Head Chef

V'SPICE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant is seeking a skilled chef or kitchen manager in Singapore to oversee kitchen operations and ensure high standards in food preparation and staff performance. Candidates should have proven experience, be well-versed in Vietnamese and Thai cuisines, and demonstrate strong kitchen management capabilities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a chef or kitchen supervisor/manager is essential.
• Must be able to cook both Vietnamese and Thai cuisine.
• Strong leadership and kitchen management skills required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations, food preparation, and staff performance.
• Plan and design menu items in alignment with the restaurant's direction.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety and NEA hygiene regulations.

Skills

Vietnamese cuisine

Thai cuisine

Kitchen management

Inventory control

Food hygiene standards

NEA regulations

Cost control

Team supervision

Menu planning

Job description

Job Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily kitchen operations, food preparation, and staff performance
• Plan and design menu items in alignment with the restaurant's direction
• Manage kitchen inventory and ensure proper food storage and hygiene
• Ensure consistent quality of food and presentation
• Train and supervise kitchen staff to uphold high standards
• Work closely with front-of-house team to ensure smooth service delivery
• Monitor food cost and control wastage effectively
• Ensure compliance with all food safety and NEA hygiene regulations

Job Requirements:

• Proven experience as a chef or kitchen supervisor/manager
• Able to cook both Vietnamese and Thai cuisine
• Strong leadership and kitchen management skills
• Willing to work on weekends and public holidays
• Positive working attitude and strong sense of responsibility

Relevant Skills:

• Vietnamese cuisine
• Thai cuisine
• Kitchen management
• Inventory control
• Food hygiene standards
• NEA regulations
• Cost control
• Team supervision
• Menu planning

Work Schedule: 6-day work week, up to 44 hours per week as per MOM regulations

Work Location: 14 Circular Road, Singapore 049370