Head Chef

CHIN KEE 77 PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local restaurant in Singapore is seeking a cook to manage food preparation and cooking duties. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, prioritizes tasks efficiently, and works well in a team. Responsibilities include organizing work stations, preparing ingredients, and ensuring food is cooked to health standards. Candidates must have a high school diploma and relevant experience. The role requires physical stamina and flexibility with shifts including mornings, nights, and weekends.

Qualifications

• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated and self-directed.
• Legally able to work in establishments which serve alcohol.

Responsibilities

• Set up, clean, and organize work stations.
• Prepare ingredients and cook orders according to health and safety standards.
• Handle multiple food orders and assist other cooks as needed.

Skills

Multitasking

Time management

Teamwork

Physical endurance

Education

High school degree or equivalent

Job description

Cook Duties and Responsibilities

• Setting up, cleaning, and organizing work stations
• Preparing ingredients for the shift; washing vegetables, chopping, seasoning meat, etc.
• Preparing oven, utensils, and grill for shift
• Taking orders from wait staff or computerized system
• Cooking order according to food health and safety standards
• Recommending ideas for specials or seasonal dishes
• Handling multiple food orders at one time
• Monitoring multiple food orders as new orders arrive
• Dressing order for presentation
• Ensuring each guest order has the correct food and sides
• Delivering food order to wait staff in a timely manner
• Storing all food properly
• Sanitizing and cleaning work stations and utensils
• Reordering stock and food supplies
• Monitoring other cooks and team members
• Assisting other cooks in preparing food or helping other team members when needed

Cook Requirements and Qualifications

• Able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
• Physical endurance to stand for an entire shift
• Self-motivated and self-directed
• Works well as part of a team and on individual tasks
• Able to quickly memorize complex or multiple orders
• High school degree or equivalent
• Previous experience as a busboy, washer, waiter, cook, or relevant work experience
• Legally able to work in establishments which serve alcohol
• Able to work early mornings, nights, and weekends
• able to bend, move, and lift up to 25 pounds or more
• Physically able to stand and move during the length of shift; able to bend and kneel through shift; able to lift up to 25 pounds or more
• Must pass a background check
• Able to read and write