Junior Sous Chef

WILLOW RESTAURANT PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious Michelin-star restaurant in Singapore is seeking a Junior Sous Chef passionate about excellence and craftsmanship. The role includes supporting kitchen operations, preparing high-quality dishes, and contributing to menu development. Ideal candidates have fine-dining experience and a culinary diploma. This position offers a collaborative environment within a dedicated team.

Benefits

Birthday Leave

Competitive Staff Discounts across outlets

Health and Medical Insurance Coverage

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a fine-dining or Michelin-starred restaurant.
• Strong technical foundation in modern and traditional cooking methods.
• Ability to work in a high-pressure, high-volume environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the Executive Chef and Sous Chef in daily kitchen operations.
• Prepare dishes according to established recipes and plating standards.
• Contribute to menu development with creative input.

Skills

Fine-dining experience

Attention to detail

Ability to multitask

Respect for ingredients

Education

Culinary diploma or equivalent

Job description

Junior Sous Chef

Introduction: Located in the heart of Singapore, Willow is a One Michelin Star restaurant celebrated for its Contemporary Asian cuisine, showcasing premium seasonal ingredients sourced from Japan. Guided by a philosophy of precision, balance, and creativity, our kitchen team is dedicated to delivering refined, soulful dishes that embody the spirit of modern Asian fine dining. We are seeking a Junior Sous Chef who shares our passion for excellence, craftsmanship, and continuous growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Executive Chef and Sous Chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations, ensuring consistency and excellence in execution and presentation.
• Prepare dishes in line with established recipes, techniques, and plating standards that reflect Willow’s culinary philosophy.
• Contribute to menu development through thoughtful input on new dishes, seasonal ingredients, and modern interpretations of Asian cuisine.
• Maintain a high level of mise en place readiness, ensuring efficiency and precision during service.
• Uphold the highest standards of kitchen hygiene, food safety, and organization, ensuring compliance with all health regulations.
• Assist in managing ingredient quality, stock rotation, and procurement of premium produce from trusted suppliers.
• Mentor and guide junior team members, promoting teamwork, respect, and a culture of learning within the kitchen.
• Demonstrate initiative and professionalism under pressure, maintaining composure during high-volume or high-profile services.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in a fine-dining or Michelin-starred restaurant, ideally with exposure to Japanese or Contemporary Asian cuisine.
• Strong technical foundation in modern and traditional cooking methods, with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask effectively while maintaining consistency and precision.
• Deep respect for ingredients, seasonality, and the art of presentation.
• Culinary diploma or equivalent professional certification preferred.
• A team player with a disciplined, humble, and growth-oriented mindset.

Perks:

• Birthday Leave
• Competitive Staff Discounts across outlets
• Health and Medical Insurance Coverage