Kitchen Leader

EMBLUJU INC.; Makati; On-site; PHP 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

EMBLUJU INC. is seeking a seasoned Kitchen Leader to manage daily kitchen operations at Rockwell Power Plant Mall, Makati City. The role requires hands-on leadership, pizza expertise, and strong dispatch coordination to ensure high-quality output during peak hours.

The ideal candidate brings 2–3 years in pizza service, excellent team management, and a track record of maintaining food safety and cleanliness in a fast-paced environment. Shift work and holidays are included.

Qualifications

• College graduate or equivalent educational background.
• 2–3 years of relevant experience in a pizza restaurant or similar operation.
• Basic knowledge and hands-on skills in pizza dough stretching.
• Knowledgeable in pizza topping, portioning, and proper food preparation.
• Experience in key kitchen station management and manning.
• Skilled in order dispatch and kitchen-to-front-of-house coordination.
• Experience as a Dispatch Leader or similar kitchen leadership role.
• Experience in inventory monitoring, stock management, and ordering.
• Can assist in staff scheduling and manpower planning.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Able to maintain quality, food safety, cleanliness, and kitchen standards.
• Can work efficiently and calmly during peak hours and high-volume operations.
• Has a good employment record and positive work history.
• Demonstrates maturity, responsibility, discipline, and professionalism.
• Has a pleasing personality and good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the kitchen team during daily operations.
• Ensure proper execution of pizza preparation, dough stretching, topping, cooking, and plating.
• Manage kitchen stations and ensure proper manpower deployment.
• Lead the dispatch process to ensure orders are complete, accurate, and released on time.
• Monitor ticket times and coordinate with the service team during peak hours.
• Ensure consistent product quality, portioning, and presentation.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate stock ordering and replenishment.
• Assist in preparing staff schedules and managing daily manpower requirements.
• Maintain cleanliness, sanitation, food safety, and overall kitchen standards.
• Train, guide, and coach kitchen team members.
• Handle operational concerns and help resolve issues quickly and professionally.
• Ensure the kitchen is properly prepared before opening and properly closed after operations.
• Support the Restaurant Manager/Management Team in achieving operational and service targets.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Calm under pressure

Customer-focused

Fast-paced environment

Shift scheduling

Quality control

Education

College graduate or equivalent

2–3 years of relevant experience in pizza restaurant or similar

Job description

WE ARE HIRING: KITCHEN LEADER
Rockwell Power Plant Mall, Makati City

We are looking for a mature, reliable, and experienced Kitchen Leader to join our team! If you have solid experience in a pizza restaurant, strong kitchen leadership skills, and can confidently handle operations during busy periods, we’d love to hear from you.

QUALIFICATIONS

• College graduate or equivalent educational background
• With 2–3 years of relevant experience in a pizza restaurant or similar food service operation
• With basic knowledge and hands-on skills in pizza dough stretching
• Knowledgeable in pizza topping, portioning, and proper food preparation
• Experienced in key kitchen station management and manning
• Skilled in order dispatch and kitchen-to-front-of-house coordination
• With experience as a Dispatch Leader or similar kitchen leadership role
• Has knowledge and experience in inventory monitoring, stock management, and ordering
• Can assist in staff scheduling and manpower planning
• Has strong leadership and team management skills
• Able to maintain quality, food safety, cleanliness, and kitchen standards
• Can work efficiently and calmly during peak hours and high-volume operations
• Has a good employment record and positive work history from previous companies
• Demonstrates a high level of maturity, responsibility, discipline, and professionalism
• Has a pleasing personality and good communication skills
• Team player with a positive attitude and willingness to support the team when needed
• Willing to work on shifting schedules, weekends, and holidays
• Physically and mentally prepared to work in a fast-paced restaurant environment

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and supervise the kitchen team during daily operations
• Ensure proper execution of pizza preparation, dough stretching, topping, cooking, and plating
• Manage kitchen stations and ensure proper manpower deployment
• Lead the dispatch process to ensure orders are complete, accurate, and released on time
• Monitor ticket times and coordinate with the service team during peak hours
• Ensure consistent product quality, portioning, and presentation
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate stock ordering and replenishment
• Assist in preparing staff schedules and managing daily manpower requirements
• Maintain cleanliness, sanitation, food safety, and overall kitchen standards
• Train, guide, and coach kitchen team members
• Handle operational concerns and help resolve issues quickly and professionally
• Ensure the kitchen is properly prepared before opening and properly closed after operations
• Support the Restaurant Manager/Management Team in achieving operational and service targets

WE ARE LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WHO IS:

Responsible Hands-on Organized Team-Oriented Customer-Focused Leadership-Minded Calm Under Pressure

Work Location: Rockwell Power Plant Mall, Makati City
Position: Kitchen Leader
Schedule: Shifting schedule, including weekends and holidays