Executive Chef (Food Production, Central Kitchen)

ALWAYSHIRED PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A top culinary company in Singapore is seeking an experienced Central Kitchen Executive Chef to lead and manage large-scale culinary operations for multiple outlets. The ideal candidate will oversee menu standardisation, production workflow, food quality, and team leadership. Candidates should have a diploma or degree in Culinary Arts alongside 5-8 years of culinary experience, strong knowledge of food safety, and leadership skills. This role offers an opportunity to innovate and excel in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–8 years of culinary experience, including leadership roles.
• Experience in central kitchen or large-scale production is highly preferred.
• Hands-on, organised, and able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations of the central kitchen supporting multiple outlets.
• Develop, standardise, and improve recipes to ensure consistency and cost control.
• Oversee food quality, hygiene, HACCP, and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Culinary expertise

Food safety knowledge

Problem-solving skills

Education

Diploma or Degree in Culinary Arts or related field

Job description

Job Overview

We are looking for an experienced Central Kitchen Executive Chef to lead and manage large-scale culinary operations supporting multiple outlets. This role oversees menu standardisation, production workflow, food quality, food safety, team leadership, and R&D to ensure consistency, efficiency, andhigh standards across all outlets.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations of the central kitchen supporting multiple outlets.
• Develop, standardise, and improve recipes to ensure consistency and cost control.
• Plan and manage production based on outlet demand and forecasts.
• Oversee food quality, hygiene, HACCP, and regulatory compliance.
• Supervise cooking, portioning, packaging, storage, and distribution processes.
• Drive R&D for new products, sauces, and menu innovation.
• Manage kitchen team performance, training, and rostering.
• Control food cost, inventory, and minimise wastage.
• Work closely with operations, warehouse, logistics, and outlet teams.

Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Culinary Arts or related field.
• Minimum 5–8 years of culinary experience, including leadership roles.
• Experience in central kitchen or large-scale production is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, HACCP, and kitchen operations.
• Good leadership, planning, and problem-solving skills.
• Hands‑on, organised, and able to work in a fast‑paced environment.

Interested candidates please apply online or send your latest CV to [e-mail]

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