Head Chef

nextbeat singapore pte. ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 48,746 - 58,389; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 days work week

Competitive remuneration based on experience

Job summary

A leading culinary firm in Singapore is seeking a skilled Head Chef to oversee kitchen operations and ensure high food quality. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in a full-service restaurant, strong knowledge of Japanese cuisine, and exceptional leadership skills. Responsibilities include managing staff, ensuring compliance with food safety regulations, and controlling food costs. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and a standard 5-day workweek, promoting a positive work environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a full-service restaurant.
• Strong knowledge of Japanese or Japanese-Western cuisine.
• Solid understanding of kitchen operations and food costing.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations to ensure smooth service.
• Lead and train kitchen staff, ensuring adequate manpower coverage.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations.
• Manage food costs and inventory tracking.

Skills

Kitchen operations management

Food safety knowledge

Leadership

Communication skills

Job description

Monthly Salary: Up to S$4,800 (Negotiable)

Working Location: Central

Working Hours: 5 Day Work Week (44 hours)

Responsibilities and Duties

Kitchen Operations & Food Quality

• Oversee daily kitchen operations to ensure smooth, efficient service
• Maintain high standards of consistency, quality, and presentation across all menu items
• Ensure compliance with recipes, SOPs, and brand standards
• Participate in menu execution, improvement, and standardisation

Team Leadership & Training

• Lead, supervise, coach, and train kitchen staff
• Plan staff deployment and ensure adequate manpower coverage
• Provide performance feedback, guidance, and discipline when needed

Food & Hygiene

• Ensure strict compliance with SFA food safety and hygiene regulations
• Maintain excellent kitchen cleanliness, sanitation, and equipment safety
• Oversee proper food handling, storage, and preparation practices

Cost Control & Inventory Management

• Manage food costs, portion control, and reduce wastage
• Oversee ordering, inventory tracking, and stock rotation
• Work with suppliers and management to optimise purchasing and cost efficiency

Coordination & Reporting

• Collaborate with service teams and management for smooth operations
• Support operational planning, promotions, and internal/external audits
• Prepare reports on kitchen performance and operational needs

Qualification and Requirements

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a full‑service restaurant
• Strong knowledge of Japanese or Japanese‑Western cuisine
• Solid understanding of kitchen operations, food costing, and manpower planning
• Familiarity with Singapore food safety and hygiene regulations
• Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills

Additional Requirements

• Able to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays
• Hands‑on, disciplined, and able to perform under pressure
• Strong sense of responsibility and ownership

Benefits

• 5 days work week
• Competitive remuneration based on experience

Nextbeat Singapore Pte. Ltd.
EA License Number: 22C1267
EA Personnel No: R22110252