Head Chef

OAK & OLIVE CATERING; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A catering company in Singapore seeks a Head Chef to oversee kitchen operations. The role involves developing menus and managing a kitchen team, ensuring high food quality and presentation. Applicants should have a minimum of 5 years of experience in catering and strong leadership skills. A positive attitude and food safety certification are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Head Chef in catering.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.
• Possession of higher food certifications is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Handle overall kitchen operations in central kitchens.
• Develop menus and new Western dishes ensuring cost-effectiveness.
• Train and manage kitchen team on new recipes and SOPs.

Skills

Leadership

Inventory management

Communication skills

Creativity

Education

WSQ Food Safety Course Level 1

Job description

Kitchen Operations

• Handle overall kitchen operations in the central kitchens.
• Oversee service standards relating to catering, special large-scale events.
• Develop menus and new Western dishes, including seasonal specials, ensuring all offerings are cost-effective and appeal to our customers
• Drive consistency, creativity, refinement, and high standards in food presentation, quality, and portioning
• Train, motivate, and manage kitchen team effectively on modified or new recipes, SOPs, and proper handling of ingredients
• Manage & ensure that inventory levels and quality by placing orders based on projected demand; and upon delivery, check to ensure quality of delivered supplies.
• Ensure safe operations and proper upkeep of all equipment.
• Any other task or ad hoc duty assigned by Director or Management.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years’ experience of working experience of at least Head Chef (Catering or large orders >2,000)
• Strong leadership and organisational abilities with a mindset of being a mentor for the kitchen team.
• Positive with a can-do attitude with good communication skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends, and holidays, as needed, 6-day work week.
• Possess WSQ Food Safety Course Level 1 certification. Possess higher food certifications would be an advantage.

Work Location

Tai Seng