Head Chef & Kitchen Leader — Western Cuisine, High-Volume

TYSON JAY MANAGEMENT PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

TYSON JAY MANAGEMENT PTE. LTD. is seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to lead daily kitchen operations, ensure high standards for food quality, hygiene and organisation, and to develop the culinary team. You will oversee staffing, cost controls and service delivery during busy periods.

The role requires hands-on leadership in Western cuisine, high-volume restaurant experience, and the ability to manage inventory, menu development and overall kitchen performance in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience as Kitchen Manager or similar leadership role.
• Hands-on leadership in Western cuisine and high-volume ops.
• Ability to lead, organise and develop a kitchen team.
• Understanding of food costing, inventory control, and service operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily kitchen operations and ensure team readiness for service.
• Maintain high standards for food quality, hygiene, and kitchen organisation.
• Coach and develop chefs and kitchen staff.
• Plan manpower deployment and assign responsibilities across the kitchen.
• Monitor food costs, stock, wastage and inventory control.
• Manage par levels, market lists and quality checks for ingredients.
• Support menu planning, recipe development, costing and pricing.
• Collaborate with restaurant management to improve service execution.

Job description

TYSON JAY MANAGEMENT PTE. LTD. is seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to lead daily kitchen operations, ensure high standards for food quality, hygiene and organisation, and to develop the culinary team. You will oversee staffing, cost controls and service delivery during busy periods.

The role requires hands-on leadership in Western cuisine, high-volume restaurant experience, and the ability to manage inventory, menu development and overall kitchen performance in a fast-paced setting.