Fresh Graduate Restaurant jobs in Manila

Job Overview:

The Kitchen Helper (Cold Kitchen) is responsible for the preparation, assembly, and presentation of cold dishes, including salads, sandwiches, and chilled items. The role ensures consistent quality, adherence to recipes, and compliance with GMP and Halal standards.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Food Preparation & Assembly

• Prepare cold dishes according to standardized recipes
• Ensure proper portioning, presentation, and taste consistency
• Monitor ingredient freshness and storage conditions

2. GMP & Halal Compliance

• Maintain segregation of Halal and non-Halal ingredients
• Follow proper storage, labeling, and traceability protocols
• Enforce hygiene, sanitation, and housekeeping in the cold kitchen

3. Team Supervision

• Train and guide cold kitchen staff in preparation, assembly, and plating techniques
• Assign tasks, oversee workflow, and ensure timely production

4. Quality Control & Documentation

• Inspect finished products for quality and compliance
• Maintain logs for production, temperatures, and cleaning
• Report deviations and implement corrective actions

5. Coordination

• Work closely with Hot Kitchen, Advanced Production, and QESH teams
• Assist in menu planning, inventory management, and production scheduling

Qualifications:

• Expertise in preparing salads, appetizers, cold platters, sandwiches, and charcuterie
• Knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and proper storage of cold ingredients
• Experience in recipe standardization, portioning, and maintaining presentation standards
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced production or kitchen environment
• Proven ability to maintain product quality, consistency, and operational efficiency
• Strong organizational, time management, and teamwork skills
• Ability to coordinate with other kitchen sections and follow production schedules
• Attention to detail and commitment to high-quality food presentation

Key Competencies:

• Technical Competency - Culinary Techniques, coordination,
• Personal Effectiveness Competency - Time Management, emotional intelligence, goal setting and planning
• Education - Bachelor's degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality, or related field are preferred.

Work Location: In person