Head Chef (5 days, 44 hours)

FRENCH FOLD PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic culinary destination in Singapore is seeking a passionate Kitchen Manager to lead and inspire the kitchen team. Key responsibilities include overseeing daily operations, ensuring food quality, and maintaining high culinary standards while focusing on exceptional guest experiences. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, be a team player, and possess a strong commitment to excellence.

Benefits

Quarterly Incentive Bonus (KPI up to $700)

Daily Meal Allowance ($7/day)

Medical Incentive (co-pay $5 for panel clinics)

Dental Incentive ($200/year)

Wellness ($250/year)

Staff Discounts (dining & retail)

Referral Bonus (up to $400)

Welcome & Birthday Vouchers

Salary Increment upon confirmation

Long Service Incentives

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Must be energetic and passionate in a fast-paced environment.
• A team player excited to collaborate with others.
• Guest-obsessed and focused on quality and presentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire the kitchen team to deliver excellence.
• Oversee daily kitchen operations for smooth service.
• Control food costs and ensure quality of dishes.
• Collaborate with service team to align kitchen output.
• Partner with management for strategic growth.

Skills

Team management

Culinary standards

Food safety compliance

Operational oversight

Guest service focus

Job description

Bonjour! We’re MERCI MARCEL! A relaxed French social destination where food, design, and culture meet. With 8 outlets (and more on the way), we’re growing our community and looking for passionate individuals to join Marcel’s adventure—always serving the best, with a smile!

Outlets: Club Street

What We Expect From You:

Team Management

• Lead, train, and inspire the kitchen team to deliver excellence (“Only serving the best with a smile”).
• Build a positive, collaborative kitchen culture where teamwork and morale thrive.
• Conduct regular check-ins and performance reviews to support staff growth and skills development.
• Onboard new chefs effectively, ensuring they adapt quickly to SOPs and company culture.
• Motivate the team to continuously improve, maintaining high culinary standards and exceeding guest expectations.
• Work closely with Kitchen Support Team to strengthen culinary and product knowledge.

Kitchen Operations

• Oversee day-to-day kitchen operations, ensuring smooth and efficient service from prep to closing.
• Manage menu execution together with Sous Chef to focus consistency, quality, and creativity in every dish.
• Control food cost, waste, and inventory and stock management.
• Ensure strict adherence to food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness standards at all times.
• Conduct regular inspections and audits to guarantee compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Resolve operational or quality issues quickly with a solutions-first mindset.

Customer Experience

• Ensure every plate leaving the kitchen meets impeccable quality and presentation standards.
• Collaborate with the service team to align kitchen output with guest expectations.
• Innovate menu items and specials to elevate the dining experience and keep the brand fresh.

Strategic & Financial Management

• Partner with management to develop and execute strategies that fuel growth and strengthen Merci Marcel’s brand.
• Take full ownership of the kitchen’s profit and loss—monitoring food costs, margins, and revenues to ensure profitability.
• Identify opportunities to innovate processes, reduce costs, and maximise efficiency while maintaining excellence.

What’s In It For You:

• Salary: $5,000 – $6,500 (5 days work week, 44 hours & no split shifts)

Perks & Benefits:

• Quarterly Incentive Bonus (KPI up to $700)
• Daily Meal Allowance ($7/day)
• Medical Incentive (co-pay $5 for panel clinics)
• Dental Incentive ($200/year)
• Wellness ($250/year)
• Staff Discounts (dining & retail) & Referral Bonus (up to $400!)
• Welcome & Birthday Vouchers
• Salary Increment upon confirmation
• Long Service Incentives
• Career progression in a growing company that values meritocracy, innovation, sincerity,

Who We're Looking For

• Energetic & Passionate: You thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Team Player: You’re excited to work with a fun, supportive crew
• Guest-Obsessed: You put the guest at the heart of everything you do
• Eager to Learn: Always growing, always collaborating. Leave your ego at the door!
• Experience: It’s great if you have it, but it’s your attitude and willingness to contribute that matters most!

Sounds like you? Let’s talk. Apply now and join the Merci Marcel community.
Bring your passion, and we’ll bring the rest.