Creative Sous Chef: Lead Innovative Menus & Kitchen

ESONITY PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 47,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Avanguarde in Singapore is seeking a sous chef to lead the kitchen and transform dining into a memorable experience. You will oversee daily BOH operations, develop seasonal menus, and collaborate with our arts and fashion teams on special events.

The candidate thrives on creative, high-volume environments, mentors junior staff, and contributes to a lifestyle-focused brand vision. This role offers growth within a multidisciplinary concept hub.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years in high-volume or boutique F&B environments
• At least 2 years in a leadership role
• People-first mindset focused on teaching and developing chefs
• Ability to blend culinary art with lifestyle brand vision

Responsibilities

• Design and execute seasonal, creative menus for F&B concepts that align with Avanguarde's aesthetic
• Oversee daily back-of-house operations ensuring peak performance, consistency, and high quality
• Manage food costing, inventory, supplier relationships, and labor costs to ensure commercial success
• Maintain hygiene and safety standards (SFA compliance) and foster a clean, organized kitchen
• Collaborate with arts and fashion teams to curate event menus (gallery openings, theatre nights, fashion launches)

Skills

Leadership

Menu design

Food costing

Inventory management

Plating/artistry

Job description

Avanguarde in Singapore is seeking a sous chef to lead the kitchen and transform dining into a memorable experience. You will oversee daily BOH operations, develop seasonal menus, and collaborate with our arts and fashion teams on special events.

The candidate thrives on creative, high-volume environments, mentors junior staff, and contributes to a lifestyle-focused brand vision. This role offers growth within a multidisciplinary concept hub.