Chef

Four30 Gastropub; Pasig; On-site; PHP 480,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff meals

Career development

Work-life balance

Performance incentives

Job summary

Four30 Gastropub in Pasig City is seeking a Filipino Cuisine Chef to lead and develop our kitchen, crafting high-quality traditional and modern Filipino dishes while upholding taste, presentation and safety standards.

The role requires 3–5 years as a chef or head chef in full-service settings, strong knowledge of Filipino ingredients and techniques, and leadership skills to manage busy shifts in a gastropub environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledgeable in traditional and modern Filipino cuisine.
• Proven chef experience in full-service or gastropub settings.
• Experience in restaurant, catering, banquet or high-volume kitchen operations.
• Familiar with food safety and kitchen hygiene standards.
• Strong leadership and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Design, prepare and execute the menu with consistency and creativity.
• Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation and safety.
• Lead and develop kitchen staff through shifts.
• Costing, menu development and inventory management.
• Adapt menus to seasonal trends and market demands.

Skills

Filipino cuisine

Chef experience

Leadership

Teamwork

Menu development

Education

Food Hygiene Certification

Tools

Inventory management

Costing

Job description

FILIPINO CUISINE CHEF

Job Summary: The Filipino Cuisine Chef is responsible for preparing, cooking, and presenting high-quality Filipino dishes while ensuring consistency in taste, portion size, presentation, food safety, and overall kitchen standards.

Qualifications & Preferred Experience

• Preferably knowledgeable in both Traditional and Modern Filipino Cuisine.
• Proven experience as a Chef, Filipino Cuisine Chef, or similar culinary position.
• Preferably with experience in restaurant, catering, banquet, or high-volume kitchen operations.
• Knowledgeable in Filipino ingredients, cooking techniques, recipes, and food preparation.
• Ability to maintain consistency in food quality, taste, and presentation.
• Familiar with proper food handling, sanitation, and kitchen safety standards.
• Ability to follow standardized recipes and portion controls.
• Creative and willing to contribute ideas for new and improved Filipino dishes.
• Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Good teamwork, communication, and leadership skills.
• Willing to work on shifting schedules, weekends, and holidays.

About the role

We are seeking a talented and passionate Chef to join our restaurant and bar located in Pasig City, Metro Manila. This is a full-time position that offers an exciting opportunity to showcase your culinary expertise and creativity in a dynamic bistro environment.

As our Chef, you will play a key role in designing, preparing, and executing our menu, while maintaining the highest standards of food quality, presentation, consistency, and safety. This role is central to delivering an exceptional dining experience and helping establish our restaurant and bar’s reputation for quality, creativity, and excellence in the hospitality industry.

Formerly known as Four30 Gastropub.

What we're looking for

• Minimum 3-5 years' professional experience as a Chef or Head Chef in a full-service restaurant or gastropub setting
• Proven expertise in contemporary cuisine preparation with strong knowledge of cooking methods, ingredients and flavour profiles
• Proficiency in food costing, menu development and kitchen inventory management
• In-depth understanding of food safety standards, kitchen hygiene protocols and health regulations
• Strong leadership and team management skills with the ability to motivate and develop kitchen staff
• Excellent time management and organisational abilities, particularly during peak service periods
• Creative mindset with the ability to innovate and adapt menus to seasonal and market trends
• Certification in Food Hygiene or equivalent culinary qualification
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with all levels of staff
• Physical capability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment for extended periods

What we offer

Our restaurant and bar is committed to creating a supportive and rewarding workplace where culinary professionals can thrive. We offer competitive compensation aligned with industry standards, opportunities for career development and advancement within the hospitality sector, and a dynamic work environment that values creativity and innovation. We provide staff meal benefits, professional development opportunities to enhance your culinary skills, and a collaborative team culture that celebrates excellence. Additionally, we foster work-life balance through fair scheduling practices and recognise the dedication of our team members through performance incentives and recognition programmes.