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Go On Probiotics in Yakult (WHO and FAO on Probiotics and More)

Why include probiotics in your quest for greater health?

No less than these two United Nations-affiliated organizations gave such a statement on the ability of probiotics to improve people’s health, the The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and the World Health Organization (WHO) define probiotics as “live microorganisms which when administered in adequate amounts confer a health benefit on the host.”

Leading microbiology researcher and probiotics inventor, Dr. Minoru Shirota is a doctor of medicine at Kyoto University (formerly Kyoto Imperial University) and the creator of Yakult. The hypothesis that “Lactic Acid can Prolong Life”—expressed by Russian Noble Prize winner for Medicine Ilya Metchnikoff—plays a role in the probiotics’ historical development. Additionally, he is recognized for his “Optimistic Studies” on “The Prolongation of Life.”

The Number One requirement for probiotics is that it must reach the intestines alive. And so, for Yakult to be dubbed as one, it must meet such Number One requirement. Yakult does all of 8 billion live Lactobacillus casei strain Shirota (LcS) microorganisms.

Dr. Minoru Shirota’s long years developing the LcS is either supported or corroborated by research/studies from various institutions: a school of medicine (Juntendo University School of Medicine Department of Immunology), a hospital (Takane Hospital), among these. The Yakult Central Institute for Microbiological Research keeps records of elaborate R&D initiatives.

In 2016, Kazuyoshi Takeda of Juntendo University, Graduate School of Medicine Biomedical Research Center (Division of Cell Biology) presented his study titled “Role of NK Cells in Immunity: NK Cell Activation by Lactobacillus casei strain Shirota (LcS). Time and again, “natural immunity” boosting has been proven to be the choice over expensive and taxing “acquired immunity”.

Different researches and studies  related to Yakult and the premises behind its formulation were done and evaluated by a third party in Japan and other countries worldwide. There were in fact, so many studies conducted which proved Yakult efficacy as a probiotic and corroborated the soundness of the foundation upon which Yakult’s R&D initiatives were based.   As many as 129 research studies conducted were on Yakult’s “intestinal function, “177 on “immunomodulation,” and 107 on “defense mechanism against infection, “ On top of these, over 1,005 researches on Lactobacillus casei strain Shirota (LcS) were also done.

Yakult “is a fermented milk drink which provides functional benefits for promoting better health by delivering Lactobacillus casei strain Shirota (LcS) to the intestines alive” (emphasis on the word “alive” since Yakult’s owes its potency to the dynamic activity of the LcS microorganisms being alive and kicking, so to speak).  Yakult ensures that a person’s good bacteria will not be outnumbered by bad bacteria— its live LcS suppressing virulent cells such as cancer cells to keep the intestinal flora and the host healthy.

The five (5) main health advantages of taking in Yakult are as follows: (1) it helps maintain the balance of intestinal flora; (2) it normalizes the peristaltic movement of our intestines; (3) it prevents diarrhea and constipation; (4) it aids in proper food digestion and nutrient absorption; and (5) it strengthens our immune system. These are sufficient justifications in and of themselves to include probiotics in your quest for greater health. Do you not concur? Additionally, the proprietor of this tried-and-true probiotic brand has a great reputation for integrity, and his product is reasonably priced, so there is no reason not to use it if one wants to improve their health. It makes sense that the management of Yakult Philippines has stated that they are unable to fully satisfy the market’s demand for Yakult. But since nothing should prevent more and more individuals from having the opportunity to experience greater health, their manufacturing volume may always be changed to meet the demand.

July 13, 2023 by
Food

“Learn to Start and Grow your dream F&B Business at the Easy Brand Fair 2023 – Join the Ultimate Food and Beverage Adventure”

Are you willing to spend the day learning about and sampling various foods and beverages? The Easy Brand Food and Beverage Fair 2023, taking place on July 1, 2023 at the Megatrade Hall 2 in the SM Megamall Mandaluyong City, is the only event you need to consider.

A full day of learning from presenters that represent diverse food and beverage firms makes this event ideal for people who want to launch their own food and beverage company. You’ll have the chance to learn from industry leaders and gain their perspectives, which will help you start down the path to your ambition. I really enjoyed the event since I acquired a lot of ideas and information that really inspired me to open my own business. Here you will get so many insights about what business is great for you, or you may venture into the food and beverage business. I also had the chance to cook with their sponsor, Masflex, and we also did food tastings during the event. All in all, this is a great way to start your own business and learn so much from it. Indeed, it is full of fun and learning.

