Head Chef, Coach Bar & Coffeeshop

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

Job summary

A food and beverage establishment in Singapore is seeking a passionate Head Chef to lead its culinary team. The ideal candidate will create exceptional cafe-style dishes while ensuring food quality and hygiene standards are met. Responsibilities include managing kitchen operations, training staff, and innovating menu items. This role requires strong leadership and culinary expertise in a casual dining environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a café or casual dining setting.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent knowledge of food safety and kitchen hygiene practices.
• Creative flair with a passion for food and presentation.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage daily kitchen operations, ensuring smooth service and food consistency.
• Design and update menus in collaboration with management.
• Supervise and train kitchen staff, fostering a positive work environment.
• Manage inventory, ordering, and cost control to meet budget targets.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation standards.

Skills

Leadership

Creativity

Food safety knowledge

Team management

Attention to detail

Education

Culinary certification or equivalent experience

Job description

Overview

COACH F&B IS NOW OPENED in RESORTS WORLD SENTOSA & KEONG SAIK ROAD. LET'S COOK. Coach has stepped up its presence into the F&B world, and we're bringing a tight, no-fuss menu of American classics with us. This is not an overcomplicated, fine-dining kitchen—it's a high-energy, small-but-mighty kitchen that puts out great food with precision and speed. Our food is all about quality, execution, and making sure every plate is something people want to order again. Think craveable, beautifully made café food with a bit of New York attitude—deli sandwiches, chicken and waffles, all American cheeseburger, and the list goes on. Simple but perfect.

Primary Purpose

Coach is seeking a passionate and experienced Head Chef to lead our kitchen team in delivering exceptional culinary experiences. The ideal candidate will bring creativity, leadership, and a strong understanding of café-style cuisine, while maintaining the highest standards of food quality, hygiene, and kitchen operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage daily kitchen operations, ensuring smooth service and food consistency.
• Design and update menus in collaboration with management, incorporating seasonal ingredients and customer preferences.
• Lead the culinary R&D initiatives to develop innovative recipes, menus, and food concepts aligned with brand identity and market trends.
• Experiment with new ingredients, cooking techniques, and presentation styles to enhance the dining experience and maintain a competitive edge.
• Supervise and train kitchen staff, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
• Monitor food preparation and presentation to ensure quality and portion control.
• Manage inventory, ordering, and cost control to meet budget targets.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards.
• Collaborate with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless customer service.
• Stay updated on culinary trends and bring innovative ideas to the café.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Sous Chef in a café or casual dining setting.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent knowledge of food safety and kitchen hygiene practices.
• Creative flair with a passion for food and presentation.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks.
• Culinary certification or equivalent experience preferred.