Chinese Head CHEF

JOBER PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant group in Singapore is seeking an experienced Chef to oversee kitchen operations, manage staff, and ensure high-quality food preparation. Responsibilities include setting up the kitchen, cooking food, and managing inventory, while maintaining health and safety standards. Flexibility and leadership skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Proven work experience as a Chef or Cook.
• Hands-on experience with kitchen equipment.
• Familiarity with sanitation regulations.

Responsibilities

• Set up the kitchen with cooking utensils and equipment.
• Cook food in a timely manner.
• Supervise Cooks and assist as needed.

Skills

Leadership skills

Time management

Knowledge of cooking techniques

Job description

Responsibilities

• Set up the kitchen with cooking utensils and equipment, like knives, pans and kitchen scales
• Study each recipe and gather all necessary ingredients
• Cook food in a timely manner
• Delegate tasks to kitchen staff
• Inform wait staff about daily specials
• Ensure appealing plate presentation
• Supervise Cooks and assist as needed
• Slightly modify recipes to meet customers’ needs and requests (e.g. reduce salt, remove dairy)
• Monitor food stock and place orders
• Check freshness of food and discard out-of-date items
• Experiment with recipes and suggest new ingredients
• Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations within the kitchen area

Requirements

• Proven work experience as a Chef or Cook
• Hands‑on experience with various kitchen equipment (e.g. Chinese cuisine dishes)
• Leadership skills
• Ability to remain calm and undertake various tasksExcellent time management abilities
• Up-to-date knowledge of cooking techniques and recipes
• Familiarity with sanitation regulations
• Flexibility to work any shift in any area of responsibility without notice