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CAFE O SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious food service establishment in Singapore is seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager. You will oversee all kitchen operations, manage food preparation and supplies, train staff, and ensure health and safety standards are met. The ideal candidate has strong leadership skills, a background in culinary management, and a passion for food quality. This role offers the opportunity to lead a dynamic team in a vibrant environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing a kitchen, including food preparation and staff supervision.
• Knowledge of food hygiene and safety regulations.
• Strong leadership skills to inspire and manage a kitchen team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee culinary activities and ensure efficient kitchen operations.
• Maintain quality control for food preparation and hygiene.
• Supervise kitchen staff and coordinate their activities.

Job description

Overview

Manage the kitchen, food preparation, supplies ordering and kitchen staff for general food service and functions

Kitchen Management

• Overall responsible for culinary activities of the kitchen
• Check the quantity and quality of received products to ensure items are as ordered and standards are met
• Achieve food margin set by the Company
• Monitor and maintain stock levels to reduce wastage and to maximize profitability
• Ensure kitchen operations are carried smoothly and effectively
• Receive and store food supplies, equipment and utensils in refrigerators, cupboards and other storage areas
• Responsible for inventory management to ensure sufficient stock for operation efficiency

Hygiene and Workplace Safety Management

• Ensure consistency in food quality control, hygiene and safety
• Ensure that food handling and hygiene regulations are followed in accordance with regulations

Equipment Management

• Inspect equipment, work areas and general supplies to ensure conformance to established health and safety standards

People Management

• Supervise and coordinate activities of kitchen staff
• Instruct and train other kitchen workers in the preparation, cooking, garnishing, and presentation of food
• Inspire and motivate the team to achieve food specifications
• Assist in recruitment of kitchen staff
• Manage a team of chefs and their areas of responsibilities

Sales Management

• Collaborate with restaurant manager to plan and develop recipes and menus, taking into account such factors as seasonal availability of ingredients and the likely number of customers

Cost Management

• Manage food and manpower cost

Administration

• Responsible for kitchen administration duties
• Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Superior