Kitchen Steward

EMBLUJU INC.; Muntinlupa; On-site; PHP 201,000 - 312,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meal Allowance

Centralised Service Charge

Job summary

EMBLUJU INC. in Molito Alabang, Muntinlupa City, Metro Manila is seeking a dedicated Kitchen Steward to keep our kitchen clean, safe and well-organised, supporting our chefs and cooks in delivering exceptional dining experiences.

This full-time role focuses on hygiene, equipment safety and efficient station management to ensure smooth food service operations and high kitchen standards.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a kitchen environment or as a Kitchen Steward in a hospitality setting.
• Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene standards.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills with the ability to priorities tasks effectively.
• Physical fitness and stamina to handle demanding kitchen work, including standing for extended periods and lifting heavy items.
• Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and respond well to changing priorities.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with kitchen and front-of-house teams.
• Reliability and a professional attitude with a willingness to learn and adapt.
• Basic knowledge of kitchen equipment operation and maintenance is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining cleanliness and sanitation throughout the kitchen, including washing and sanitising all cookware, utensils, cutting boards and food preparation surfaces.
• Managing the dishwashing station and ensuring all dishes, glassware and cutlery are cleaned, dried and properly stored.
• Organising and maintaining storage areas, including dry goods storage, refrigeration units and freezers, ensuring proper inventory rotation and labeling.
• Assisting with food preparation tasks such as peeling, chopping and trimming ingredients under the direction of kitchen staff.
• Removing and disposing of waste and food scraps in accordance with health and safety regulations.
• Restocking kitchen supplies, utensils and cleaning materials as needed.
• Supporting the kitchen team by preparing mise en place and organising workstations for service.
• Adhering to all food safety and hygiene protocols to prevent cross-contamination and maintain health standards.
• Operating kitchen equipment safely, including commercial dishwashers and disposal units.
• Responding promptly to requests from kitchen staff and supporting service demands during busy periods.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Food safety

Time management

Stamina

Team player

Attention to detail

Job description

About the role

We are seeking a dedicated and organised Kitchen Steward to join the culinary team at EMBLUJU INC. in Molito Alabang, Muntinlupa City, Metro Manila. This is a full-time position that plays a vital role in maintaining the efficiency and hygiene standards of our kitchen operations. As Kitchen Steward, you will be responsible for ensuring that our kitchen remains a clean, safe and well-organised environment, supporting our chefs and cooks in delivering exceptional dining experiences to our guests. Your contribution is essential to the smooth running of our food service operations and the success of our hospitality business.

Key responsibilities

• Maintaining cleanliness and sanitation throughout the kitchen, including washing and sanitising all cookware, utensils, cutting boards and food preparation surfaces
• Managing the dishwashing station and ensuring all dishes, glassware and cutlery are cleaned, dried and properly stored
• Organising and maintaining storage areas, including dry goods storage, refrigeration units and freezers, ensuring proper inventory rotation and labeling
• Assisting with food preparation tasks such as peeling, chopping and trimming ingredients under the direction of kitchen staff
• Removing and disposing of waste and food scraps in accordance with health and safety regulations
• Restocking kitchen supplies, utensils and cleaning materials as needed
• Supporting the kitchen team by preparing mise en place and organising workstations for service
• Adhering to all food safety and hygiene protocols to prevent cross-contamination and maintain health standards
• Operating kitchen equipment safely, including commercial dishwashers and disposal units
• Responding promptly to requests from kitchen staff and supporting service demands during busy periods

What we're looking for

• Previous experience working in a kitchen environment or as a Kitchen Steward in a hospitality setting
• Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene standards
• Excellent organisational and time management skills with the ability to priorities tasks effectively
• Physical fitness and stamina to handle demanding kitchen work, including standing for extended periods and lifting heavy items
• Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and respond well to changing priorities
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with kitchen and front-of-house teams
• Reliability and a professional attitude with a willingness to learn and adapt
• Basic knowledge of kitchen equipment operation and maintenance is beneficial

What we offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Full-time employment with stable working hours and clear career progression opportunities
• A supportive and inclusive team environment where your contributions are valued
• Opportunities to develop your culinary and hospitality skills through training and mentorship
• Meal Allowance
• Centralised Service Charge