But it’s not just about learning – you’ll also have the chance to meet and greet two of the country’s most beloved chefs, Chef Boy Logro and Chef Bam Piencenaves. These culinary idols will be on hand to share their experiences and answer your questions.

If you’re feeling competitive, there will also be contests held throughout the day, including the EasyPro® Culinary Cup, Easy® Beverage Creativity Competition, and Easy® Sparkle Cake Creation Contest Season 2. Show off your skills and compete against other talented individuals for a chance to win prizes and recognition.

Of course, no food and beverage fair would be complete without plenty of tasting opportunities. Exhibitors will showcase their products, giving you the chance to sample a wide variety of delicious treats and drinks.

The event is co-presented by Baguio Oil, Masflex, La Germania, Tough Mama, and Global Pacific, five trusted names in the food and beverage industry; and in partnership with Let’s Cook, Pare!, Gree, Joe Kuan, Kahero, iMin, Donewell and kimstore.com. And the best part? Entrance to the fair is completely free, making it accessible to all SMEs and foodie enthusiasts.

Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to learn, taste, and connect with others in the food and beverage industry. Mark your calendars for July 1, 2023, and we’ll see you at the Easy Brand Food and Beverage Fair. ABOUT EASYBRAND Easy® Brand is a Filipino brand which manufactures high-quality ingredients for food and beverage enterprises in the Philippines. They specialized in concentrated flavors, sauces, and mixes for beverage and culinary products. Their most popular offerings are milk tea and frappe mixes, coffee concentrate, flavoured syrups, ready to use sauces and ready-mix powders.

To further serve their customers, they also provide a private label service, specialized institutional production, and have distribution partners all across the Philippines. It seeks to supply high-quality, consistently high-yielding premium ingredients that offer the best value for money to numerous businesses—both large and small—in the restaurant, fast-food, and hotel industries.

You may place orders for Easy® Brand products on their official website, and you can contact them with questions on their Facebook page. The brand is also offered on websites for online shopping. Visit www.easybrandph.com for more details, the brand catalogue, and recipes.

July 1, 2023 by
Food, Lifestyle

SIM registration is extended by McDonald’s Philippines for customers of Smart and TNT in a few shops

McDonald’s Philippines and PLDT telecom unit Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) have expanded the SIM Registration of Smart and TNT subscribers in a few McDonald’s locations across the nation to support the nation’s efforts to preserve data privacy.

By converting 35 specific McDonald’s locations with vacant party areas into temporary SIM Registration stations, McDonald’s and Smart played a crucial part in assisting the initial run of the nationwide SIM Registration.

McDonald’s Philippines makes more Filipinos accessible and convenient, especially mobile users who might require help registering their SIMs, by making its stores places for SIM Registration for Smart and TNT subscribers. Over 10,000 Smart and TNT members have successfully enrolled their SIMs in a few McDonald’s locations since the temporary sites’ April launch.

Participating McDonald’s Stores

As the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) has extended the SIM Registration until July 25, 2023, to ensure that Filipinos will have more chances to prevent SIM deactivation, McDonald’s and Smart will continue assisting customers in participating McDonald’s Stores:

  • On July 3, 5, 10: Mart One, Capas, Calapan Roxas Drive, Calapan, Pili CamSur, Marymart Iloilo, Pavia, Kabankalan City, Robinson’s Place Iloilo, Pison Avenue, Cadiz, San Carlos, Araneta Bacolod, Tagum Highway, Limketkai, Valencia, Downtown Butuan, San Franz, Butuan Gaisano, and Gaisano Capital Surigao
  • On July 3, 5, 10, 12: Colon Osmena, Escario, Lapu Lapu City, South Coast, Carcar, Toledo, BQ MALL, Ozamis Highway, Koronadal, Guiwan, Gensan Highway, Cotabato, and Lagao Gensan.
  • On July 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19, 24: Naga City Plaza and W Mall Bay City.

All Smart and TNT subscribers only need to bring a valid government ID to register at the nearest McDonald’s participating stores. Registration is free for all walk-in customers.

