Kitchen Production Team Leader

Ikano Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading kitchen operations company in Singapore seeks a Kitchen Production Supervisor to oversee kitchen operations, supervise staff, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience in a high-volume kitchen, strong leadership capabilities, and the drive for effective resource management. This position requires multi-tasking and excellent problem-solving skills within a diverse team environment.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in a fast-paced kitchen operation.
• Experience in supervising diverse teams.
• Capability in cost and resource management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operations of the kitchen production area.
• Assist in forecasting and purchasing supplies.
• Monitor and supervise kitchen activities.

Skills

Leadership abilities

Problem-solving

Culinary skill

Service-oriented

Multi-tasking

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Company Description

The IKEA vision is to create a better everyday life for the many people. We do this by offering a wide range of well-designed, functional home furnishing products at prices so low that as many people as possible can afford them. We operate in Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand – and have an ambitious expansion plan to bring a little bit of Sweden to new markets in the region. We are part of the Ikano Group of companies and the only IKEA franchisee owned by the Kamprad family that founded IKEA.

We also develop, own and operate Shopping Centres that are anchored by IKEA and create walkable communities by including residential, office and other types of real estate in our development plans.

We work towards making sustainability a natural part of our everyday work. We are active in our communities, driving and supporting social initiatives that benefit children, women and the environment.

Job Description

• Reporting to the Kitchen Production Manager and responsible for the operations of the Kitchen production area.
• Assist in forecasting and purchasing of food and goods supply.
• Ensure an efficient operation by monitoring man-hours roster closely and supervise activities of co-workers in the Kitchen.
• You look into waste management, portioning and kitchen production as part of a continuous effort to improve the efficiency of the operations.
• Ensure that facilities of kitchen conform to safety & sanitary regulations and HACCP standards. Ensuring food safety procedures are carry up as and when.
• Assist in menu implementation and launches.

Qualifications

• With at least 3 years of experiences in a fast-paced and high-volume Kitchen operation, with a proven leadership abilities and commercial acumen in ensuring effective cost and resource management.
• Possess decision-making and problem-solving abilities with the drive to make things happen and computer knowledge and proficiency in MS Office is required. Have experience in supporting and implementing action plans.
• You have experience in supervising and working with a diverse team.
• Lead by example and enjoy sharing your knowledge in developing and coaching the co-workers to support our Store’s growth.
• You are service-oriented, possess good culinary skill and able to multi-task.

Additional Information

Please apply by 10 Feb 2026.