Cook

Woodlands Health; Singapore; On-site; SGD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Singapore seeks a kitchen staff member to manage various kitchen tasks, ensure food safety, and maintain hygiene standards. Candidates must have at least 3 years of experience in food and beverage services, a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. This role is vital for supporting the culinary operations in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in F&B or relevant educational qualifications.
• Must have a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate.
• Must be able to work efficiently, independently, and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen sections in absence of Chef De Partie.
• Ensure proper food temperature and hygiene.
• Assist with food preparation and cleanliness.

Skills

Food preparation

Teamwork

Independent work

Basic Food Hygiene

Education

Primary school education or equivalent

Diploma in Culinary Skills

Job description

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the respective kitchen sections in the absence of their Chef De Partie
• Monitor and ensure the temperature of food prepared are within safe limits
• Responsible for the preparation of ingredients, washing of vegetables, cleaning, cutting and assisting the Chef, etc
• Check on personal hygiene, cleanliness of uniforms, sanitation of workstations and work tools
• Assist in cleaning up the refrigerator, setting up the workstation for the day, and helping kitchen cleaners with general hygiene and sanitation
• Be aware of the dangers of contaminated food and the need for proper checking and first-in-first out of the mise-en-place in the refrigerators
• Check all equipment belonging to each station to ensure that all are in good working condition, and report to their supervisor for any problems to be solved, to escalate the necessary work/repair orders to Facilities Management Department
• Ensure proper storage in first-in-first-out system and adequate temperature for all products in the fridge and no item is to be placed on the floor at any point of time
• Know all hospital facilities and services offered, hours of operation and all other information indicated in the Food Services product and services handbook
• Assist in collection of food supplies from the general storeroom and ensure proper documentation of stock requisitions, to report to supervisor should any problems arise
• Maintain the cleanliness of the trolleys used for transporting food and cleanliness of the workstations at all times, and sanitise the working tools several times a day in accordance with health and safety rules
• Carry out other tasks as instructed by the supervisors

Requirements

• Primary school education with at least 3 years of experience in F&B, or NTC 2/3 (Food Service), or Diploma in Culinary Skills
• Equipped with Basic Food Hygiene Certificate
• Ability to work efficiently and independently
• Ability to work in teams