Cocktail Lab Assistant

JIGGER & PONY PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 27,900 - 39,060; Full time

Job summary

JIGGER & PONY PTE. LTD. in Singapore seeks a Lab Assistant to prepare and produce high-quality ingredients and pre-mixed cocktails. This role involves maintaining cleanliness, operating lab equipment, and conducting quality checks on products.

The ideal candidate will have a keen interest in mixology, with skills in following recipes and procedures. This position offers a dynamic environment, collaborating with various departments while ensuring efficiency and safety in the workplace.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a culinary or beverage production setting is advantageous.
• Attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn and take direction.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, production-oriented environment with changing priorities.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to follow through and meet deadlines and achieve goals.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of ingredients, following recipes and procedures.
• Operate basic lab equipment under supervision (e.g., blending, infusion, carbonation).
• Maintain cleanliness and organization within the lab.
• Label and store products correctly.
• Ensure all lab equipment is properly maintained and functioning safely.
• Conduct regular quality checks on products for consistency in flavor and presentation.
• Collaborate with other departments for special projects and product innovation.

Job description

Jigger & Pony Group is a leading hospitality company that owns and operates 6 restaurants and bars in Singapore. A pioneer in Singapore’s cocktail bar scene, the Group’s portfolio comprises of four cocktail bars and two restaurants.

Role Overview

The Lab Assistant is responsible for daily preparation and production of high-quality ingredients and pre-mixed cocktails used across our beverage programs. This role supports day-to-day tasks, ensuring that mise en place and cocktail ingredients are prepared efficiently and according to standards. This position is ideal for individuals with a keen interest in mixology, food science, or culinary arts, and is an opportunity to be part of an innovative and collaborative environment that bridges bar craft with kitchen precision.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of ingredients, following recipes and procedures.
• Operate basic lab equipment under supervision (e.g., blending, infusion, carbonation).
• Maintain cleanliness and organization within the lab.
• Label and store products correctly.
• Ensure all lab equipment is properly maintained, functioning safely, and operated according to protocols.
• Conduct regular quality checks on products to ensure consistency in flavor and presentation.
• Collaborate with other departments (e.g., guest shifts, R&D) for special projects and product innovation.

Requirements

• Prior experience in a culinary or beverage production setting is advantageous
• Attention to detail
• Willingness to learn and take direction
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, production-oriented environment with changing priorities.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Ability to follow through and meets its deadlines and achieve its goals