CAFE CHEF / COOK

FOODCRAFT & BREW PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local café and bar in Singapore is looking for a skilled Cook/Chef to join their kitchen team. The ideal candidate should have 1-2 years of experience in a fast-paced kitchen and a strong foundation in Western and Asian-fusion cuisine. Responsibilities include preparing dishes, ensuring quality and hygiene, and supporting kitchen operations. The role offers competitive salary, staff meals, and growth opportunities within the team.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Staff meals and beverages

Growth opportunities

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–2 years’ experience in a café, restaurant, or bistro kitchen.
• Good understanding of basic kitchen operations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook dishes according to recipes and standards.
• Ensure consistency in taste, portion, and presentation.
• Maintain a clean, organized kitchen meeting hygiene standards.

Skills

Experience in café, restaurant, or bistro kitchen

Strong foundation in Western and Asian-fusion cuisine

Ability to handle busy periods

Positive work attitude

Education

Food hygiene certification

Job description

Job Title:

Cook / Chef

Location:

EarlyAfter Café & Bar — 33 Mohammed Sultan Road, Singapore

Type:

Full-Time

About EarlyAfter

EarlyAfter is a hybrid café and cocktail bar inspired by the rhythm of city life — from first sip to last call. By day, we serve breakfast, brunch, and specialty coffee; by night, we transform into a cozy bar with crafted cocktails and hearty mains. We believe in good food, warm service, and consistency that delights our guests every time.

Role Overview

We are looking for a skilled and motivated Cook/Chef to join our kitchen team. The ideal candidate enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, takes pride in well-executed dishes, and brings a calm, positive energy to the team. You’ll prepare and plate items across breakfast, brunch, and dinner service, ensuring quality, hygiene, and timing are always on point.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook dishes according to EarlyAfter’s recipes, standards, and plating guidelines.
• Manage mise-en-place for each service period (breakfast, brunch, dinner).
• Ensure consistency in taste, portion, and presentation for all menu items.
• Assist in new dish testing, R & D, and seasonal menu updates.
• Maintain a clean, organized kitchen that meets NEA hygiene and safety standards.
• Monitor food stock levels, handle deliveries, and report shortages to the Head Chef / Manager.
• Support smooth coordination between kitchen and service team, ensuring timely order flow.
• Uphold EarlyAfter’s brand standards and values of professionalism, teamwork, and care.

Requirements

• Minimum 1–2 years’ experience in a café, restaurant, or bistro kitchen
• Strong foundation in Western and Asian-fusion cuisine
• Good understanding of basic kitchen operations (prep, grill, pan, fry, sauce work)
• Food hygiene certification
• Ability to handle busy periods with calmness and efficiency
• Positive work attitude, punctual, and reliable
• Must work weekends and public holidays (rotational/ Staggered Duties)

What We Offer

• Competitive salary (commensurate with experience)
• Staff meals and beverages
• Growth opportunities in a creative and expanding F & B group
• Supportive team culture with structured training and development