Chef (Lentor Health Nursing Home Hougang)

THE LENTOR RESIDENCE PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility is seeking an experienced Chef for their upcoming nursing home set to open in early 2026. The Chef will initially work at the current branch in Macpherson. Responsibilities include cooking meals, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring quality of ingredients. Requirements include a minimum of primary education and 1-2 years of cooking experience, especially in Chinese cuisine. The role demands good communication and the ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a kitchen environment for a minimum of 1-2 years.
• Ability to work varying shifts, including weekends and public holidays.
• Must demonstrate good communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Cook meals for residents and staff.
• Check the quality of ingredients and food.
• Plan and develop recipes suitable for elderly.
• Replenish stock and minimize waste.
• Handle kitchen equipment properly.

Skills

Cooking Chinese dishes

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Primary education

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Chef for our upcoming nursing home in Hougang, scheduled to begin operations in early 2026. Initially, you will be required to start at our current branch in Macpherson by the end of 2025.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Cook meals for residents and staff
• Check the quality of ingredients and food
• Plan and develop recipes suitable for elderly
• Replenish stock
• Assist to control cost by minimizing spoilage, waste and exercising portion control
• Handle kitchen equipment & utensils in a proper manner. Report malfunction of kitchen equipment
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and safety

Requirements

• Able to work 6 days per week, including weekend and Public Holiday, according to roster
• Minimum with Primary education
• Minimum 1-2 years of experience
• Able to cook Chinese dishes/cuisine
• Good communication and interpersonal skills