Kitchen Assistant

TSUTA SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

TSUTA SINGAPORE PTE. LTD. is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support the Head Chef in daily kitchen and production activities, preparing ramen and other menu items according to recipes and quality standards.

The role includes assisting with daily food production, stock preparation for retail and production, and ensuring high standards of hygiene, FIFO usage, and portion control. Training is provided, with weekend/evening shifts and immediate start possible.

Qualifications

• Prior 1-2 years of F&B or kitchen experience is a plus.
• Training will be provided.
• Good teamwork and communication skills.
• Positive attitude, punctuality, and willingness to learn.
• Able to work weekends, evenings, and public holidays (shift-based).
• Able to start immediately.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in ensuring smooth daily kitchen and production operations.
• Prepare and cook ramen and other menu items according to recipes and quality standards.
• Assist with daily food production and batch preparation for the outlet and other business requirements.
• Ensure production quantities are prepared according to forecasted demand and operational needs.
• Assist with preparation of sauces, broths, ingredients, and other food items for retail and production use.
• Support retail service during operating hours by preparing and cooking food orders promptly.
• Assist with menu preparation, recipe cards, and plating guides.
• Ensure food quality, consistency, presentation, and portion control across both production and retail service.
• Monitor food preparation and production to ensure compliance with recipes and specifications.
• Work with the receiving and purchasing teams to ensure the quality and freshness of raw ingredients.
• Follow FIFO practices and ensure proper food storage and handling.
• Maintain high standards of kitchen cleanliness, hygiene, and food safety.
• Clean and properly store kitchen equipment, utensils, and workstations after use.
• Ensure safe and proper use of kitchen equipment and support junior kitchen team members.
• Monitor production and inventory levels to minimise food waste and spoilage.
• Assist with stock taking and ensure adequate ingredients are available for daily production and retail operations.
• Perform other kitchen and production duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Punctuality

Willingness to learn

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in ensuring smooth daily kitchen and production operations.
• Prepare and cook ramen and other menu items according to recipes and quality standards.
• Assist with daily food production and batch preparation for the outlet and other business requirements.
• Ensure production quantities are prepared according to forecasted demand and operational needs.
• Assist with preparation of sauces, broths, ingredients, and other food items for retail and production use.
• Support retail service during operating hours by preparing and cooking food orders promptly.
• Assist with menu preparation, recipe cards, and plating guides.
• Ensure food quality, consistency, presentation, and portion control across both production and retail service.
• Monitor food preparation and production to ensure compliance with recipes and specifications.
• Work with the receiving and purchasing teams to ensure the quality and freshness of raw ingredients.
• Follow FIFO practices and ensure proper food storage and handling.
• Maintain high standards of kitchen cleanliness, hygiene, and food safety.
• Clean and properly store kitchen equipment, utensils, and workstations after use.
• Ensure safe and proper use of kitchen equipment and support junior kitchen team members.
• Monitor production and inventory levels to minimise food waste and spoilage.
• Assist with stock taking and ensure adequate ingredients are available for daily production and retail operations.
• Perform other kitchen and production duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Prior 1-2 years of F&B or kitchen experience is a plus.
• Training will be provided.
• Good teamwork and communication skills.
• Positive attitude, punctuality, and willingness to learn.
• Able to work weekends, evenings, and public holidays (shift-based).
• Able to start immediately.