Kitchen staff (Salad Station)

Ilaya Highland Resort; Silay; On-site; PHP 167,000 - 201,000; Full time

Job summary

Ilaya Highland Resort invites a dedicated salad station cook to join our kitchen team in Negros Occidental. You will prepare salads, vegetables, fruits, dressings and other cold dishes according to our recipes and standards, in a fast-paced environment.

This role emphasizes hygiene, portion control, accurate presentation, and teamwork. Experience is an advantage, but a strong commitment to food safety and the ability to work flexible hours, weekends and holidays are essential.

Qualifications

• Previous restaurant or food prep experience is an advantage.
• Knowledge of basic salad preparation techniques.
• Understanding of proper food handling, sanitation and hygiene.
• Ability to follow recipes, portion sizes and presentation standards.
• Organized, hardworking and detail-oriented.
• Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Physically fit and able to stand for long periods.
• Good teamwork and communication skills.
• Willing to work flexible hours, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare salads, vegetables, fruits, dressings and other cold dishes per recipes and standards.
• Wash, cut, portion, and store ingredients properly.
• Maintain salad station cleanliness and organization.
• Ensure ingredients are fresh, labeled and stored properly.
• Follow food safety, sanitation and hygiene procedures.
• Check inventory and inform supervisor when supplies run low.
• Prepare orders accurately and ensure presentation.
• Maintain portion control to minimize food waste.
• Clean and sanitise equipment, utensils, surfaces.
• Assist other kitchen stations when needed.

Skills

Teamwork

Food safety

Sanitation

Recipe following

Attention to detail

Stamina

Communication

Job description

About the role

Prepare salads, vegetables, fruits, dressings, and other cold dishes according to recipes and standards at the Salad Station in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare salads, vegetables, fruits, dressings, and other cold dishes according to recipes and standards

• Wash, cut, portion, and store ingredients properly

• Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the salad station

• Ensure all ingredients are fresh and properly labeled and stored

• Follow proper food safety, sanitation, and hygiene procedures

• Check inventory and inform the supervisor when supplies are running low

• Prepare orders accurately and ensure proper presentation

• Maintain proper portion control to minimize food waste

• Clean and sanitize equipment, utensils, and work surfaces regularly

• Assist other kitchen stations when needed

About you

• Previous experience in a restaurant or food preparation is an advantage

• Knowledge of basic food preparation and salad‑making techniques

• Good understanding of proper food handling, sanitation, and hygiene

• Able to follow recipes, portion sizes, and presentation standards

• Organized, hardworking, and detail‑oriented

• Able to work efficiently in a fast‑paced kitchen environment

• Physically fit and able to stand for long periods

• Good teamwork and communication skills

• Willing to work flexible hours, weekends, and holidays