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Job Description: Cook

Business Name: Z Manila Cafe

Location: Inside Philippine General Hospital (PGH), Manila

Employment Type: Full-Time

Compensation: ₱800 – ₱1,000 per day (based on experience)

Team: Small, family-owned and operated team

About Us

Z Manila Cafe is a cozy canteen, cafeteria, and kiosk-style venue located right inside the Philippine General Hospital (PGH) compound. We are a close-knit, family-operated business dedicated to serving warm, comforting meals, snacks, and quality food to healthcare workers, patients, and visitors every day.

Position Summary

We are looking for a reliable, skilled, and passionate Cook to join our small team. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing delicious, high-quality meals and daily viands, managing kitchen prep, and ensuring smooth food operations from opening to closing.

If you have a knack for comforting homestyle cooking, work well in a fast-paced environment, and want to be part of a supportive family-run business, we would love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Food Preparation & Cooking: Prepare, cook, and assemble daily dishes, short orders, breakfast items, or value meals according to cafe standards and recipes.
• Kitchen Operations: Manage food prep, portion control, cooking times, and plating efficiently to ensure timely service.
• Kitchen Hygiene & Sanitation: Maintain a clean, sanitary, and organized workstation, stove, and prep area in compliance with food safety standards.
• Inventory & Stock Monitoring: Check daily ingredient supplies, inspect food freshness, and assist with grocery or stock requests as needed.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with the cafe owners and service crew to ensure smooth daily kitchen and cafe operations.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience: At least 1 year of hands-on cooking experience in a canteen, restaurant, fast-food, or cafe setting.
• Skills: Knowledge of basic cooking methods, food safety, and kitchen sanitation; able to follow recipes and handle volume cooking.
• Personality: Hardworking, punctual, responsible, and able to stay calm under pressure in a busy hospital environment.
• Location: Preferably residing near Manila or within easy commuting distance to PGH.
• Health Requirements: Willing to secure standard health clearance (e.g., sanitary permit / health certificate).

What We Offer

• Competitive Pay: Daily rate ranging from ₱800 to ₱1,000 per day (depending on experience).
• Family Culture: Work in a supportive, respectful, and friendly family-owned environment where your hard work is truly appreciated.
• Stable Work: Consistent daily operations with a close-knit team.

How to Apply

If you are interested in joining our kitchen team, please send your resume or a brief message introducing your cooking experience to us!

Pay: Php800.00 - Php1,000.00 per day

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Staff meals provided

Work Location: In person