Executive Chinese Cuisine Chef | Cost-Savvy Kitchen Lead

VNNFOOD79 DINING PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 112,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

VNNFOOD79 DINING PTE. LTD. is seeking an Head Chef to oversee all culinary operations, ensuring high-quality food preparation, cost efficiency, and strict food safety compliance.

You will lead the kitchen team, plan menus, and maintain a consistent standard across all food services. Responsibilities include menu design, staff recruitment and training, overseeing equipment, controlling costs, and implementing quality assurance.

Qualifications

• Culinary degree preferred; diploma or vocational certificate accepted.
• Minimum 5 years in a similar executive chef role.
• Expertise in Chinese cuisine is essential.
• Proven cost control, quality assurance and team leadership.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Strong knowledge of culinary procedures, food safety and sanitation.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop menus and dishes aligned with quality and cost standards.
• Recruit, train and manage kitchen staff; oversee equipment use and maintenance.
• Delegate duties to ensure timely, quality meal preparation.
• Develop contingency plans addressing staff absenteeism.
• Create and maintain standardized recipes and preparation techniques.
• Supervise cooking processes and ensure adherence to recipes and methods.
• Monitor food quality: taste, temperature, presentation and portions.
• Track ingredient usage and reduce food waste.
• Plan and manage menu offerings within budget constraints.
• Research and evaluate new products for quality or cost savings.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation standards.
• Monitor and manage cafeteria labor costs; maintain a safe work environment.

Skills

Team leadership

Cost control

Quality assurance

Food safety

Excellent communication

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Documentation

Education

Culinary degree

Diploma or vocational certificate in culinary arts

Tools

Spreadsheets

Word processing

Databases

Culinary software

Job description

VNNFOOD79 DINING PTE. LTD. is seeking an Head Chef to oversee all culinary operations, ensuring high-quality food preparation, cost efficiency, and strict food safety compliance.

You will lead the kitchen team, plan menus, and maintain a consistent standard across all food services. Responsibilities include menu design, staff recruitment and training, overseeing equipment, controlling costs, and implementing quality assurance.