Sous Chef - In-room Dining

The Hongkong and Shanghai Hotels; Makati; On-site; PHP 420,000 - 660,000; 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. You will lead a culinary team, ensure highest standards of food quality, presentation, and efficiency, and exceed guest expectations.

Responsibilities include managing room service operations, controlling costs, maintaining safety and sanitation, and mentoring staff in a fast-paced luxury hotel environment.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of culinary experience in a hotel, restaurant, or Room Service operation.
• 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.

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

Cooking techniques

Kitchen operations

Team leadership

Food cost control

Food safety

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.