Sous Chef: Lead Kitchen, Menu, and Culinary Team

Kimpton; Philippines; On-site; PHP 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Full uniform

Room discounts

Excellent training

Job summary

Kimpton in the Philippines is seeking a seasoned Sous Chef to lead a dynamic kitchen team and deliver dishes that delight guests. You’ll ensure high standards of quality, safety, and efficiency across the kitchen, while maintaining bold flavors and artistic presentation.

Join our hospitality family to contribute to menu planning, food costing, and staff development in a fast-paced environment that values teamwork, training, and guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts or related field.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience as a Chef or at least three (3) years of experience as Sous Chef.
• Must speak local language(s).
• At least one year of experience in a supervisory role within culinary or kitchen operations.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Knowledge of menu planning and food costing.
• Inventory control and stock management.
• Thorough understanding of food safety, sanitation, and hygiene standards.
• Familiarity with kitchen SOPs and quality standard.
• Ensure quality, kitchen maintenance and inventory functions kept to high standards.
• Assist in implementing kitchen rules and SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily kitchen activities and coach the team.
• Encouraging and addressing guest feedback.
• Working closely with the finance team to forecast, plan and budget.
• Maintain high standards of quality, food safety and cleanliness in the kitchen.
• Oversee inventory and stock management to minimize waste.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Menu planning

Food costing

Inventory control

SOPs

Food safety

Budgeting

Supervisory experience

HACCP

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's in Culinary Arts

Job description

Kimpton in the Philippines is seeking a seasoned Sous Chef to lead a dynamic kitchen team and deliver dishes that delight guests. You’ll ensure high standards of quality, safety, and efficiency across the kitchen, while maintaining bold flavors and artistic presentation.

Join our hospitality family to contribute to menu planning, food costing, and staff development in a fast-paced environment that values teamwork, training, and guest satisfaction.