Assistant Head Chef (Japanese Cuisine)

ONSEN RETREAT AND SPA (SINGAPORE) PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier dining establishment in Singapore is seeking an energetic Assistant Head Chef passionate about Japanese cuisine. This role involves overseeing kitchen operations, training staff, and ensuring food safety standards. Candidates should have at least 1 year of relevant experience, strong teamwork skills, and a positive attitude. Enjoy benefits like attractive group commissions, performance bonuses, and staff meals. Immediate starters preferred. Join us to grow your culinary career and make a difference in our kitchen.

Benefits

Attractive Group Commission

Medical & Dental Benefits

Performance Bonus & Birthday Vouchers

Staff Discounts & Referral Incentives

Staff Meal Provided

Training Provided

Working location next to MRT

Qualifications

• At least 1 year relevant experience in Japanese Cuisine.
• Strong knowledge of food safety and proper food handling practices is a MUST.
• Willing to work shift hours, weekends, and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Receive, check, and store ingredients following FIFO and food safety rules.
• Prepare and serve Japanese dishes according to recipes and standards.
• Guide and train junior staff.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Team leadership

Multitasking

Positive attitude

Job description

If you’re passionate about Japanese cuisine, love working in a lively kitchen, and enjoy leading a team, this role is perfect for you. We’re looking for an Assistant Head Chef who is hands‑on, energetic, and excited to grow with us!

💼Why Join Us?

✨Attractive Group Commission
🦷Medical & Dental Benefits
🎁Performance Bonus & Birthday Vouchers
🛍️Staff Discounts & Referral Incentives
🍣Staff Meal Provided
📚Training Provided
🚆Working location next to MRT

Duties & Responsibilities:

Kitchen Operations

• Receive, check, and store ingredients following FIFO and food safety rules
• Prepare and serve Japanese dishes according to recipes and standards
• Ensure proper food handling, storage, labelling, and consistent quality

Leadership

• Guide and train junior staff
• Lead the kitchen team and maintain smooth operations during peak hours

Hygiene & Safety

• Follow SFA/NEA food safety guidelines
• Maintain clean equipment and workstations
• Open/close kitchen stations independently

Menu & Quality Control

• Assist in menu planning and new dish development
• Conduct tastings and quality checks
• Suggest improvements for food and operations

Inventory & Costing

• Assist in stock control, ordering, and reducing wastage
• Ensure proper stock rotation and ingredient freshness
• Support cost-control efforts to meet food cost targets

Coordination

• Work closely with service and F&B teams
• Follow instructions from F&B Managers promptly

📌What We’re Looking For

• At least 1 year relevant experience in Japanese Cuisine
• Strong knowledge of food safety and proper food handling practices is aMUST
• Willing to work shift hours, weekends and public holidays
• 2 off days per week (scheduled by Management)
• Strong teamwork, leadership, and positive attitude
• Able to multitask and work in a fast‑paced environment
• Willing to learn and adapt; immediate starters preferred

📩Ready to grow your culinary career?

Send us your resume today!