INDIAN COOK

SRM1 PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 45,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff meals provided

Career advancement opportunities

Competitive salary based on experience

Supportive, professional environment

Job summary

SRM1 PTE. LTD. in Singapore is seeking an experienced Assistant Head Chef to support the Head Chef in daily operations of our authentic Indian restaurant. You will oversee kitchen routines, supervise staff, and ensure high standards of food quality, hygiene, and consistency while managing service during peak hours.

The role requires 3+ years in a similar position, deep knowledge of North and South Indian cuisines, and strong leadership with a focus on cost control.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in Assistant Head Chef or senior chef role in an authentic Indian restaurant.
• Strong knowledge of North and South Indian dishes, tandoor, curries, biryani and breads.
• Ability to supervise kitchen staff and coordinate during busy service.
• Solid understanding of food hygiene, sanitation, and workplace safety.
• Experience with inventory control and managing food costs is advantageous.
• Able to work under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Positive attitude, teamwork, reliability and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in managing day-to-day kitchen operations.
• Prepare and cook authentic Indian dishes to restaurant standards.
• Ensure consistency in food quality, taste, and presentation.
• Supervise chefs, cooks, and kitchen staff during service.
• Assist in training junior kitchen staff.
• Maintain food safety and cleanliness across the kitchen.
• Manage inventory, stock rotation, and receiving of supplies.
• Help minimise food wastage and control kitchen costs.
• Take charge in Head Chef's absence.

Skills

Indian cuisine expertise

Kitchen leadership

Food safety & hygiene

Inventory & cost control

Staff training & mentoring

English communication

Job description

Roles & Responsibilities

Job Description & Requirements

Roles & Responsibilities

Assistant Head Chef (Indian Cuisine)

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced and motivatedAssistant Head Chefto support the Head Chef in the daily operations of our authentic Indian restaurant. The successful candidate will assist in overseeing kitchen operations, maintaining high standards of food quality, hygiene, and consistency, while supervising kitchen staff and ensuring efficient service.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in managing the day-to-day kitchen operations.

• Prepare and cook authentic North Indian and South Indian dishes according to established recipes and restaurant standards.

• Ensure consistency in food quality, taste, portioning, and presentation.

• Assist in planning daily food preparation and coordinating kitchen activities.

• Supervise and guide chefs, cooks, and kitchen assistants during service.

• Support the Head Chef in training and mentoring junior kitchen staff.

• Ensure all food is prepared in accordance with food safety, hygiene, and sanitation regulations.

• Monitor food quality, freshness, and stock levels throughout the day.

• Assist in inventory management, stock rotation, ordering, and receiving of food supplies.

• Minimise food wastage and help control kitchen costs.

• Ensure proper maintenance and cleanliness of kitchen equipment and workstations.

• Take charge of kitchen operations in the absence of the Head Chef.

• Work closely with management and the Head Chef to improve menu offerings and operational efficiency.

• Comply with all workplace safety regulations and company policies.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of experience as an Assistant Head Chef, Senior Chef, or equivalent position in an authentic Indian restaurant.

• Strong knowledge of Indian cuisine, including tandoor, curries, biryani, vegetarian dishes, breads, gravies, and traditional spice preparation.

• Ability to supervise kitchen staff and coordinate food preparation during busy service periods.

• Good understanding of food hygiene, sanitation, and workplace safety practices.

• Experience with inventory control and food cost management is an advantage.

• Able to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

• Positive attitude, good teamwork, reliability, and strong organisational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Food Safety certification is an advantage.

• Experience working in Singapore or other international restaurant environments is preferred.

• Ability to communicate effectively in English. Knowledge of Hindi, Tamil, Punjabi, or other Indian languages is an advantage.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience.

• Performance incentives (where applicable).

• Staff meals provided.

• Opportunities for career advancement.

• Supportive and professional working environment.