Head Chef

Maison De Charm Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant in Singapore is seeking a Kitchen Manager to oversee creative and operational aspects, including menu design and staff management. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of experience in fine dining, strong leadership skills, and a passion for culinary innovation. Excellent organizational and business skills are essential for managing budgets and ensuring top-quality food preparation.

Qualifications

• 5 years minimum experience in fine dining kitchen management.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Financial awareness for budget management and cost control.

Responsibilities

• Lead the kitchen's creative and operational aspects.
• Design menus and manage food preparation.
• Oversee staff training and quality assurance.

Skills

Culinary expertise

Leadership

Business acumen

Organizational skills

Creativity

Job description

Job Overview

Responsible for leading a kitchen's creative and operational aspects, which includes designing menus, managing staff, overseeing all food preparation to ensure the highest quality, and maintaining budget and safety standards. Key duties involve menu planning, cost control, staff training, quality assurance, and compliance with health and hygiene regulations to deliver an exceptional dining experience.

Qualifications and Skills

• Culinary expertise: Extensive experience in fine dining and a deep understanding of cooking techniques and food trends. 5 years minimum experience needed.
• Leadership: Strong leadership, management, and communication skills to guide a team effectively.
• Business acumen: Financial awareness and the ability to manage budgets, control costs, and understand profit and loss statements.
• Organizational skills: Excellent planning, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Creativity: The ability to innovate and develop new and exciting dishes.