To further encourage SIM Registration, individuals who register in McDonald’s stores have a chance to win McDonald’s treats.

“With our continued commitment to nation-building, McDonald’s Philippines supports the government’s push for SIM registration by making it accessible to more Filipino communities. Just like how we turned our party areas into study halls (McClassroom) during the pandemic, we continue to maximize the use of our stores to cater to the evolving needs of the communities we’re in,” Oliver Rabatan, McDonald’s Philippines Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer.

Customers of Smart Prepaid and TNT, both new and old, may also go to PLDT and Smart Stores or use Smart’s SIM Registration page at https://www.smart.com.ph/simreg to register their SIM cards. In the meanwhile, Smart postpaid subscribers are regarded as registered under the SIM Registration Act using their current account information.

June 30, 2023 by
Food

These recipes are available on the URC Flour YouTube channel Chocolate chip muffins? Yes, please!

Do you run a new bakery and need advice on how to advance it? Or maybe you’ve always wanted to open one but don’t know how. The good news is that  URC Flour’s YouTube Channel has all the knowledge you require! Here, professional bakers give helpful advice on product costing, batching calculations, various baking techniques (and their benefits and drawbacks), flour science, and a variety of delectable recipes!

You can add the following five recipes from URC Flour’s YouTube channel to the menu of your bakery or culinary establishment:

Chocolate Chip Muffins

This moist and fluffy treat is a must on any bakery’s menu! You can have them for breakfast, merienda, baon, or dessert. Plus, they go well with almost any beverage—from coffee, milk, juice, or chocolate milk. They’re also an ideal pastry for customers looking for a snack to take out thanks to their munchable size.

Get the recipe here.

Cream Puffs

You don’t need to fly to France to enjoy a fresh batch of cream puffs. Explore ways of making a pate a choux or cabbage paste, which serves as foundation for several pastries. Know the importance of bringing ingredients to a boil, using the right flour, and cooking the dough thoroughly at the right heat level.

Get the recipe here.    

Bento Cake (great for gifts!)

Super buttery and small enough to fit inside take-out boxes, Bento Cakes make great gifts to give loved ones on their special day, especially if they can’t finish one whole cake! This recipe will teach you two ways of baking a Yellow Layer Bento Cake.

Get the recipe here.   

Garlic Pan de Sal

Level up your favorite morning bread with a couple more ingredients and a lesson in yeast variation. Educate yourself about the difference between using active dry yeast and instant dry yeast. How does it affect the bread volume, crust color, and crumb structure?

Get the recipe  here.

Cranberry Walnut Bread

Healthy food options are in high demand right now, so how about including healthy bread in your menu? Mix in your favorite berries and nuts for a healthy, fiber-filled bread. Plus, you’ll even learn about two types of ovens and how they affect the quality of the baked goods you produce.

Get the recipe here.  

Visit the URC Flour YouTube Channel to find additional recipes to try when you’re ready to bake!

The goal of URC Flour’s Youtube channel is to equip home bakers and pastry chefs with practical recipes, methods, and knowledge of baking science. It also discusses how to maximize the benefits of the consistently superior flour products offered by URC.

This year, URC Flour will also be releasing brand-new episodes, so tune in and don’t miss your chance to grow as a player!

June 30, 2023 by
Food, Lifestyle

Collaboration between the Jollibee Group Foundation and DOST to Help Improve the Lives and Livelihoods of Smallholder Farmers


Partnership for Agro-Entrepreneurship. The MOU signing was held at the DOST-PCAARRD Innovation and Technology Center in the presence of (seated, from left): (place names in this sequence for easier read) JGF Executive Director Gisela Tiongson (seated, third from left); JGF Senior Program Manager Ma Laize Ar Cruzat (seated, fourth from left); DOST-PCAARRD Executive Director Dr. Reynaldo V. Ebora (seated, second from left); and DOST Undersecretary Leah J. Buendia (seated, first from left). Behind them are (can we make a generic description to acknowledge the other people in the photo).

A Memorandum of Understanding was recently signed by the Department of Science and Technology’s Philippine Council for Agriculture, Aquatic, and Natural Resources Research and Development (DOST-PCAARRD) and Jollibee Group Foundation (JGF), the company’s social development arm. The agreement aims to strengthen both parties’ work on enhancing smallholder producers’ entrepreneurial capacity and connecting them to agriculture value chains.

