Cocktail Lab Assistant

JIGGER & PONY PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company in Singapore seeks a Lab Assistant responsible for the preparation of high-quality ingredients and cocktails. This role involves operating lab equipment, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring product quality. Ideal for those with a keen interest in mixology and culinary arts, the position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment that merges bar craft with culinary precision.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a culinary or beverage production setting is advantageous.
• Ability to meet deadlines and achieve goals.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, production-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of ingredients following recipes.
• Operate lab equipment under supervision.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization within the lab.
• Conduct regular quality checks on products.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Willingness to learn

Job description

Jigger & Pony Group is a leading hospitality company that owns and operates 5 restaurants and bars in Singapore. A pioneer in Singapore’s cocktail bar scene, the Group’s portfolio comprises of three 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 meetsits deadlines and achieve its goals