Line Cook

Hotdish; Parañaque; On-site; PHP 279,000 - 391,000; Full time

Job summary

Hotdish in Parañaque City, Metro Manila is hiring a Line Cook to join our culinary team in a fast-paced kitchen. You will prepare and cook dishes to established recipes, maintain hygiene, and support the head chef during busy service periods.

We require solid knife skills, knowledge of food safety, and the ability to work under pressure. A culinary qualification is desirable. This is a full-time, on-site role with weekend availability.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Line Cook or similar in a restaurant.
• Knowledge of food safety, hygiene and sanitation.
• Proficiency with standard kitchen equipment.
• Ability to work under pressure during peak service.
• Excellent knife skills.
• Strong teamwork and communication.
• Physical stamina to stand long shifts.
• Flexible scheduling, including weekends/holidays.
• Culinary training or qualification desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook dishes according to established recipes, portion sizes and presentation standards.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, including grills, fryers, ranges and other specialised cooking apparatus.
• Maintain a clean, organised and hygienic workstation throughout each shift, adhering to all food safety regulations and HACCP protocols.
• Collaborate with other kitchen staff to ensure timely and coordinated preparation of meals during service periods.
• Monitor food quality and taste, making necessary adjustments to seasonings and cooking times to meet consistency standards.
• Receive and store ingredients appropriately, checking for quality and expiration dates.
• Support the head chef and senior kitchen staff with additional tasks as required.

Skills

Line cook experience

Food safety

Knife skills

Teamwork

Pressure handling

Food prep methods

Shift flexibility

Physical stamina

Education

Culinary qualification

Tools

Grills

Fryers

Ranges

Kitchen equipment

HACCP knowledge

Job description

About the role
Hotdish is seeking a passionate and skilled Line Cook to join our culinary team in Paranaque City, Metro Manila. This is a full-time position that offers an excellent opportunity to showcase your cooking expertise in a fast-paced, dynamic kitchen environment. As a Line Cook, you will be instrumental in delivering consistently high-quality dishes whilst maintaining our exacting standards for food preparation, presentation and safety.

What you'll be doing

1. Preparing and cooking dishes according to established recipes, portion sizes and presentation standards

2. Operating kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, including grills, fryers, ranges and other specialised cooking apparatus

3. Maintaining a clean, organised and hygienic workstation throughout each shift, adhering to all food safety regulations and HACCP protocols

4. Collaborating with other kitchen staff to ensure timely and coordinated preparation of meals during service periods

5. Monitoring food quality and taste, making necessary adjustments to seasonings and cooking times to meet consistency standards

6. Receiving and storing ingredients appropriately, checking for quality and expiration dates

7. Supporting the head chef and senior kitchen staff with additional tasks as required

What we're looking for

1. Proven experience working as a Line Cook or in a similar kitchen role within a restaurant or hospitality establishment

2. Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene standards and kitchen sanitation practices

3. Proficiency in operating standard kitchen equipment and cooking techniques

4. Ability to work efficiently under pressure whilst maintaining quality standards during peak service times

5. Excellent knife skills and familiarity with food preparation methods

6. Good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team environment

7. Physical stamina to stand for extended periods and handle the demands of a fast-paced kitchen

8. Flexibility with scheduling, including availability for shift work, weekends and public holidays

9. A culinary qualification or relevant training is desirable