The Bistro Group
    (40 reviews)

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    Company overview

    Industry

    Restaurants & Cafes (Full Service)

    Company size

    1,001-5,000

    Primary location

    9727 Kamagong Street, San Antonio Village, Makati City
    The Bistro Group is a collection of international hospitality casual dining brands and homegrown concepts unified by a people-focused philosophy that is the backbone of our success.TGI Friday’s entry into the Philippine market in December 1994 signaled the start of Bistro operations. Within six years, the flagship restaurant of the Dallas- based Friday’s Hospitality Group has expanded to 5 branches. In 2010, TGI Friday’s now has more than 10 branches.In February 1996, Italianni’s Philippines became the first international chain outside the United States. Its American-Italian cuisine, coupled with its unique shared style-dining concept as essayed by its slogan “Amore di Merrier”, made it an instant hit among the Filipinos.Fish & Co. in the Philippines is a division of O.B Singapore Operations PTE Ltd. At Fish & Co., All it takes is “One bite and you’re hooked!” We pan out great tasting fish and seafood meals using only natural ingredients like olive oil, herbs and specialty homemade spices.With its interior that is both sunny and fresh and craveable menu selections from sun up to sun down, FlapJacks is the place for people seeking good food in the a very good place.A dining destination that glorifies the taste of garlic, Krazy Garlik brings together the best garlic recipes from around the world. Paired with a delightful drink, it will leave diners wanting for more. It is a dining adventure like no other.“BUL-GO-GI”, a Korean dish that usually consists of marinated beef, has become the preferred Korean delicacy in the world. Due to its rise in worldwide popularity as of late, we have chosen the established name of “BULGOGI” to go along with “BROTHERS”, in order to create a welcoming and family-like feel to our name. At BULGOGI BROTHERS, we want to enlighten the world about the Korean cuisine, by providing meals and services as if it were to our own family members.In 1984, Village Tavern was built on the concept of the traditional old world tavern, viewed as the center of the community and a place for information, entertainment and nourishment. First established near Wake Forest University in Winston-Salem N.C., Village Tavern has since grown into a successful group of restaurants with 11 locations throughout the U.S.Watami Group is the top food and beverage brand in Japan. Founded by the CEO of the company, Watanabe Miki at the age of 24. The company has grown into 600 branches in Japan and 30 other outlets overseas in a short span of 25 years. With our original dishes and signature beverage, Watami has proven to be a market leader in product development and understanding consumer’s everchanging tastes and preferences.Modern Shanghai’s mission is to provide “quality and innovative” cuisine of Beijing, Sichuan and Shanghai to our valued customers. One always finds the best tastes from home cooking, where it embodies not only flavour but memories and intimacy within the family, especially true in Chinese cuisine. Stemming from Shanghai’ most original home cooked recipes, Modern Shanghai offers the authenticity of local Shanghai cuisine in a casual and home like manner, reviving simple but hearty meals.Tonkatsu by Terazawa is the brainchild of Chef Akinori Terazawa. A native of Nagoya, Japan, and owner of this Japanese-Western restaurant chain in Asia, made it his mission to make the best Tonkatsu in town. His ambition became a reality when he established his first Tonkatsu restaurant about 20 years ago and has now made its way to the Philippines.Buffalo Wild Wings is the leading sports grill and bar chain in the United States and Canada with over 1000 stores. Its unique ability to meet the needs of avid sports fans, groups out for a social event, casual dinners and families sets it apart.

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    What’s it like working at The Bistro Group?

    AI summary of recent reviews

    The Bistro Group offers compelling benefits including competitive compensation through high base pay, service charges, and additional perks such as healthcare and staff meals. Employees particularly value the company's investment in training and development, with continuous learning opportunities provided by skilled trainers. The positive work culture is characterised by supportive supervision and friendly colleagues who create a family-like atmosphere.

    Working in this restaurant group does present certain challenges. The role requires adapting to a demanding schedule with long hours and split shifts, which can impact work-life balance. Employees must also maintain high performance standards through regular assessments and validations. The fast-paced environment requires working under pressure to meet the demands of high customer volumes, though many note that the supportive team environment helps manage these challenges.

    Recent reviews

    5.0
    Sous Chef
    Sep 2025
    Paranaque City Metro ManilaLess than 1 year in the role, former employee
    Worked at the sauté burner station, gaining hands-on experience in cooking and kitchen operations. Successfully handled tasks with confidence and learned proper techniques. The work environment was positive, with approachable and supportive staff who helped make the learning experience smooth and enjoyable.
    The good thingsWell trained employees and have a good treatment in their employees
    The challengesThe challenges I encounter is on how I deal into a new environment
    5.0
    Cook
    Sep 2023
    Less than 1 year in the role, former employee
    BISTRO AMERICANO RESTAURANTS
    The good thingsI enjoyed working here not just because of the high salary but also their perks or benefits to their employees like healthcare, service charges, tips and bonuses. Also they have a staff meal!
    The challengesThere is no work-life balance since this group of restaurant is in high demand expect that you will work under pressure and also there is exam or validation every quarterly when you get hired.
    5.0
    Cook/ kitchen helper
    Feb 2022
    1 to 2 years in the role, former employee
    I study in culinary jn six months . I did finish to get my certificate because to the pandemic.
    The good thingsTo have a good experxience. To prove myself. And trust to your company
    The challengesNothing to say about the because i dont have experience yet.
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