SENIOR COOK

KNS PRATA HOUSE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 36,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

KNS Prata House Pte. Ltd. in Singapore is seeking an experienced kitchen supervisor to oversee daily cooking operations, ensure timeliness, quality and consistency across our prata dishes and other menu items.

You will guide junior staff, enforce food safety, manage stock and cleanliness, and work in a fast-paced setting, including weekends and public holidays. The ideal candidate is reliable, organized and able to lead under pressure.

Qualifications

• Experience in restaurant kitchen operations.
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices.
• Ability to supervise kitchen staff.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to work shifts including weekends and public holidays.
• Strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of dishes according to established recipes and restaurant standards.
• Ensure food is prepared and served in a timely manner while maintaining quality and consistency.
• Oversee daily kitchen operations and coordinate food preparation activities.
• Supervise and guide junior kitchen staff in food preparation and cooking procedures.
• Monitor food quality, portion control, and presentation standards.
• Ensure proper storage, handling, and stock rotation of food ingredients.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of kitchen equipment, workstations, and food preparation areas.
• Monitor inventory levels and assist with ordering kitchen supplies and ingredients.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations, hygiene standards, and workplace safety requirements.
• Perform other kitchen-related duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Team leadership

Time management

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Job description

• Prepare and cook a variety of dishes according to established recipes and restaurant standards.


• Ensure food is prepared and served in a timely manner while maintaining quality and consistency.


• Oversee daily kitchen operations and coordinate food preparation activities.


• Supervise and guide junior kitchen staff in food preparation and cooking procedures.


• Monitor food quality, portion control, and presentation standards.


• Ensure proper storage, handling, and stock rotation of food ingredients.


• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of kitchen equipment, workstations, and food preparation areas.


• Monitor inventory levels and assist with ordering kitchen supplies and ingredients.


• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations, hygiene standards, and workplace safety requirements.


• Perform other kitchen-related duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

• Relevant experience in food preparation and cooking within a restaurant environment.


• Good knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and kitchen sanitation practices.


• Ability to prepare a variety of dishes while maintaining quality and consistency.


• Experience in supervising or guiding kitchen staff is an advantage.


• Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.


• Good organizational and time management skills.


• Ability to work independently as well as in a team.


• Responsible, reliable, and committed to maintaining high food quality standards.


• Willing to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays when required.