Kitchen Chef

St. John's Home for Elderly Persons; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading elderly care service provider in Singapore is looking for an experienced Kitchen Chef. The successful candidate will lead the kitchen team, manage inventory, and ensure high standards of hygiene and meal preparation. Applicants should have a Diploma in Culinary Arts and 3-5 years of experience in a commercial kitchen. A competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth are offered in a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for professional growth

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in a commercial kitchen.
• Food safety certifications (e.g., HACCP, Food Handler's Certificate).
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to prepare and serve meals adhering to quality standards.
• Manage inventory and conduct stock takes.
• Ensure a high standard of cleanliness and food hygiene.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Culinary skills

Inventory management

Education

Diploma in Culinary Arts or equivalent

Diploma in Culinary & Catering Management / Food & Beverage Business

Tools

MS Office applications

Job description

St John’s Home for Elderly Persons is a Residential Home under the Ministry of Social and Family Affairs (MSF). We have been providing quality and compassionate care to seniors for over 60 years and will be transiting to a 174-bed Nursing Home under Ministry of Health in 2026.

Job Summary

We're seeking an experienced and skilled Kitchen Chef to join our team at St. John's Home, a leading provider of elderly care services. As a Kitchen Chef, you'll be responsible for leading a team of kitchen staff to prepare and serve nutritious meals to our residents, adhering to high standards of quality, safety, and hygiene.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Menu planning and development
• Food preparation and cooking
• Team management and supervision
• Inventory management and cost control
• Quality assurance and food safety
• Collaboration with healthcare professionals to meet residents' dietary needs

Cost Control

• Manage inventory, monitor stock levels and conduct regular stock take
• Ensure proper storage and stock rotationl>
• Partake in quality check and assume overall accountability for all purchases and delivered items
• Establish controls to minimize food and supply waste and theft

Kitchen Operations

• Enforces the highest standards of cleanliness, food hygiene and sanitation throughout all kitchen areas at all times
• Ensures that all equipment is hygienically stored in its designated area
• Conduct routine inspection and evaluation of work stations, including food presentation, food quality and consistency, food hygiene and safety
• Plan new menu/recipe items that are nutritious and appealing to residents and staff with institutional menus based on guidelines given by the dietician
• Spot operational problems and resolve them promptly

Training, Learning and Development

• Guides the departmental orientation for new hires
• Ensures that the team members are trained on fire and safety, emergency procedures and sanitation
• Cooks or directly supervises the cooking of items that require skillful preparation
• Coach the kitchen team on how to effectively manage costs while maintaining the recipe standards, and the cooking and preparation procedures

Management and Leadership of the Kitchen Team

• Take charge and maintain complete control of the kitchen at all times
• Manage staff related matters including coaching and performance management
• Work closely with all stakeholders to ensure delivery-on-time fulfilment, high level of customer satisfaction and quality standards

Requirements

• Diploma in Culinary Arts or equivalent
• Preferably Diploma in Culinary & Catering Management / Food & Beverage Business
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in a commercial kitchen
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Computer literate and working knowledge with MS office applications and the Internet
• Food safety certifications (e.g., HACCP, Food Handler's Certificate, WSQ Food Hygiene Officer Certificate)
• Possessing a Food Safety Management Systems Certificate will be an advantage

Competency Requirements

Core

• A team player and lead by example
• Able to communicate effectively to all levels and receptive to feedback
• Open minded and continuously seek opportunities to improve

Technical/Functional

• Possess culinary skills and able to execute kitchen audits as required
• Knowledge on materials/inventory management
• Able to solve daily operational issues with efficiency

Leadership

• Able to lead a team with diversified background
• Fair and firm management with good influencing skillsl>
• Be responsible, mindful and sensitive

Physical Requirements

• Physically Fit

Working Conditions

• Non-airconditioned environment
• No smoking allowed within the premises of the nursing home

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Collaborative and supportive work environment