“This partnership is an important milestone for farmer entrepreneurs. PCAARRD’s expertise in research and development in agriculture will surely help create access to more technologies that can enhance farmers’ livelihood to become more profitable,” said Gisela Tiongson, executive director of JGF.

Through the exchange of technology, access to knowledge, and the provision of tools to increase productivity, the partnership between DOST-PCAARRD and JGF seeks to support the advancement of sustainable agricultural practices. Additionally, it seeks to enhance R&D initiatives in order to provide scientific and technology-based solutions for agri-aqua businesses. For the purpose of ensuring the success of agro-enterprises, the program also incorporates networking and market links.

Of this, DOST-PCAARRD Executive Director Dr. Reynaldo V. Ebora said, “We believe that this partnership for agro-entrepreneurship will strengthen PCAARRD’s efforts in addressing technology gaps to improve quality and productivity, as well as in building the capacities of farmer groups and partner LGUs to provide opportunities to tap institutional markets. We are also certain that this will pave the way to strengthen the implementation of projects and activities with the end goal of achieving JGF’s mission and PCAARRD’s mandates.”

Additionally, this program supports JGF’s Farmer Entrepreneurship Program (FEP), which empowers smallholder farmers and aids them in developing their technical and business acumen as well as their capacity for forming partnerships. FEP works with farmer cooperatives that supply the Jollibee Group and other markets using the Agro-Enterprise Clustering Approach.

More than 9,000 metric tons of veggies, worth more than P360 million in total sales, are provided to the company by 18 farmer organizations authorized by the Jollibee Group to date.

June 29, 2023 by
Food, Lifestyle

Expansion of Jollibee Group’s Foreign Franchised Brands is Strengthened

Store Openings that Break Records. The Jollibee Group established 23 Burger King locations in 2022, setting a Philippine record for the company’s restaurant openings in a calendar year.

As part of its growth strategies, the Jollibee Group is concentrating on improving the performance of its internationally franchised businesses in the Philippines.

“We aim to become the leading market developer of foreign restaurants brands in the country. By leveraging our brand portfolio to provide diverse offerings for various market segments at different price points, and strategically expanding our store network, Burger King, Yoshinoya, and Panda Express are expected to continuously contribute to the sustainable growth of our domestic business,” said Joseph Tanbuntiong, Jollibee Group Country Head for Philippine Business.

Store Openings

Burger King opened 23 outlets in 2022 as part of the firm’s expansion plans, which is a record for the company for the year. Additionally, it debuted its 125th landmark location in 2022, as well as five Bike ‘n Dine locations on Visayas Avenue and Shaw Wack-Wack in San Juan. Alabang-West in Muntinlupa; Vermosa in Imus, Cavite; Carmona Cavite; and Quezon City.

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In 2022, the Jollibee Group also relaunched Japan’s world-famous Beef Bowl Chain, Yoshinoya. This is its first ever Japanese food chain, making it a strong addition to the foreign franchised brands currently operated by the company. Yoshinoya serves a beefed-up menu in a newly redesigned contemporary and casual Japanese space headlined by their world-famous gyudon or beef bowl.

Successful Relaunch. The Jollibee Group successfully relaunched Yoshinoya in the Philippines with a refreshed store design and menu offering.

Last year, Yoshinoya opened four stores and renovated three existing stores. The Jollibee Group formed a 50-50 joint venture with YIPI—the Philippine subsidiary of Asia Yoshinoya International Sdn. Bhd. and Yoshinoya Holdings Co. Ltd. in June 2021. The said partnership established Yoshinoya Jollibee Foods, Inc., which operates the Yoshinoya stores in the country and plans to expand Yoshinoya’s store network to 50 stores in the long term.

Meanwhile, Panda Express opened ten stores last year, five of which were the first in its host cities—Robinsons Place Ermita in Manila, SM Southmall in Las Piñas, Betterliving in Parañaque, Shell SLT in Muntinlupa, and Greenhills in San Juan. In February 2023, Panda Express opened its first drive-thru restaurant in Asia with the launch of its Sumulong Highway branch. This new location in Marikina City also marks Panda Restaurant Group’s 100th international restaurant. Panda Restaurant Group, Inc. (PRG) and the Jollibee Group formed JBPX Foods, Inc., a joint venture in 2019 to bring the world’s largest American Chinese dining concept in the Philippines.

