Assistant Head Cook (Filipino Cuisine)

Mc Wilson Corporation; San Juan; On-site; PHP 335,000 - 469,000; Full time

Job summary

Mc Wilson Corporation is seeking an Assistant Head Cook to oversee the preparation and cooking of authentic Filipino dishes, ensuring quality, consistency, cleanliness, and safety standards. You will supervise kitchen staff, manage daily operations, and ensure all menu items are prepared to company recipes.

The role requires 3–5 years in a head cook or senior cook position in Filipino cuisine, strong HACCP knowledge, and the ability to lead under pressure with shifting schedules.

Qualifications

• Experience in head cook/senior cook roles in Filipino cuisine.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP and food safety.
• Ability to lead and supervise a kitchen team.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Willing to work shifts, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook authentic Filipino dishes according to standard recipes.
• Supervise and guide kitchen staff during daily operations.
• Ensure food is prepared, cooked, and served on time.
• Maintain consistency in food quality, taste, and presentation.
• Monitor food preparation to minimize waste and control costs.
• Check the quality and freshness of ingredients before use.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and hygiene standards.
• Monitor inventory and coordinate with purchasing for supplies.
• Train and mentor kitchen staff on techniques, recipes, and procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen, equipment, and workstations.

Skills

Kitchen Leadership

Staff Supervision

Time Management

Food Safety HACCP

Organizational Skills

Under Pressure

Education

Culinary Arts Education

Vocational Graduate

Job description

About the role

The Assistant Head Cook is responsible for overseeing the preparation and cooking of Filipino dishes while ensuring food quality, consistency, cleanliness, and food safety standards. They supervise kitchen staff, manage daily kitchen operations, and ensure all menu items are prepared according to company recipes and standards.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and cook authentic Filipino dishes according to standard recipes.
• Supervise and guide kitchen staff during daily operations.
• Ensure food is prepared, cooked, and served on time.
• Maintain consistency in food quality, taste, and presentation.
• Monitor food preparation to minimize waste and control food costs.
• Check the quality and freshness of ingredients before use.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and hygiene standards.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with the purchasing team for kitchen supplies.
• Train and mentor kitchen staff on cooking techniques, recipes, and kitchen procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen, equipment, and workstations.

About you

• Vocational graduate, or college level in Culinary Arts or a related field is an advantage.
• At least 3-5 years of experience as a Head Cook, Senior Cook, or similar role in a restaurant serving Filipino cuisine.
• Strong knowledge of traditional and modern Filipino dishes.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and HACCP principles.
• Ability to lead and supervise a kitchen team.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Able to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Willing to work on shifting schedules, weekends, and holidays.