Central Kitchen, Executive Chef (ID: 686993)

PERSOL; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading culinary firm in Singapore is seeking an experienced culinary leader to develop and refine menus while ensuring food safety and quality standards. The ideal candidate will have 6-8 years of experience in a central kitchen or large-scale production setting and a diploma or degree in Culinary Arts. Key responsibilities include overseeing production workflows, training kitchen staff, and innovating recipes based on customer feedback. This position offers opportunities for growth in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of culinary experience, with a focus on leadership roles.
• Prior experience in a central kitchen or large-scale production setting is preferred.
• Comprehensive understanding of food safety standards, including HACCP.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine menus for various outlets, ensuring consistency in taste and cost efficiency.
• Design and oversee the entire production workflow.
• Lead team members in cooking processes, ensuring quality standards.
• Conduct quality control checkpoints during production.
• Innovate new products through R&D initiatives.
• Enforce hygiene and food safety protocols.
• Train and develop kitchen staff.
• Monitor inventory levels and control food costs.
• Collaborate with various departments to streamline operations.
• Maintain thorough documentation of recipes and production logs.

Skills

Culinary leadership

Food safety knowledge

Team development

Hygiene adherence

Education

Diploma/Degree in Culinary Arts or related field

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and refine menus for various outlets, ensuring consistency in taste and cost efficiency.

• Design and oversee the entire production workflow, from demand planning to storage management.

• Lead team members in cooking processes, ensuring proper techniques and standards are maintained throughout.

• Conduct quality control checkpoints during production and before delivery, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.

• Innovate new products and enhance existing recipes through R&D initiatives, incorporating customer feedback.

• Enforce strict hygiene and food safety protocols, monitoring compliance and conducting audits.

• Train and develop kitchen staff while clearly defining roles and responsibilities to foster team growth.

• Monitor inventory levels, control food costs, and ensure efficient stock management practices.

• Collaborate effectively with various departments to streamline operations and support new initiatives.

• Maintain thorough documentation of recipes, production logs, and quality assurance reports.

Job Requirements

• Diploma/Degree in Culinary Arts or related field

• 6-8 years of culinary experience, with a focus on leadership roles

• Prior experience in a central kitchen or large-scale production setting is preferred

• Comprehensive understanding of food safety standards, including HACCP

Interested candidates who wish to apply for the advertised position, please click on “Apply”. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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