Milestone Opening. The first drive-thru store of Panda Express in Asia was opened by the Jollibee Group in Marikina City. This also marks the brand’s 100thinternational branch.

Exciting Product Offerings

The Jollibee Group’s thrust with its foreign franchised brands is to bring the authentic experience to Filipinos. Apart from this, the Jollibee Group also provides menu offerings that are either unique to Philippine market or among the best performing for these franchised brands in the region and the world.

On top of its iconic entree, the Original Orange Chicken®, Panda Express introduced Kung Pao Fish last year for the season of Lent. Its Beef Broccoli and Honey Walnut Shrimp are also among the best-selling dishes in the region. Meanwhile, Yoshinoya—with its signature beef bowl—also offered dishes that Filipino foodies can enjoy such as Tempura, Karaage, and desserts like Mochi Matcha Ice Cream and Coffee Jelly.

Burger King Philippines was also acknowledged as having one of the best-in-class launches in Asia for its new product Chicken King. Other exciting new products that guests enjoyed for a limited time last year were Cheese Bites, Plant-Based X-tra Long Chicken, Spicy Chicken King, Spicy Chicken Nuggets, and Truffle Whopper.

The Jollibee Group plans to add more Burger King, Yoshinoya, and Panda Express locations this year. The company’s objective to rank among the top five restaurant corporations in the globe includes these new shop openings.

“Our thrust is to bring the original experience of these popular brands to the Filipino people. I am confident that with the success of our foreign franchised brands, and with the continued support of their fans, Jollibee Group will succeed in achieving its long-term growth plans,” Tanbuntiong added.

June 29, 2023 by
Food, Lifestyle

Global General Counsel for Jollibee Group Named Southeast Asia’s In-House Lawyer of the Year


Filipino Pride. Jollibee Group’s Atty. Valerie Feria Amante was named Southeast Asia’s In-House Lawyer of the Year by Asian Legal Business. She is the sole Filipino individual awardee this year.
 

Global General Counsel & Ethics Head and Compliance Officer for The Jollibee Group Atty. The 19th Annual Southeast Asia Law Awards presented by Asian Legal Business (ALB) honored Valerie Feria Amante the In-House Attorney of the Year in 2023. Amante is this year’s lone recipient from the Philippines.

The ALB SE Asia Law Awards 2023 honor the outstanding achievements of private practitioners and in-house counsel in SE Asia and are assessed by a panel of senior and knowledgeable legal industry experts from diverse sectors around the region.

“I am honored to have been recognized as In-House Lawyer of the Year for Southeast Asia. I have always believed that Filipinos can stand proud alongside the best in the world, and I am happy to be one of many examples showing this to be true,” said Amante.

Amante oversees a group of 19 attorneys and 10 paralegals from the Philippines, China, Vietnam, USA, Singapore, and Ireland as the Global General Counsel & Ethics Head and Compliance Officer for the Jollibee Group.

“This award represents the work of the great team of lawyers and paralegals across our offices in six countries that comprise the Legal organization in the Jollibee Group, as well as the collaboration of colleagues from different functions and businesses,” she expounded.

Rewarding in-house legal career

Amante has been with the Jollibee Group for over 16 years now and has led the development of the legal, ethics, and compliance functions as integral components in Jollibee Group’s growth and expansion over the years.

“Building an effective multinational legal organization to ensure our businesses everywhere have access to quality support; setting standards, policies and processes to facilitate legal consistency and alignment globally, balanced with agility and flexibility locally; creating and disseminating tools to empower people and manage legal risks at scale; and providing our team’s perspective in conversations at all levels to enable legally-informed business decisions — all contribute to making legal, ethics and compliance integral to the Jollibee Group’s way of doing business,” Amante added.

Amante graduated as Salutatorian of the University of the Philippines College of Law in 2000, and placed 7thin the Philippine Bar Examinations of the same year. After starting her career in a large law firm and in another publicly listed company, she joined JFC in 2007. In 2016, she was awarded the ALB Philippine In-House Lawyer of the Year. This time, she won the In-House Lawyer of the Year award covering the SE Asia region.

