Culinary Commis Chef

Plain Vanilla Bakery; Singapore; On-site; SGD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Plain Vanilla Bakery in Singapore is seeking a friendly Kitchen Helper to support prep tasks, wash, chop, portion, label, and assist in both hot and cold stations under guidance from the store team. You will help maintain a clean, organized kitchen during busy service hours and contribute to a positive guest experience across multiple locations.

Ideal candidates have 6 months to 1 year kitchen experience, basic culinary techniques, and a willingness to learn. HACCP basics and hygiene are valued.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months – 1 year of kitchen experience.
• Basic culinary techniques including mise en place and food preparation.
• Hygiene and food safety awareness (FIFO, hygiene practices) are valued.

Responsibilities

• Support prep tasks: washing, chopping, portioning, and labeling.
• Assist with hot or cold station under store guidance.
• Maintain a clean, organized kitchen during busy service hours.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Basic cooking techniques

Food preparation

Mise en place

Education

Diploma in Culinary Arts or Certificate in Commercial Cooking or Kitchen Management

Tools

WSQ Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Responsibilities:

• Support prep tasks such as washing, chopping, portioning, and labelling.
• Assist with cold or hot station under guidance from store team.
• Help maintain a clean and organised kitchen during busy service hours.
• Interact professionally and courteously with guests where required, and support the delivery of a positive guest experience
• Step in to support staff meal prep, cleaning, and closing routines.
• Follow standard kitchen SOPs and adapt quickly to different store environments.
• Maintain professionalism, hygiene, and teamwork at all locations.
• Report shift highlights or issues to Area Manager after each deployment.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Minimum 6 months – 1 year of kitchen experience. Experience in food prep and kitchen support is preferred.
• Basic culinary techniques – basic cooking methods, assisting mise en place, assisting in food preparation.
• Food Safety & Hygiene – understanding of HACCP basics, personal hygiene and workstation cleanliness, proper food storage and handling (FIFO) is advantageous.
• Completing tasks on time.
• Working efficiently under pressure; following instructions and keeping pace during service.
• Good attitude toward teamwork and cleanliness.
• Willingness to learn and ask questions when unsure.
• Positive attitude with a willingness to contribute to a welcoming and hospitable environment.
• Taking directions from CDP, Sous Chef, and Head Chef.
• Flexible and reliable; able to adapt quickly to different kitchen teams.
• Willingness to rotate across different stations: Tiong Bahru, Telok Ayer, Neil Road, East Coast, Upper Thomson, Serangoon Gardens.
• Diploma in Culinary Arts or Certificate in Commercial Cooking or Kitchen Management is advantageous.
• WSQ Food Hygiene Certificate.
• Working location: Tiong Bahru, Telok Ayer, Neil Road, East Coast, Upper Thomson, Serangoon Gardens.

Founded in 2011, Plain Vanilla is a homegrown bakery-cafe on a mission to bring comfort classics, warm hospitality, and beautifully designed spaces into the neighbourhoods we call home. More than a decade on, we're still focused on honouring the tried-and-true with the best ingredients we can find, and celebrating life’s simple pleasures with our community.
Good work matters to us and so does having each other’s backs. As our team grows, we’d love for people who feel the same to join us as we build towards becoming one of Singapore’s most well-loved food and hospitality names, and one day share what we do beyond our shores.
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