Chef

JWS CUISINE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A culinary establishment in Singapore is seeking a Restaurant Kitchen Manager to oversee kitchen operations and manage food preparation standards. The ideal candidate must have at least 5 years of experience in western cuisine, knowledge of good hygiene practices, and willingness to work long hours. This role includes managing kitchen staff, tracking inventory, and ensuring food quality for guests.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years' experience in western cuisine.
• Good experience in kitchen operation.
• Knowledge of hygiene practices.
• Willing to work long hours and overtime if necessary.
• Understanding of western spices.

Responsibilities

• Overall in charge of kitchen operations.
• Track inventory stock and conduct daily orders.
• Manage other employees in the kitchen.
• Conduct regular inspections for food standards.

Skills

Kitchen operations management

Ingredient procurement

Food preparation

Hygiene practices

Tools

Blender

Oven

Grill

Job description

Roles & Responsibillities

Working Days: 4 days off per month

Working hours : 11am - 11pm (10 hours per day, 2 hours break)

Job Duties

• Overall in charge of kitchen operations
• Procurement, selection, inspection and preparation of ingredients
• Cut various meats and vegetables as per established specification
• Track inventory stock in kitchen and conduct daily order
• Cleans food preparation areas as determined by law and company policy
• Prepares food to the specifications of the client
• Prepares food before the arrival of guests
• Makes adjustments to food items to accommodate guests with allergies or specific diet concerns
• Manage other employees in kitchen
• Acts as liaison to front-of-house employees to ensure proper food service temperature
• Seasons food according to recipes or company needs
• Orders ingredients and spices as needed
• Operates various kitchen appliance such as a blender, oven, grill
• Portions, arranges, and garnishes food based on client preference
• Direct and lead the food assembly process
• Conduct regular inspections to ensure consistency in standards of food preparation, food presentation, cleanliness and sanitation of restaurant and kitchen equipment

Job Requirements

• At least 5 years' experience in western cuisine
• Good experience in western cuisine kitchen operation
• Knowledge of good hygiene practices
• Willing to work long hours and OT when required
• Understand western spices well