“My inclusion is a direct result of the meaningful, high-impact, and interesting work that I have had the opportunity to do in the Jollibee Group, and the support that JFC has given me to continuously grow and elevate the function,” Amante said.

Inclusive legal organization

“We are committed to equal opportunities and hiring based on merit. Over 70% of the legal organization in the Jollibee Group are women, and two lawyers, including myself, are Persons with Disability (PWD),” Amante said.

When asked for her best piece of advise for aspiring attorneys, Amante responded, “Anchor yourself on quality and honesty. Recognize your values and priorities and act on them. Be respectful to everyone, including yourself. Additionally, a sense of humor is helpful!”

June 28, 2023 by
Food

At Greenwich G, enjoy Sulit Pizza and Pasta Sarap! Savers

Lacking money yet willing to go on a gastronomic trip? We have your back! The nation’s top-ranked pizza chain, Greenwich, is launching G! Offers affordable, tasty snacks to satisfy your daily desires for pizza and pasta. P59, starting with G! Savers allows you to enjoy “sulit pizza and pasta sarap” while staying within your budget.

You may enjoy the Greenwich pleasures that make up the G if you’re a student, someone who’s always on the go, an adult working, or on a budget. Savings like the new Ham and Cheese Pizzawrap for P59, the Spam® Hawaiian Pizzawrap for P99, and the Lasagna Supreme® Snack Plate for only P89. If you prefer their traditional pizza and pasta combination, you may also choose the Pizza Value Meal D, which costs just P79. included on the G as well! The Potato Waves® with dip from Savers line, the go-to bite-sized snack of kabarkadas, for only P69.

“With G! Savers, everyone is in for a treat because puwede nang araw-arawin ang sulit pizza at pasta sarap. Whether you’re a student on a tight budget or someone who is simply budget-conscious, G! Savers is here to save your day,” said Ali De Torres, the head of marketing of Greenwich.  

Pizzawrap may not yet be available for our kabarkadas in Visayas and Mindanao, but don’t fret as you can still avail the other G! Savers offers, such as the Lasagna Supreme® Snack Plate!

Enjoy sulit pizza and pasta sarap every day, and make sure to visit your preferred Greenwich retailer. Additionally, you can order them from foodpanda, grabfood, and greenwichdelivery.com. You can place an order by calling their delivery hotline at #5-55-55.

Visit Greenwich’s official Facebook page, Greenwich Barkada, for further details, or send the page a Facebook Messenger message.

June 19, 2023 by
Food

McDonald’s Philippines plans to hire 20,000 people in 2023 to support its ongoing expansion


Proud McDonald’s managers and crew ready to bring more feel-good moments in stores nationwide

Under the leadership of its master franchise holder and owner Dr. George T. Yang and President and CEO Kenneth S. Yang, McDonald’s Philippines, which currently has close to 60,000 employees, will offer more than 20,000 job possibilities to Filipinos as it continues to open new restaurants throughout the nation.

“With every new store that we open, we are able to provide employment opportunities in local  communities where the store is located. We directly hire all our people and do not practice contractualization. This has always been the way we hire our people since our chairman, Dr. George T. Yang opened the 1st McDonald’s in the Philippines in Morayta, Manila in 1981—and it is something that we will continue to do. We believe that if our people working in the restaurants have job security first, it will allow them to focus and do well in their job of serving our customers. ” said Kenneth S. Yang, President and CEO of McDonald’s Philippines.

McDonald’s Philippines takes pleasure in the top-notch training it offers its employees, giving them the competitive edge in the business as they learn about various international methods and procedures for restaurant service. This pride extends beyond job security. Through an extensive learning and development program, McDonald’s employees are able to develop professionally and learn skills that will last a lifetime.

McDonald’s employees also receive annual salary increases, insurance, hospital and medical benefits, special employee discounts, and other allowances.

According to the fast-food chain, priority areas for hiring Management Trainees are Nueva Ecija, Isabela, Montalban, Dumaguete, Bacolod, Makati, Manila, Quezon City, Pampanga, Tagaytay, Batangas, Cavite, Laguna, Quezon, Rizal, Lucena and Pasig City. Priority areas for crew members are Parañaque, Manila, Pasay, Pasig, Marikina, Taytay, Antipolo, Kidapawan, and Davao City.

