Executive Chef

Private Advertiser; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Private Advertiser in Singapore is seeking a seasoned Head Chef to lead daily kitchen operations, develop menus that showcase authentic flavours, supervise production and plating, and partner with management on promotions while upholding top hygiene and cost controls.

The ideal candidate holds a Diploma or Degree in Culinary Arts, brings 10+ years of culinary experience with at least 5 years in a Head Chef role, and has strong leadership, organization, and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent.
• Strong leadership and management of kitchen teams.
• Excellent understanding of kitchen operations and food safety.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and execute menus that showcase rich, authentic flavours and high-quality ingredients.
• Ensure consistency, creativity, and excellence in food preparation, taste, and presentation.
• Oversee daily kitchen operations, including production, plating, and service coordination.
• Lead and train the culinary team to maintain high performance and teamwork.
• Monitor inventory levels, food wastage, and kitchen cost efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with hygiene, food safety, and sanitation standards (SFA/NEA regulations).
• Work closely with management to design seasonal menus, specials, and promotions.
• Conduct regular tasting sessions and maintain quality control across all dishes.
• Manage supplier relationships and sourcing of ingredients.
• Oversee kitchen budgeting, cost control, and purchasing to ensure profitability.
• Any other duties as assigned

Skills

Leadership

Organization

Communication

Hygiene standards

Education

Diploma or Degree in Culinary Arts

Job description

Responsibilities:

• Plan, develop, and execute menus that showcase rich, authentic flavours and high-quality ingredients.

• Ensure consistency, creativity, and excellence in food preparation, taste, and presentation.

• Oversee daily kitchen operations, including production, plating, and service coordination.

• Lead and train the culinary team to maintain high performance and teamwork.

• Monitor inventory levels, food wastage, and kitchen cost efficiency.

• Ensure compliance with hygiene, food safety, and sanitation standards (SFA/NEA regulations).

• Work closely with management to design seasonal menus, specials, and promotions.

• Conduct regular tasting sessions and maintain quality control across all dishes.

• Manage supplier relationships and sourcing of ingredients.

• Oversee kitchen budgeting, cost control, and purchasing to ensure profitability.

• Any other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent professional qualification.

• Minimum 10 years of culinary experience, with at least 5 years in a Head Chef or Executive Chef role.

• Experience working in a hotel environment would be an added advantage.

• Strong understanding of Asian or heritage-style cuisine preferred.

• Strong leadership, organization, and communication skills.

• Excellent understanding of kitchen operations, food cost management, and hygiene standards.