Commis Cook - Udon Shin

GAIA Culinary; Singapore; On-site; SGD 26,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5-day work week

Competitive salary package

Bonus

Annual cash flexible benefits

Annual leave starting from 14 days

Meal benefits

Birthday vouchers

Company welfare initiatives and team}

Company welfare initiatives and team

Company welfare initiatives and team

Job summary

Udon Shin in Singapore is seeking a Commis Cook to support the Head and/or Sous Chef in daily kitchen operations, ensuring quality and cleanliness in a fast-paced, team‑oriented environment.

You will follow SOPs, assist with food preparation, monitor stock, and help ensure smooth service with a strong focus on safety and teamwork. The role offers a 5‑day work week, meal benefits, and growth opportunities within GAIA Culinary’s brands.

Qualifications

• Possess certificate in Culinary Skills / GCE 'O' level or equivalent.
• Basic food hygiene certificate required.
• Knowledge of cooking methods, ingredients and equipment.
• Team player with good communication and a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior chefs in preparing menu dishes in assigned sections.
• Adhere to standard recipes and SOPs for quality and safety.
• Prepare ingredients and equipment prior to service as instructed.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen stations and proper equipment upkeep.
• Handle and store food items following safety standards including FIFO.
• Monitor stock levels and support daily inventory counts.
• Work closely with senior chefs to support overall operations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Culinary skills

Team player

Communication

Food safety

Education

Culinary Skills certificate

GCE O-Level or equivalent

Basic food hygiene certificate

Job description

Udon Shin is a Japanese udon specialist that started in Tokyo (in 2011). In November 2025, it opened its first international outlet – Singapore. The concept is all about craftsmanship and freshness: we follow a \"Four Fresh\" philosophy – Udon noodles are freshly kneaded, freshly cut, freshly boiled, and tempura is freshly fried. The kitchen is an open concept where diners can see their Udon being freshly made and cooked.

We are looking for a Commis Cook to support the Head and/or Sous Chef in daily kitchen operations, assist with food preparation and service according to standards, maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen, and contribute to a smooth, efficient workflow in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

As the Commis Cook, we rely on you to:

• Assist senior chefs in the preparation of menu dishes in assigned sections while ensuring quality and safety standards are met


• Adhere to standard recipes and apply appropriate culinary techniques in line with Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)


• Prepare and assemble ingredients and kitchen equipment prior to service, based on instructions from senior chefs


• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen stations and ensure proper handling and upkeep of equipment


• Handle, label, and store food items in compliance with food safety and sanitation standards, including proper storage, temperature control, and stock rotation FIFO (First-In-First-Out)


• Monitor stock levels, support inventory counts, and ensure sufficient ingredients and supplies for daily operations


• Work closely with senior chefs to support overall kitchen operations, including guiding kitchen assistants where required


• Any other duties as assigned

We are looking for someone who has:

• Possess certificate in Culinary Skills / GCE 'O' level or equivalent


• Prior work experience would be an advantage


• Basic food and hygiene certificate is required


• Knowledge of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, preparation, and procedures


• Team player, preferably with good communication and interpersonal skills


• Positive service attitude, coachable, willingness to learn


• High standard of personal hygiene

We offer:

• 5-day work week


• Competitive salary package


• Bonus


• Annual cash flexible benefits


• Annual leave starting from 14 days


• Meal benefits


• Birthday vouchers to celebrate your special day


• Company welfare initiatives and team events

If you think you’re the right fit, we’d love to hear from you. #gaiaculinary