Equal Opportunity Employer

McDonald’s Philippines takes pride in being an equal opportunity employer, providing career opportunities to working students and Filipinos from all walks of life—regardless of background, age, gender, or sexual orientation.

From the crew room to the boardroom, the quick service restaurant (QSR) giant is driven by a good representation of women with more than 50% taking vital positions and leadership roles.

Along with providing regular employment, McDonald’s Philippines also ensures a safe and inclusive workplace that allows its people to thrive. As one of the country’s biggest employers, McDonald’s Philippines champions equity where all employees, whether in its head office or stores, have equal access to training and development and advancement opportunities.

McDonald’s extends this to more members of the community with programs like WIP or Workforce Immersion Program. WIP provides training for Senior High School students by allowing them firsthand experience of the fast food industry and its operations; the Special Program for Employment of Students (SPES), in partnership with the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE), where McDonald’s helps in providing jobs for underprivileged students and out-of-school youth through employing them to become McDonald’s crew members. Since adopting SPES in 2011, McDonald’s has provided 16,319 Filipino youth with employment opportunities.

In partnership with the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and the Philippine Business for Education (PBEd), McDonald’s Alternative Workforce Program offers work-based training positions for 5,000 unemployed and out-of-school youths through YouthWorksPH to provide beneficiaries with financial knowledge, skills, and access to resources necessary to effectively manage finances through adulthood.

Among the Philippines’ best employers

McDonald’s Philippines was also recognized as one of the Philippines’ best employers in the inaugural list of The Philippines’ Best Employers for 2023 by the Philippine Daily Inquirer and international market research firm Statista. The list shared a ranking of the country’s top-rated employers as evaluated by their employees.

“We are thrilled to have been named as one of the country’s best employers for 2023. This is not just a testament to our commitment, and the work we have done for our people, but it is also a challenge for us to always be a step better to bring out the best in them,” said Margot B. Torres, Managing Director, McDonald’s Philippines.

With additional brand-new store openings planned for 2023, McDonald’s Philippines will keep giving back to the areas where it operates so that both its employees and customers can continue to have satisfying interactions with the restaurant chain.

To learn more about job opportunities with McDonald’s Philippines, visit the McDonald’s Careers Facebook Page (McDo PH Careers FB Page) or McDonald’s Philippines LinkedIn.

June 14, 2023 by
Food

With Tatang’s Boneless Cebu Lechon, SAVOR the ORIGINAL Flavors of Cebu

Do you want Cebu lechon’s mouth watering flavor? Look no further because Tatang’s will fulfill your appetite! We take pride in offering you the authentic flavors of Cebu, including the well-known and adored Classic Lechon and the fiery and mouthwatering Spicy Lechon.

Tatang’s is committed to upholding the traditional methods that make Cebu lechon unique. Our skilled chefs carefully prepare each lechon, infusing it with a delicious concoction of flavorful herbs and spices that will transport your taste buds to the dazzling coastlines of Cebu. The final outcome? Lechon that is mouthwateringly crisp and tender and will leave you wanting more.

We’ve deliberately placed our branches in strategic areas to ensure that everyone may enjoy our lechon pleasures. From the busy Gilmore neighborhood, the bustling streets of BGC, the quaint Orion neighborhood, or the boisterous Reposo street, Tatang’s is just a stone’s throw away.

But it’s not only about the food; it’s also about the experience. Here at Tatang’s we believe in creating memorable experiences with every meal. Our friendly staff will make you feel right at home as you walk into our welcoming environment or place an order for delivery. We’re committed to supplying you with the best levels of taste and quality, so you may enjoy your favorite lechon recipes with a grin.

Tatang’s Boneless Cebu Lechon is the ideal option whether you’re organizing a birthday celebration, a family boodle fight, or simply treating yourself to a flavorful delight. Allow us to take you on a culinary journey where the flavors of Cebu are brought to life. Visit Tatang’s to enjoy the richness of our lechon and the warmth of our welcome.

Follow us right away on Instagram and Facebook at @tatangsreposo and Tatang’s Cebu Boneless Lechon – Reposo! Call us at 09167068223 or 09634732477 to make your delivery reservations right now.

June 10, 2023 by