurant, or Room Service operation, preferably as a Chef de Partie or Junior Sous Chef.
• Strong knowledge of cooking techniques, food preparation, and kitchen operations.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of food cost control, inventory management, and budgeting.
• Familiarity with food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards.

The Peninsula Manila

Located in Makati City's bustling business district, The Peninsula Manila has epitomised luxury and sophistication in the Philippines for over 40 years. Known as the 'Jewel in the Capital's Crown,' it offers elegant rooms, renowned Filipino hospitality, and a stunning lobby. The hotel features award-winning dining, a top-rated bar, a fitness center, and a retail arcade. Recognised as "The Best Business Hotel in Manila" by readers of Business Traveller Asia-Pacific, "The Best Premium Hotel in the Philippines" by Trip.com. It also holds a spot in the Michelin Guide 2024.