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IKEA Food Assistant (Chef de Partie), Full-Time, Pasay City

Hospitality, Food & Tourism · Food & Beverage Service · Food Preparation · Restaurant Operations

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In short

IKEA Pasay City is seeking a Full-Time IKEA Food Assistant (Chef de Partie) to join their team. The role involves preparing and cooking meals according to recipes, maintaining food safety standards, and contributing to a positive customer experience. This position requires at least 5 years of experience as a line cook and knowledge of food safety and preparation techniques.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and cook daily meals according to approved recipes, menus, production plans, and portion standards.
  • Ensure food is prepared with consistent quality, taste, appearance, and portion size.
  • Use knowledge of cooking techniques and international cuisines to create great food experiences.
  • Adjust production quantities based on expected meal demand to minimize food waste.
  • Maintain appropriate food presentation and service standards.
  • Apply Food Safety and HACCP principles consistently.
  • Follow established food safety procedures for receiving, storage, preparation, cooking, cooling, reheating, holding, and serving food.
  • Maintain high standards of personal hygiene and safe food handling.
  • Prevent cross-contamination and allergen cross-contact.
  • Keep workstation clean, organized, and efficient.
  • Ensure kitchen equipment, utensils, and work areas are properly cleaned and sanitized.
  • Support opening and closing kitchen routines.
  • Ensure meals are available and served according to the established meal schedule.
  • Complete all required food production, temperature monitoring, cleaning, and food safety records accurately and on time.
  • Use Microsoft Word and Excel for basic documentation, reports, inventory records, and other administrative tasks.
  • Work together with chefs, kitchen co-workers, and restaurant team members to create a great food experience.
  • Share culinary knowledge, cooking techniques, and best practices with the team.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement by looking for better ways of working.

Requirements

  • Sales-driven and passionate about food and people.
  • Experience in food management and industry.
  • Enjoy working in a vibrant fast-paced retail environment.
  • Service-minded and always keep the customer in focus.
  • Flexible and open to change.
  • Confident in approaching and talking to people in a friendly manner.
  • Take personal initiative and have good attention to details.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills, able to influence and collaborate with others.
  • At least 5 years experience as a line cook or similar capacity in restaurant or food service outlet.
  • Knowledgeable in food safety and sanitation.
  • Good knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, and kitchen operations.
  • Knowledge of different cuisines and can prepare a variety of dishes.
  • Good understanding of food safety, sanitation, and HACCP principles.
  • Understand proper food storage, temperature control, FIFO/FEFO, and cross-contamination prevention.
  • Can follow standardized recipes, production plans, and portion specifications accurately.
  • Good organizational and time-management skills and can prioritize tasks effectively.
  • Basic awareness of inventory management, food costs, and minimizing food waste.
  • Basic proficiency in Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.
  • Comfortable using basic PC applications, digital workplace tools, and relevant company systems.
  • Communicate clearly and build positive working relationships with others.
  • Work effectively with people from different backgrounds and contribute to a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative kitchen team.

Desired Qualifications

  • Willing to learn new skills.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work for a global company.
  • Focus on personal and career development goals.
  • Inclusive culture driven by values.
  • Annual leave.
  • Medical and Dental.
  • Family & Community leave.
  • Co-worker discount.
  • Subsidized meals in our Co-worker Restaurant.
  • Bonus program.
  • Full training and inductions.
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Company

IKEA

Job Posted

1 month ago

Employment Type

Full Time

WorkMode

On Site

Experience Level

Mid-Senior

Locations

Pasay City, Philippines

Quezon City, Philippines

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