Catering Sous Chef: Lead Menus & On-Time Delivery

THE PLATTERING CO PTE. LTD.; Singapore; Sur place; SGD 36 000 - 54 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The Plattering Co. Pte Ltd is seeking a skilled Sous Chef to join our catering team.

You will prepare high-quality dishes for events, maintain food safety standards, and assist in delivering exceptional culinary experiences for clients. In this role, you will lead kitchen staff, coordinate production schedules, and step in as acting Head Chef when required, ensuring on-time delivery for corporate catering and large-scale orders.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–4 years of experience as a Sous Chef or Senior Chef in catering, hotel, or large-scale kitchen operations.
• Strong knowledge of mass production cooking and event catering.
• Familiar with Singapore food safety regulations (SFA/NEA).
• Ability to lead and motivate a multicultural kitchen team.
• Able to work flexible hours, including weekends and public holidays.
• Good organizational and time management skills.

Responsabilités

• Plan, prepare, and execute menus for events and daily catering orders.
• Supervise food preparation to ensure consistency, quality, and portion control.
• Ensure all catering orders are prepared and packed accurately and delivered on time.
• Coordinate kitchen workflow to meet tight production timelines.
• Supervise kitchen assistants, cooks, and temporary staff during production.
• Train staff on cooking techniques, plating standards, and food safety procedures.
• Allocate duties and ensure efficient manpower deployment.
• Step in to manage the kitchen in the absence of the Head Chef.
• Ensure compliance with food safety standards and hygiene procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen, equipment, and storage areas.
• Monitor food handling, storage temperatures, and FIFO.
• Ensure staff follow hygiene and safety protocols.
• Assist in monitoring stock levels and reporting shortages or wastage.
• Support cost control by minimizing food waste and managing portions.
• Assist with receiving, checking, and storing ingredients properly.
• Support on-site event setup and live cooking when required.
• Handle last-minute changes or urgent requests professionally.
• Ensure presentation standards meet company and client expectations.

Description du poste

The Plattering Co. Pte Ltd is seeking a skilled Sous Chef to join our catering team.

You will prepare high-quality dishes for events, maintain food safety standards, and assist in delivering exceptional culinary experiences for clients. In this role, you will lead kitchen staff, coordinate production schedules, and step in as acting Head Chef when required, ensuring on-time delivery for corporate catering and large-scale orders.