Head Chef: Menu Architect & Kitchen Leader

MUHAMMAD AFFAN PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MUHAMMAD AFFAN PTE. LTD. is seeking an experienced Head Chef to organize the kitchen's activities, oversee food preparation, and ensure high quality dishes before they reach customers.

You will lead kitchen staff, design menus, manage safety and sanitation, and coordinate with suppliers. A degree in Culinary science or related certificate and health and safety training are preferred; strong leadership and modern kitchen practices are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Head Chef
• Exceptional proven ability of kitchen management
• Ability in dividing responsibilities and monitoring progress
• Outstanding communication and leadership skills
• Up-to-date with culinary trends and optimized kitchen processes
• Good understanding of useful computer programs (MS Office, restaurant management software, POS)
• Credentials in health and safety training
• Degree in Culinary science or related certificate

Responsibilities

• Control and direct the food preparation process and any other relative activities
• Construct menus with new or existing culinary creations ensuring the variety and quality of the servings
• Approve and "polish" dishes before they reach the customer
• Plan orders of equipment or ingredients according to identified shortages
• Arrange for repairs when necessary
• Remedy any problems or defects
• Be fully in charge of hiring, managing and training kitchen staff
• Oversee the work of subordinates
• Estimate staff's workload and compensations
• Maintain records of payroll and attendance
• Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards
• Foster a climate of cooperation and respect between co-oworkers

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team management

Attention to detail

Cuisine knowledge

Education

Degree in Culinary science or related certificate

Tools

MS Office

POS

Restaurant management software

Job description

MUHAMMAD AFFAN PTE. LTD. is seeking an experienced Head Chef to organize the kitchen's activities, oversee food preparation, and ensure high quality dishes before they reach customers.

You will lead kitchen staff, design menus, manage safety and sanitation, and coordinate with suppliers. A degree in Culinary science or related certificate and health and safety training are preferred; strong leadership and modern kitchen practices are essential.