Sous Chef

Role summary

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The Sous Chef supports the Executive Chef in managing daily kitchen operations, maintaining food quality, developing menus, controlling costs, and supervising culinary colleagues. Candidates should have formal culinary training and several years of professional kitchen experience, preferably in a luxury hotel or high-volume restaurant. Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene standards, portion control, ordering, and kitchen administration is expected. The role requires leadership, creativity, organization, and the ability to work calmly under pressure. Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and holidays is essential. Experience with Filipino and international cuisine, staff coaching, and inventory management would be an advantage.

About the employer

Fairmont Makati is a luxury hotel located in the heart of Makati City, one of the Philippines’ leading business, shopping, and entertainment districts. The property is part of Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, an international luxury hospitality brand within the Accor group. It offers well-appointed accommodation, restaurants and bars, meeting and event facilities, wellness services, and attentive guest experiences for business and leisure travelers. Fairmont is known for combining high service standards with a strong sense of local character. At Fairmont Makati, culinary teams work in a fast-paced, multicultural environment serving hotel guests, corporate clients, social events, and visitors from around the world. Employees can benefit from structured hospitality standards, professional development opportunities, and the wider career network provided by Accor.