Head Chef — Modern European + Asian Fusion

Stamfles International Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Stamfles Group seeks an experienced Head Chef to lead Straits Place’s opening kitchen in Singapore. The role covers menu development, food quality, cost management and team leadership across breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner services.

The candidate should bring a strong Western culinary background, 5–8 years of kitchen experience and 2–3 years in senior leadership, with a passion for quality and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of professional kitchen experience.
• At least 2–3 years in a senior kitchen leadership role.
• Experience with hotel breakfast, brunch or all‑day dining is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee daily kitchen operations for hotel breakfast and all-day dining.
• Develop and execute menus featuring modern European cuisine with Asian influences.
• Ensure consistent food quality, taste, presentation and portions.
• Manage food costs, purchasing, inventory and stock control.
• Establish and maintain kitchen SOPs, hygiene and quality standards.
• Recruit, train and develop the kitchen team.
• Plan manpower schedules and workflow for efficient operations.
• Collaborate with management to improve performance and profitability.
• Take ownership of kitchen operations and coordinate with service team.

Skills

Strong Western culinary background

Leadership and team management

Costing and inventory management

Menu development and food presentation

Food safety and hygiene

Job description

Stamfles Group seeks an experienced Head Chef to lead Straits Place’s opening kitchen in Singapore. The role covers menu development, food quality, cost management and team leadership across breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner services.

The candidate should bring a strong Western culinary background, 5–8 years of kitchen experience and 2–3 years in senior leadership, with a passion for quality and continuous improvement.