Cafe service crew/cook full time

Private Advertiser; Singapore; On-site; SGD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Private Advertiser is seeking a talented Cafe Service Crew/Cook for a full-time role in the Ang Mo Kio North-East region of Singapore. You will balance front-of-house service with back-of-house cooking to deliver exceptional dining experiences.

You will greet guests, take orders, cook to spec, maintain hygiene, and work with the team to meet peak-time targets while upholding food quality and presentation standards.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working as a cook or kitchen assistant in a hospitality setting.
• Experience in a fast-paced cafe or casual dining environment is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of food preparation techniques, cooking methods and kitchen safety standards.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with both kitchen and service staff.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high hygiene standards.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and multitask during busy service periods.
• A positive attitude, strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
• Basic knowledge of point-of-sale systems and ordering procedures is advantageous.
• Relevant food safety or hospitality certifications are preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of menu items to specification, ensuring consistent quality and presentation standards
• Maintain a clean, organised and hygienic kitchen workspace, adhering to all food safety and hygiene regulations
• Greet guests warmly and provide attentive, courteous service during their dining experience
• Take customer orders accurately and relay them to the kitchen in a timely manner
• Serve food and beverages to guests with professionalism and attention to detail
• Manage table turnover efficiently and respond promptly to guest requests and queries
• Assist with food preparation, plating and garnishing to ensure dishes meet our presentation standards
• Monitor stock levels and communicate replenishment needs to management
• Support the team in maintaining a welcoming, clean and well-organised dining environment
• Collaborate with colleagues to meet service targets during peak periods

Skills

Cook experience

Fast-paced cafe

Food prep knowledge

Cooking methods

Kitchen safety

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Hygiene standards

Work under pressure

Multitasking

Positive attitude

POS knowledge

Ordering procedures

Food safety certifications

Tools

POS systems

Job description

About the role

We are seeking a talented and passionate Cafe Service Crew/Cook to join our dynamic team in the Ang Mo Kio North-East Region. This is a full-time position that combines both front-of-house service excellence and back-of-house culinary skills. In this role, you will be instrumental in delivering exceptional dining experiences to our guests whilst maintaining the highest standards of food preparation and presentation. You will work flexibly between service and kitchen duties, contributing to the seamless operation of our cafe and ensuring every customer interaction reflects our commitment to quality and hospitality.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of menu items to specification, ensuring consistent quality and presentation standards

• Maintain a clean, organised and hygienic kitchen workspace, adhering to all food safety and hygiene regulations

• Greet guests warmly and provide attentive, courteous service during their dining experience

• Take customer orders accurately and relay them to the kitchen in a timely manner

• Serve food and beverages to guests with professionalism and attention to detail

• Manage table turnover efficiently and respond promptly to guest requests and queries

• Assist with food preparation, plating and garnishing to ensure dishes meet our presentation standards

• Monitor stock levels and communicate replenishment needs to management

• Support the team in maintaining a welcoming, clean and well-organised dining environment

• Collaborate with colleagues to meet service targets during peak periods

What we're looking for

• Proven experience working as a cook or kitchen assistant in a hospitality setting. If no experience, willingness to learn is good

• Experience in a fast-paced cafe or casual dining environment is highly desirable

• Knowledge of food preparation techniques, cooking methods and kitchen safety standards

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with both kitchen and service staff

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high hygiene standards

• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and multitask during busy service periods

• A positive attitude, strong work ethic and willingness to learn and develop

• Basic knowledge of point-of-sale systems and ordering procedures is advantageous

• Relevant food safety or hospitality certifications are preferred but not essential

We are looking for someone who has the right attitude, takes initiative and keen to learn.