Chef

BARRELS ENTERTAINMENT; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant is seeking an experienced North Indian Chef to join its culinary team in Singapore. The role involves preparing authentic dishes, managing inventory, and collaborating with the team to ensure high-quality service. Candidates should have a minimum of 4 years’ experience and a passion for Indian cuisine, alongside strong communication skills.

Benefits

Competitive salary with overtime opportunities

Creative freedom in menu development

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years as a North Indian Chef.
• Comprehensive knowledge of North Indian recipes.
• Proven experience preparing Indian soups, curries, and tandoor dishes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare authentic North Indian dishes.
• Operate tandoor equipment and create tandoor specialties.
• Maintain high standards of food quality and kitchen cleanliness.

Skills

Fluency in English

Fluency in Hindi

Strong knowledge of food safety

Excellent time management

Creative approach to menu development

Job description

Position Overview

Job Title: Chef (North Indian Cuisine Specialist)

Location: Bukit Timah, Singapore

Employment Type: Full-time

Salary: 3,000−4,000 - per month (plus overtime opportunities)

Industry: Food & Beverage / Restaurant

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and passionate North Indian Chef to join our culinary team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in preparing authentic North Indian delicacies and a deep understanding of traditional cooking techniques and flavors.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare authentic North Indian dishes including soups, appetizers, curries, and Indian Chinese cuisine

• Operate tandoor equipment and prepare tandoor specialties

• Create traditional Indian sweets and desserts

• Develop and introduce new dishes as "specials of the week"

• Review and revise existing menu items to enhance customer satisfaction

Kitchen Operations

• Maintain high standards of food quality using natural spices and healthy ingredients

• Monitor and manage inventory of groceries, vegetables, and meat

• Place orders for kitchen supplies as needed

•I mplement effective planning to minimize food wastage

• Ensure kitchen cleanliness and compliance with SFA & NEA regulations

Team Collaboration

• Work well with service staff

• Maintain excellent team spirit and communication

• Support kitchen operations during peak hours

Requirements

Experience & Expertise

• Minimum 4 years of professional experience as a North Indian Chef

• Comprehensive knowledge of authentic North Indian recipes and cooking techniques

• Proven experience in preparing Indian soups, appetizers, curries, and Indian Chinese dishes

• Tandoor cooking experience is preferred

Skills & Competencies

• Fluency in English and Hindi (spoken and written)

• Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices

• Experience with HACCP protocols

• Excellent time management and organizational skills

• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment

• Creative approach to menu development and recipe innovation

Personal Qualities

•Strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills

•Attention to detail and commitment to quality

•Passion for authentic Indian cuisine

•Adaptability and willingness to learn

Skills

• Recipe development and execution

• Ingredient knowledge and sourcing

• Food quality control

• Spice blending and flavor balancing

• Inventory management

• Purchasing and cost control

• Kitchen organization and housekeeping

• Food safety and sanitation

• Time management

What We Offer

• Competitive salary with overtime opportunities

• Full-time employment with job security

• Opportunity to work with authentic Indian ingredients

• Creative freedom in menu development

• Supportive team environment

• Career growth opportunities

We hope for experienced chefs who are passionate about creating authentic, flavorful dishes