Kitchen Manager

TOURLIFE CONSULTANTS PRIVATE LIMITED; Singapore; On-site; SGD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

TOURLIFE CONSULTANTS PRIVATE LIMITED in Singapore is seeking a Kitchen Manager for our Japanese yakiniku restaurant in Tanjong Pagar. You will lead daily kitchen operations, perform precise knife work, and ensure quality and hygiene standards.

The role requires strong knife skills, experience preferred in Japanese cuisine, and ability to work at the counter in a fast-paced, customer-facing environment. You will mentor junior staff and coordinate with management to achieve service excellence.

Qualifications

• Proven knife skills for meat preparation and portioning.
• Experience leading a kitchen team.
• Knowledge of Japanese cuisine preferred.
• Comfortable in a customer-facing counter service role.
• Commitment to hygiene and food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform precise knife work for meat preparation, portioning, trimming, and slicing according to yakiniku standards.
• Lead and oversee daily kitchen operations to ensure smooth and efficient workflow.
• Supervise and guide junior kitchen staff, ensuring consistency in food quality and preparation standards.
• Maintain cleanliness, hygiene, and food safety standards in compliance with regulations.
• Monitor food inventory and kitchen supplies, and coordinate replenishment when required.
• Work closely with chefs and management to support the restaurant’s operational goals.
• Perform any other ad-hoc duties assigned by management.

Skills

Knife skills

Leadership

Japanese cuisine

Customer-facing

Quality control

Job description

About the Employer:

Join our vibrant Japanese Yakiniku restaurant in the heart of Tanjong Pagar! We specialize in premium cuts of meat and authentic yakiniku grilling experiences, and we are seeking a dedicated Kitchen Manager with exceptional knife skills and a strong background in Japanese cuisine. If you excel in a fast-paced kitchen, enjoy preparing and presenting meat with precision, and thrive working at the counter, we want you to be part of our energetic team.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform precise knife work for meat preparation, portioning, trimming, and slicing according to yakiniku standards.
• Lead and oversee daily kitchen operations to ensure smooth and efficient workflow.
• Supervise and guide junior kitchen staff, ensuring consistency in food quality and preparation standards.
• Maintain cleanliness, hygiene, and food safety standards in compliance with regulations.
• Monitor food inventory and kitchen supplies, and coordinate replenishment when required.
• Work closely with chefs and management to support the restaurant’s operational goals.
• Perform any other ad-hoc duties assigned by management.

Job Requirements:

• Strong knife skills, especially in meat preparation and slicing.
• Experience in a Japanese restaurant is preferred but not required.
• Comfortable working at the counter and in a customer-facing service environment.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Strong leadership and teamwork skills, with experience guiding and mentoring junior staff.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to upholding cleanliness, hygiene, and food safety standards.