Senior CDP/Junior Sous Chef (INDOCAFÉ - the white house)

Sarika Connoisseur Cafe Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job description

Join Our Culinary Team!

5-Day Work Week | Great Benefits | Career Growth

Are you passionate about creating memorable dining experiences and eager to grow your culinary career? Join our dynamic kitchen team where your skills will be nurtured, and your potential recognized.

What We Offer

• 5-Day Work Week for better work-life balance

• Fully Sponsored Food Hygiene Certificate (FHC)

• Medical and Healthcare Benefits

• Birthday Benefit

• Staff Discounts on Food & Beverages

• Staff Allowances and Incentives

• Increment & Performance-Based Bonus

Job Summary

As a Senior CDP / Junior Sous Chef, you will play a key leadership role in supporting the Resident Chef in overseeing kitchen operations across various sections. You will lead and guide junior team members in food preparation, ensure quality control, and contribute to the smooth execution of daily service and special events. This position is suited for someone with strong culinary skills, leadership potential, and a desire to grow in a dynamic kitchen environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and ensure consistency in food preparation, presentation, and quality across all sections

• Lead mise en place and daily food production, ensuring readiness and efficiency

• Monitor food wastage, assist with stock ordering, receiving, and inventory management

• Conduct regular stock takes and assist in maintaining accurate inventory records

• Collaborate with the Resident Chef to enhance kitchen workflow and operational efficiency

• Uphold and enforce grooming, hygiene, and food safety standards across the kitchen team

• Ensure cleanliness, proper handling, and maintenance of kitchen equipment and work areas

• Mentor junior chefs and provide on-the-job training and feedback

• Take charge in the absence of the Resident Chef or Sous Chef

• Perform additional duties as assigned by senior management

Requirements

• Minimum 2–3 years of relevant experience in a semi-fine-dining environment, preferably in Chinese or Peranakan cuisine

• Willingness to learn, coachable, and adaptable to change

• Positive attitude and proactive work approach

• Energetic, cooperative, and maintains high personal hygiene

• Immediate availability is an advantage

• Able to work split shifts