Cook

Company: Good Pares Restaurant
Position: Cook
Employment Type: Full-Time
Work Location: Good Pares Restaurant
Work Environment: Mid-Class Al Fresco Restaurant
Reports To: Kitchen Supervisor / Restaurant Manager

Position Summary

The Cook is responsible for preparing and cooking food according to Good Pares Restaurant’s recipes, quality standards, portion sizes, and food safety procedures. The position requires consistency, cleanliness, teamwork, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced al fresco restaurant environment.

Key Responsibilities1. Food Preparation & Cooking

· Prepare ingredients such as meat, vegetables, sauces, seasonings, and other food items according to approved recipes.

· Cook pares, rice, soups, sides, and other menu items according to established procedures.

· Maintain proper portion sizes, presentation, taste, temperature, and quality.

· Ensure food is prepared and served within the restaurant’s expected preparation time.

· Check ingredients for freshness and proper condition before use.

· Follow FIFO (First In, First Out) and proper food storage practices.

2. Kitchen Operations

· Prepare the kitchen and cooking stations before opening and ensure all necessary ingredients and equipment are ready.

· Maintain an organized and efficient workstation throughout the shift.

· Monitor cooking times and temperatures to ensure food is properly cooked.

· Coordinate with other kitchen staff and front-of-house personnel to ensure orders are completed accurately and on time.

· Assist in receiving, storing, and organizing kitchen supplies when required.

· Report low-stock ingredients, damaged supplies, equipment issues, and food spoilage to the Kitchen Supervisor.

3. Food Safety & Sanitation

· Follow proper food handling, sanitation, and hygiene procedures at all times.

· Maintain cleanliness of cooking equipment, utensils, counters, preparation areas, and storage areas.

· Prevent cross-contamination by properly separating raw and cooked food.

· Observe proper temperature control for food storage, preparation, and holding.

· Properly dispose of food waste and maintain cleanliness of waste areas.

· Comply with restaurant sanitation and food safety policies.

4. Inventory & Cost Control

· Use ingredients efficiently and minimize unnecessary food waste.

· Follow standard recipes and portion controls to help maintain food cost targets.

· Inform the supervisor of spoiled, damaged, or expired ingredients.

· Assist in daily inventory counts when assigned.

· Ensure ingredients are properly labeled, dated, and stored.

5. Opening & Closing Duties

· Complete assigned kitchen opening tasks before operations begin.

· Ensure cooking equipment and workstations are ready for service.

· Perform proper cleaning and sanitation after operations.

· Secure and properly store ingredients and kitchen supplies at closing.

· Ensure cooking equipment is properly turned off after use, following safety procedures.

6. Teamwork & Professional Conduct

· Work cooperatively with fellow kitchen staff, servers, cashiers, and management.

· Follow instructions from the Kitchen Supervisor and Restaurant Manager.

· Maintain professionalism, discipline, and a positive attitude during busy periods.

· Communicate clearly regarding food orders, delays, shortages, and kitchen concerns.

· Assist other team members when necessary to maintain smooth restaurant operations.

Qualifications

· Preferably with previous experience as a Cook in a restaurant, carinderia, paresan, food service, or similar establishment.

· Knowledge of basic cooking techniques and food preparation.

· Familiarity with Filipino dishes and flavors is an advantage.

· Knowledge of basic food safety and sanitation practices.

· Physically capable of standing for extended periods and working in a kitchen environment.

· Able to work under pressure during peak hours.

· Reliable, punctual, hardworking, and willing to learn.

· Team-oriented with good communication skills.

Skills & Competencies

· Cooking & Food Preparation

· Food Safety & Sanitation

· Time Management

· Portion Control

· Attention to Detail

· Teamwork

· Inventory Awareness

· Cleanliness & Organization

· Ability to Work Under Pressure

· Customer-Oriented Mindset

Performance Standards

The Cook is expected to consistently:

· Maintain the quality and taste of Good Pares Restaurant’s food.

· Follow approved recipes and portion standards.

· Complete orders accurately and within expected preparation times.

· Maintain proper hygiene and kitchen cleanliness.

· Minimize food waste and unnecessary ingredient usage.

· Follow all restaurant rules, policies, and safety procedures.

· Work respectfully and effectively with the entire restaurant team.

Working Conditions

The position involves prolonged standing, frequent movement, lifting kitchen supplies, exposure to heat, and working in an al fresco restaurant environment. The Cook must be prepared to work during busy periods, weekends, holidays, and other scheduled operating hours as required by the restaurant.

Note: Duties and responsibilities may be adjusted or expanded by management depending on operational requirements of Good Pares Restaurant.

Pay: Php18,000.00 - Php20,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Company Christmas gift
• Company events
• Discounted lunch
• Promotion to permanent employee

Work Location: In person