Head Chef

CHIKO POLLO LLP; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A local restaurant in Singapore is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead the kitchen team. Candidates should have strong expertise in Western cuisine, particularly steak, pasta, and burgers. Responsibilities include overseeing operations, training staff, and ensuring high standards of food quality. This role offers a competitive salary package and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Opportunities for career growth

Staff meals

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Chef in a restaurant environment.
• Strong background in Western cuisine, particularly steak, pasta, and burgers.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the entire kitchen operations, from food preparation to service.
• Lead and manage the kitchen team, including training and scheduling.
• Ensure all dishes are prepared to high standards.

Skills

Proven experience as a Head Chef

Strong background in Western cuisine

Excellent leadership and communication skills

Creative mindset

Job description

Overview

Position: Head Chef

Location: 115 King George Avenue #01-02

Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Role We are seeking an experienced and passionate Head Chef to lead our kitchen team. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in preparing and cooking steak, pasta, and burgers, while also being able to innovate, streamline workflow, and maintain high kitchen standards. This role requires leadership, creativity, and operational discipline to deliver consistent quality and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the entire kitchen operations, from food preparation to service.
• Lead and manage the kitchen team, including training, scheduling, and performance.
• Ensure all dishes, especially steak, pasta, and burgers, are prepared to high standards.
• Create and improve recipes, ensuring consistency in taste, presentation, and portioning.
• Streamline and improve workflow for efficiency without compromising quality.
• Maintain inventory, manage ordering, and control food costs to reduce wastage.
• Uphold hygiene, safety, and cleanliness standards in compliance with regulations.
• Collaborate with management to design seasonal menus, specials, and promotions.
• Monitor customer feedback and make adjustments to continuously improve.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Chef in a restaurant environment.
• Strong background in Western cuisine, particularly steak, pasta, and burgers.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to manage time effectively and handle pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Creative mindset with the ability to innovate and adapt recipes.
• Solid understanding of food safety and kitchen operations.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays.
• Able to create and implement improved workflow processes in the kitchen.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary package with performance-based incentives.
• Opportunities for career growth within the company.
• Supportive and dynamic working environment.
• Staff meals and other benefits.