Restaurant Cook

P.N.D. IMPEX PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 42,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

P.N.D. IMPEX PTE. LTD.

is seeking an experienced Indian Cook/Chef to join our Singapore kitchen. You will prepare and cook authentic North and South Indian dishes, such as curries, biryanis, tandoori items, and dosas, ensuring consistent taste and quality. You will manage mise-en-place, spice blends, and ingredient prep, operate tandoor ovens and dosa plates safely, monitor stock, minimise waste, and uphold strict hygiene standards.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of hands-on cooking experience in authentic Indian cuisine.
• Knowledge of traditional Indian spice profiles and regional techniques.
• Basic food hygiene or food safety certification.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Willingness to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook authentic Indian dishes with consistent taste and quality.
• Manage mise-en-place, spice blending, and ingredient prep.
• Operate tandoor ovens and dosa plates safely.
• Monitor stock levels, minimize waste, assist inventory.
• Maintain hygiene and proper labeling/storage.
• Support team during peak hours for timely service.

Skills

Indian cuisine

Spice profiling

Work under pressure

Shift flexibility

Education

Food safety certification

Job description

Job Overview

• Position: Indian Cook / Chef
• Industry: Food & Beverage / Hospitality
• Employment Type: Full-Time

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook authentic North and/or South Indian dishes (e.g., curries, biryanis, tandoori items, or tiffin items like dosas) with consistent taste and quality.
• Manage daily mise-en-place, spice blending, and ingredient preparation.
• Operate and maintain specialized kitchen equipment safely, including tandoor ovens and dosa hot plates.
• Monitor food stock levels, minimize kitchen waste, and assist with inventory management.
• Maintain strict adherence to local hygiene and food safety standards (such as proper food labeling, storage)
• Support team members during peak hours to ensure timely food service.

Job Requirements

• Minimum 2 to 5 years of hands-on professional cooking experience in authentic Indian cuisine.
• Deep knowledge of traditional Indian spice profiles, ingredients, and regional cooking techniques.
• Holder of a basic food hygiene or food safety certification.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays.