IKEA Food Assistant (Line Cook/Commis), Part-Time, Pasay City
Hospitality, Food & Tourism · Food & Beverage Service · Food Service
In short
IKEA is looking for a Part-Time IKEA Food Assistant (Line Cook/Commis) in Pasay City. This role focuses on attracting visitors by providing excellent food offers in a welcoming atmosphere. Responsibilities include food preparation, ensuring food safety and quality, maintaining kitchen operations, and supporting co-workers.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Chef de Partie in preparing and cooking daily meals according to approved recipes, production plans, and portion standards.
- Prepare ingredients by washing, peeling, cutting, marinating, portioning, and assembling food items.
- Perform basic cooking techniques such as grilling, frying, roasting, steaming, sautéing, and baking under supervision.
- Ensure all ingredients are prepared accurately and available before service (mise en place).
- Assist in presenting food while maintaining quality, consistency, and IKEA food standards.
- Monitor food quality throughout preparation and service.
- Replenish food items during meal service as needed.
- Follow all food safety, sanitation, and HACCP procedures at all times.
- Maintain good personal hygiene and practice safe food handling.
- Prevent cross-contamination by following proper food preparation, storage, and handling procedures.
- Assist in monitoring food temperatures during receiving, preparation, cooking, holding, cooling, and reheating.
- Properly label, date, and rotate food products using FIFO/FEFO principles.
- Immediately report food safety concerns, damaged products, or equipment issues to the Chef de Partie or Manager.
- Keep workstation clean, organized, and sanitary throughout your shift.
- Wash, sanitize, and properly store kitchen utensils, equipment, and food containers.
- Assist in receiving deliveries and storing products according to food safety and storage standards.
- Support inventory counts and replenish ingredients as directed.
- Help minimize food waste through proper handling, portioning, and storage.
- Operate kitchen equipment safely and responsibly, following established procedures.
- Help ensure meals are prepared and ready according to the established meal schedule.
- Maintain serving stations by replenishing food and keeping the presentation fresh and inviting.
- Respond positively to instructions and changing operational needs.
- Contribute to creating a pleasant dining experience for co-workers through efficient food preparation, good service, and teamwork.
- Complete basic food safety, cleaning, and operational records accurately and on time.
- Assist with production records, inventory documentation, and other operational checklists as required.
- Use basic computer skills and work with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and other company systems when needed.
- Work closely and cooperatively with the Chef de Partie and other kitchen team members.
- Follow instructions promptly and contribute with a positive, open, and helpful attitude.
- Participate in kitchen meetings, food safety training, and relevant IKEA development programs.
- Be curious and willing to learn new recipes, cooking techniques, and ways of working.
- Contribute to a culture where people support one another, treat each other with respect, and continuously look for better ways of working.
Requirements
- Sales-driven and passionate about food and people.
- Experience in food management and industry and willing to learn new skills.
- 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.
- Computer literate, specifically in MS Office system.
- Basic knowledge of food preparation and cooking methods.
- Basic understanding of food safety, sanitation, and HACCP concepts.
- Ability to follow standardized recipes and work instructions.
- Good knife-handling and food preparation skills.
- Willing to learn different cuisines and cooking techniques.
- Basic knowledge of inventory handling and stock rotation.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
Desired Qualifications
- Flexibility in work hours, work schedule is depending on store operational requirements.
- Willing to work on public holidays and weekends.
Benefits
- Annual leave
- Medical and Dental
- Family & Community leave
- Co-worker discount
- Subsidized meals in our Co-worker Restaurant
- Bonus program
- Full training and inductions
- Focus on personal and career development goals
- Inclusive culture driven by values
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