Head Chef – Korean Kitchen Leader & Menu Innovator

CORIAN PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff meals provided

Annual leave

Bonus scheme

Job summary

CORIAN PTE. LTD. is seeking a Head Chef in Singapore to lead kitchen operations, ensuring authentic Korean cuisine quality and customer satisfaction. You will manage staff, develop menus, control costs, and maintain hygiene standards in a full-time capacity.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience in authentic Korean cuisine, with proven leadership, menu development, and cost-management skills, and can communicate in English or Mandarin at a basic level.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional experience in authentic Korean cuisine, including at least 2 years in a Head Chef role.
• Broad knowledge of traditional Korean cuisine, BBQ, set meals, and modern Korean dining.
• Experience in ingredient management, cost analysis, and purchasing systems.
• Proven ability to train, supervise, and motivate kitchen staff.
• Ability to communicate in English or Mandarin at a basic working level.

Responsibilities

• Lead kitchen operations and manage all kitchen staff to ensure efficient workflow and high performance.
• Maintain the quality, flavor, and visual presentation of dishes including meat prep, stir-fried dishes, stews, and hot pots to uphold standards.
• Train, mentor, schedule, and evaluate kitchen team members to build a skilled, motivated workforce.
• Develop new menu items and plan seasonal dishes while respecting Korean traditions.
• Manage procurement, inventory, and cost control to optimize kitchen resources and profitability.
• Ensure strict hygiene and food safety standards for a safe, clean kitchen.
• Collaborate with service team to coordinate dish-out timing and enhance customer satisfaction.
• Maintain and refine the restaurant’s culinary direction consistent with the brand concept.
• Respond to manpower, quality, or service issues promptly to sustain smooth operations.

Skills

Leadership

Menu development

Cost control

Hygiene & food safety

Staff training

English/Mandarin comms

Inventory management

Tools

Inventory software

Job description

CORIAN PTE. LTD. is seeking a Head Chef in Singapore to lead kitchen operations, ensuring authentic Korean cuisine quality and customer satisfaction. You will manage staff, develop menus, control costs, and maintain hygiene standards in a full-time capacity.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience in authentic Korean cuisine, with proven leadership, menu development, and cost-management skills, and can communicate in English or Mandarin at a basic level.