Assistant Cook

Fruitas Holdings, Inc.; Makati; On-site; PHP 167,400 - 223,200; Full time

Job summary

Fruitas Holdings, Inc. is seeking kitchen staff to prepare ingredients and follow recipes accurately in a professional setting. Candidates should have experience in a kitchen environment and a high school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities include preparing meals according to standards, ensuring food safety, and effectively communicating with the team. Good time management and flexibility in work hours are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• 6 months to 1 year in a professional kitchen or food service environment.
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills for reading recipes and measuring ingredients.
• Familiarity with food safety and hygiene regulations.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends, evenings, and holidays.
• Good time management and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients for cooking, including chopping vegetables and cutting meat.
• Follow recipes and prepare meals according to standards.
• Plate dishes attractively and ensure portion control.
• Work closely with other kitchen staff and servers.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors regarding food prep.
• Follow health and safety regulations, including food hygiene standards.
• Dispose of waste properly and ensure proper storage of food items.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (e.g., GED)

Job description

Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients for cooking (chopping vegetables, cutting meat, etc.)
• Follow recipes and prepare meals according to standards.
• Plate dishes attractively and ensure portion control.
• Work closely with other kitchen staff and servers.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors regarding food prep, delays, or issues.
• Follow health and safety regulations, including food hygiene standards.
• Dispose of waste properly and ensure proper storage of food items.

Minimum Qualifications

• 6 months to 1 year in a professional kitchen, cafeteria, bakery or pastry kitchen or food service environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent (e.g., GED).
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills (reading recipes, measuring ingredients)
• Familiarity with food safety and hygiene regulations.
• Ability to follow recipes, portion sizes, and cooking procedures accurately.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends, evenings, and holidays.
• Good time management and teamwork skills.