Restaurant Manager, Palawan

Job description:

About the Role:

We are looking for an experienced and passionate Italian Cuisine Manager to lead the service and culinary team in our new Italian restaurant in El Nido, Palawan. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Italian cuisine, exceptional service skills, and a dedication to creating memorable dining experiences. This role requires working 6 days per week in El Nido, supporting operations at our existing beachfront Italian restaurant.

Key Responsibilities:

• Menu Planning: Design and maintain menus that highlight traditional Italian dishes with creative twists, ensuring consistency and quality.
• Kitchen Operations: Oversee daily food preparation, plating, and presentation in both restaurants.
• Team Leadership: Train, mentor, and manage service staff to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
• Quality Control: Maintain high standards of service, food quality, and presentation.
• Inventory Management: Handle ordering, stock control, and bar cost management.
• Culinary Innovation: Keep up with culinary trends and introduce new ideas to enhance the menu.

Qualifications:

• Formal culinary training or equivalent professional experience in service.
• MUST BE A FOREIGNER, Italian Nationality preferred
• Minimum 5 years of managerial experience in a culinary setting.
• Fluent in English; Italian language skills are a plus.
• Creative mindset with the ability to innovate within Italian cuisine.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Flexible and adaptable to different environments and teams in Manila and El Nido.