Asia Pacific Theological Seminary (APTS)
444 Ambuklao Road, Baguio City, Benguet 2600, Philippines

Application Deadline: Until filled by the first qualified candidate

Asia Pacific Theological Seminary (APTS) invites qualified applicants to apply for the position of Head Chef / Chef Supervisor. This position provides leadership for the seminary’s kitchen and dining services and supports the daily meal needs, hospitality, and event food service of the APTS community.

Submit your resume and additional requirements to: apts.jobs@apts.edu

Position Summary

The Head Chef at Asia Pacific Theological Seminary (APTS) provides leadership for the seminary’s kitchen and dining services by preparing nutritious, appealing, and culturally sensitive meals for students, staff, guests, groups, and conference participants. This role supports the seminary’s multicultural residential community by maintaining high standards of food quality, hospitality, hygiene, stewardship, and service.

Primary Responsibilities

• Prepare daily student meals, including breakfast, lunch, dinner, and special mea requirements as assigned.

• Prepare meals for visiting groups, conferences, seminars, retreats, special events, and other institutional gatherings hosted by APTS.

• Plan balanced menus that reflect nutritional value, cost effectiveness, seasonal availability, cultural sensitivity, and the needs of an international seminary community.

• Assist with procurement by preparing ingredient requirements, coordinating purchasing needs, recommending suppliers when appropriate, and helping ensure that food purchases are timely, economical, and suitable for planned menus.

• Maintain kitchen sanitation, food safety, and hygiene standards in accordance with institutional expectations and applicable health regulations.

• Monitor inventory levels, track food and kitchen supplies, minimize waste, and communicate restocking needs promptly.

• Supervise and coordinate kitchen staff, helpers, or assigned workers, including planning chef schedules to ensure adequate coverage for regular meals, conferences, groups, and special events.

• Ensure that meals are prepared and served on schedule, with attention to quality portion control, presentation, and hospitality.

• Maintain proper storage, labeling, rotation, and handling of food items to prevent spoilage and contamination.

• Support budgeting and cost control by using ingredients responsibly, reducing waste, and assisting with accurate meal planning for expected numbers of diners.

Specific Duties

Meal Preparation and Service

• Prepare regular meals for students enrolled in meal plans and for others purchasing individual meals.

• Adjust meal quantities based on student counts, guest reservations, group bookings, and conference schedules.

• Provide meal support for special events, banquets, receptions, and seminary functions as requested.

• Accommodate reasonable dietary needs when communicated in advance and approved by the appropriate supervisor.

Menu Planning and Cost Stewardship

• Develop weekly or periodic menus in coordination with the Business Administrator.

• Plan meals that are nutritious, varied, affordable, and appropriate for APTS’s multicultural community.

• Estimate quantities accurately to support efficient purchasing, appropriate portioning, and reduced food waste.

• Recommend improvements to menus, kitchen workflow, food presentation, and service quality.

Procurement Assistance and Inventory Management

• Prepare purchase requests, ingredient lists, and supply needs based on approved menus and expected meal counts.

• Assist in receiving, checking, and storing food deliveries to confirm quality, quantity, and proper handling.

• Maintain organized storage areas, including dry goods, refrigerated items, frozen items, cleaning supplies, and kitchen equipment.

• Conduct regular inventory checks and report shortages, overstock, spoilage, or equipment concerns to the appropriate supervisor.

Sanitation, Safety, and Compliance

• Ensure that food preparation areas, serving areas, storage areas, utensils, and equipment are cleaned and sanitized consistently.

• Follow proper food handling practices, including temperature control, safe storage, handwashing, cross-contamination prevention, and safe thawing and reheating procedures.

• Train and remind kitchen personnel or helpers regarding sanitation expectations and safe kitchen practices.

• Report maintenance, pest control, sanitation, or safety concerns promptly.

Qualifications

• Must have graduated from a culinary school or hold a degree in restaurant management, hospitality management, or a closely related field.

• Required to have, or acquire before being hired, and maintain a Food Handler Certification from Baguio City.

• Demonstrated experience in commercial, institutional, cafeteria, hotel, restaurant, or conference food service operations.

• Ability to prepare meals for both regular daily service and larger groups or special events.

• Knowledge of menu planning, food costing, procurement support, inventory control, sanitation, and kitchen safety.

• Ability to lead kitchen personnel with professionalism, patience, accountability, and a service-oriented attitude.

• Strong leadership skills, including the ability to guide, motivate, and develop kitchen team members.

• Strong organizational skills, reliability, punctuality, and attention to detail.

• Ability to work respectfully in a multicultural Christian educational environment.

Core Competencies

• Food preparation and kitchen operations

• Menu planning and nutrition awareness

• Hospitality and service excellence

• Inventory control and waste reduction

• Sanitation, safety, and hygiene compliance

• Team leadership, staff scheduling, and communication

• Budget-conscious decision-making

• Cultural sensitivity and flexibility

Working Conditions

• Work is performed primarily in the seminary kitchen, dining, and food storage areas.

• The position may require early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, or extended hours during conferences, group events, and special seminary activities.

• The role may require standing for extended periods, lifting food supplies, working near heat, and using kitchen equipment safely.

Application Requirements

All applicants must submit the following documents as part of their application:

• Resume

• Cover Letter

• Education credentials, including diploma and transcript

• Certification from previous employer (not current employer)

• NBI or police clearance

• Medical certificate

• Baguio Food Handler Certification

• SSS/Pag-IBIG, PhilHealth numbers

Submit your Application to apts.jobs@apts.edu