RESTAURANT COOK

FOCUS EMPLOYMENT PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food service company in Singapore is seeking an experienced culinary professional to manage food preparation and menu planning. Responsibilities include ensuring food quality and hygiene, collaborating with restaurant staff, and maintaining inventory controls. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in food services and customer interaction. This position offers an opportunity for creativity in recipe development and engagement with customers.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare meals according to menu and standards.
• Ensure consistency in taste, presentation, and portion sizes.
• Develop new recipes and improve existing ones.
• Create creative, seasonal, and cost-effective menus.
• Maintain food safety and sanitation standards.
• Manage stock of raw ingredients and monitor food costs.

Job description

Roles & Responsibilities

• Food Preparation & Cooking
  Plan and prepare meals according to menu and standards.
  Ensure consistency in taste, presentation, and portion sizes.
  Develop new recipes and improve existing ones.
• Menu Planning
  Create menus that are creative, seasonal, and cost-effective.
  Balance customer preferences with food cost and inventory.
  Consider dietary needs (vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal, etc.).
• Quality & Hygiene Control
  Maintain food safety and sanitation standards (NEA, etc.).
  Check freshness of ingredients before use.
  Keep kitchen equipment and workstations clean and safe.
• Inventory & Cost Control
  Order and manage stock of raw ingredients.
  Minimize food wastage and control portion sizes.
  Monitor food costs to maintain profitability.
• Collaboration
  Work closely with restaurant managers, waitstaff, and suppliers.
  Coordinate with event or catering teams when needed.
  Ensure timely delivery of dishes during service hours.
• Customer Service (where applicable)
  Occasionally interact with guests for feedback.
  Handle special requests or dietary restrictions.
  Uphold the restaurant’s reputation through food quality.