Chinese Resturant Chef Cook

CHWAN URBAN FOOD PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A restaurant group is seeking an experienced Chinese Chef in Singapore. The role includes leading kitchen operations, managing inventory, and developing menus. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience and a strong understanding of Chinese culinary traditions. Responsibilities also include training staff and building a cohesive team during pre-opening phases. The company values creativity in design and operations within a high-volume environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a Chinese Chef in a high-volume restaurant.
• Strong knowledge of Chinese culinary traditions and modern trends.
• Ability to oversee installation of kitchen equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen operations, ensuring consistency and food safety standards.
• Manage inventory, food costs, and waste reduction.
• Collaborate with management on promotions and seasonal menus.

Skills

Leadership skills

Fluent in menu costing

Knowledge of Chinese culinary traditions

Ability to design a kitchen layout

Job description

Pre-Opening Phase

• Kitchen Design & Setup:Plan kitchen workflow, advise on equipment purchases, and oversee installation.
• Menu Development:Design a high-quality, profitable menu (e.g., regional Chinese cuisine, fusion, or specialty dishes).
• Supplier/Vendor Relations:Source ingredients, negotiate costs, and establish reliable supply chains.
• Team Building:Assist in hiring and training kitchen staff (sous chefs, line cooks, etc.).

Daily Operations (Post-Opening)

• Lead kitchen operations, ensuring consistency, efficiency, and food safety standards.
• Manage inventory, food costs, and waste reduction.
• Train and mentor staff on authentic cooking techniques and plating.
• Collaborate with management on promotions, seasonal menus, and customer feedback.

Requirement

• 5+ years of experience as aChinese Chef (Sichuan, Cantonese, Hunan, etc.) in a high-volume restaurant.
• Startup/Pre-opening experience (preferred but not mandatory).
• Strong knowledge ofChinese culinary traditions, ingredients, and modern trends.
• Ability to design a kitchen layout and select equipment (woks, steamers, fryers, etc.).
• Fluent in menu costing, portion control, and kitchen hygiene/safety.
• Leadership skills to build and motivate a team.