Junior / Sous Chef

HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES SINGAPORE NOVENA; Singapore; On-site; SGD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel chain in Singapore is seeking an experienced culinary professional to participate in menu planning, supervise kitchen staff, and maintain high culinary standards. Candidates must have at least 3 years of relevant experience and a valid food service permit. This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic kitchen environment with opportunities for development.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Obtained food service permit or valid health/food handler card.

Responsibilities

• Participate in planning and costing of menus.
• Supervise and train kitchen colleagues.
• Develop and write standard recipes.

Skills

Culinary technical skills

Problem solving skills

Customer interaction skills

Education

Relevant education or equivalent experience

Job description

Your day-to-day

• Participate in the planning and costing of menus.
• Work with Outlet Chef/Head Chef in the preparation and management of the Department’s budget.
• Supervise and train kitchen colleagues.
• Work with Outlet Chef/Head Chef in planning manpower needs.
• Develop and write standard recipes.
• Develop new dishes and products.
• Ensure that outstanding culinary technical skills are maintained.
• Assist with organizing special events and special food promotions.
• Maintain comprehensive product knowledge including ingredients, equipment, suppliers, markets, and current trends and make recommendations for appropriate adjustments to kitchen operations accordingly.
• Maintain a hygienic kitchen.
• Clean the kitchen and equipment.
• Maintain personal hygiene.
• Demonstrate Awareness of OH&S policies and procedures and ensure all procedures are conducted safely and within OH&S guidelines.
• Be aware of duty of care and adhere to occupational, health and safety legislation, policies and procedures.
• Be familiar with property safety, first aid and fire and emergency procedures and operate equipment safely and sensibly.
• Initiate action to correct a hazardous situation and notify supervisors of potential dangers.
• Log security incidents and accidents in accordance with hotel requirements.

What we need from you

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar role or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Obtained food service permit or valid health/food handler card as required by local government agency
• Demonstrate ability to interact with customers, colleagues and third parties that reflect highly on the hotel, the brand and the Company
• Possess problem solving and training skills