CHIEF COOK

HR Guru Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

HR Guru Singapore is hiring a Kitchen Operations Lead responsible for directing all kitchen activities in line with SFA hygiene standards. You will manage menu changes, source ingredients cost-effectively, and use customer feedback to tailor cuisine while upholding food safety, quality, and inventory controls.

You will lead kitchen staff, oversee budgeting and cost control for operations, coordinate catering and events as needed, and ensure workplace safety and efficient workflow across the

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen operations to ensure compliance with SFA hygiene and safety standards
• Develop and update menus based on customer feedback and culinary trends
• Source fresh ingredients from food vendors, negotiating for quality and reasonable pricing
• Monitor food safety and sanitation practices to maintain high-quality standards
• Forecast ingredient needs and manage inventory to minimize waste and control costs
• Direct kitchen staff to maintain efficient workflow and adherence to workplace safety
• Oversee budgeting and cost control for kitchen operations
• Ensure compliance with workplace safety and health regulations
• Coordinate catering services and special food events as required
• Utilize interpersonal skills to foster a collaborative and productive kitchen environment

Skills

Leadership

Kitchen management

Menu development

Food safety & hygiene

Inventory control

Vendor negotiation

Cost management

Team communication

Job description

Job Summary

Lead all kitchen operations ensuring compliance with SFA hygiene standards. Manage menu changes, source fresh ingredients cost-effectively, gather customer feedback to tailor cuisine, and oversee food safety, quality, and inventory control.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen operations to ensure compliance with SFA hygiene and safety standards
• Develop and update menus based on customer feedback and culinary trends
• Source fresh ingredients from food vendors, negotiating for quality and reasonable pricing
• Monitor food safety and sanitation practices to maintain high-quality standards
• Forecast ingredient needs and manage inventory to minimize waste and control costs
• Direct kitchen staff to maintain efficient workflow and adherence to workplace safety
• Oversee budgeting and cost control for kitchen operations
• Ensure compliance with workplace safety and health regulations
• Coordinate catering services and special food events as required
• Utilize interpersonal skills to foster a collaborative and productive kitchen environment

Skills

• Recipe development and menu planning to meet customer preferences
• Forecasting ingredient usage to optimize inventory management
• Ensuring food safety and sanitation compliance in kitchen operations
• Cooking techniques and food quality control
• Vendor management and cost negotiation for ingredient procurement
• Budgeting and financial oversight of kitchen expenses
• Directing and motivating kitchen staff for operational efficiency
• Maintaining workplace safety and health standards