head chef

watcha matcha pte. ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly variable sales incentive

Annual bonus (1 month salary)

Medical coverage

Group dining & salon discounts

Training & career growth

Opportunity to cross-train at overseas

Job summary

INITIA Group is seeking a Head Chef to lead kitchen operations across our Korean restaurant concepts in Singapore. You will manage the culinary team, develop recipes, control costs, and ensure high standards of food quality and guest experience in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires leadership, strong teamwork, and adaptability to Singapore market needs. Experience with Korean/Asian cuisine and high-volume casual dining is advantageous. Weekend/holiday shifts required.

Qualifications

• A diploma or degree in culinary qualification or professional kitchen training is preferred.
• Minimum 2 years’ relevant experience in a Head Chef, Executive Chef, or senior kitchen leadership role
• Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends and public holidays, based on business needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee daily kitchen operations to ensure efficient service and consistent operational standards.
• Manage, train, coach, and develop the kitchen team while maintaining a professional and collaborative work environment.
• Ensure consistent food quality, taste, presentation, portioning, and adherence to standard recipes and preparation methods.
• Maintain the restaurant's Korean and Asian culinary standards, recipes, and food preparation methods.
• Monitor food costs, inventory, purchasing, stock rotation, and wastage to support cost-effective operations.
• Ensure compliance with Singapore food safety, hygiene, sanitation, and workplace safety requirements.
• Conduct regular quality and kitchen checks and implement corrective actions when necessary.
• Collaborate with management on menu development, new product testing, promotions, and operational improvements.
• Monitor customer feedback and continuously improve food quality, service efficiency, and overall kitchen performance.
• Support new outlet openings, menu launches, kitchen setup, and other culinary projects as required.

Job description

Overall Job Objectives

The Head Chef is responsible for leading and overseeing kitchen operations across the assigned Korean restaurant concept(s), ensuring consistent food quality, operational efficiency, food safety, and a high standard of guest experience.

The role will lead the culinary team, develop and maintain recipes and kitchen standards, manage food costs and inventory, and ensure smooth kitchen operations in a fast-paced, high-volume dining environment. The Head Chef will also support the business in maintaining the restaurant's Korean culinary standards while adapting operations to Singapore's market and regulatory requirements.

Core Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee daily kitchen operations to ensure efficient service and consistent operational standards.
• Manage, train, coach, and develop the kitchen team while maintaining a professional and collaborative work environment.
• Ensure consistent food quality, taste, presentation, portioning, and adherence to standard recipes and preparation methods.
• Maintain the restaurant's Korean and Asian culinary standards, recipes, and food preparation methods.
• Monitor food costs, inventory, purchasing, stock rotation, and wastage to support cost-effective operations.
• Ensure compliance with Singapore food safety, hygiene, sanitation, and workplace safety requirements.
• Conduct regular quality and kitchen checks and implement corrective actions when necessary.
• Collaborate with management on menu development, new product testing, promotions, and operational improvements.
• Monitor customer feedback and continuously improve food quality, service efficiency, and overall kitchen performance.
• Support new outlet openings, menu launches, kitchen setup, and other culinary projects as required.

Job Specifications

• A diploma or degree in culinary qualification or professional kitchen training is preferred.
• Minimum 2 years’ relevant experience in a Head Chef, Executive Chef, or senior kitchen leadership role
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Experience working with Korean or Asian cuisine is an advantage.
• Experience in casual dining or restaurants with high customer turnover is beneficial.
• Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends and public holidays, based on business needs.

Key Deliverables

• Consistent food quality, taste, presentation, and portion control across all shifts.
• Smooth and efficient daily kitchen operations.
• Compliance with food safety, hygiene, sanitation, and workplace safety standards.
• Effective control of food costs, inventory, wastage, and kitchen expenses.
• Standardised recipes, preparation procedures, and kitchen operating standards.
• Continuous development and capability building of the kitchen team.
• Positive customer feedback relating to food quality and dining experience.
• Successful execution of new menu items, promotions, and culinary initiatives.
• Continuous improvement in kitchen productivity, quality, and operational efficiency..

Benefits of the role

• Monthly variable sales incentive
• Annual completion bonus of 1 month salary (For Full-time if applicable)
• Medical coverage (For Full-time if applicable)
• Group discount (Dining & Salon)
• Training & Career Growth
• Opportunity to cross-train at overseas outlets

INITIA GROUP is a leading lifestyle, beauty, wellness, and F&B group in Singapore and Malaysia. We have been in the beauty and F&B industry for years and are now also in Art, Retail, and Photo Studios. We are a fast-growing company that continuously introduces innovative and on-trend concepts. As we continue to expand across Singapore and Malaysia, we are looking for passionate individuals to join our growing team.

If you’re excited about our company’s vision for this position and want to start the path of becoming one of our future leaders, we’d like to hear from you.

INITIA Group is committed to fair and merit-based employment practices. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates and provide equal employment opportunities based on skills, experience, and job requirements.

You may visit our website to learn more about us: INITIA Group website