Senior Cook

KALIMA CAFE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

KALIMA CAFE PTE. LTD. in Singapore is seeking a capable kitchen supervisor to lead daily kitchen operations and ensure high-quality food preparation.

The role requires supervising junior staff, maintaining hygiene, and adhering to food safety regulations. You will coordinate with cooks to deliver meals on time in a fast-paced cafe environment. This is a hands-on role with opportunities to develop menu ideas and improve service quality.

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation and cooking in a restaurant environment.
• Knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and kitchen sanitation practices.
• Ability to prepare a variety of dishes while maintaining quality and consistency.
• Experience supervising or guiding kitchen staff is an advantage.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Able to work independently as well as in a team.
• Reliable, responsible, and committed to high food quality standards.
• Willing to work shifts, weekends and public holidays when required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of dishes according to established recipes and restaurant standards.
• Ensure timely food preparation and serving 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 prep areas.
• Monitor inventory levels and assist with ordering kitchen supplies.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations, hygiene standards, and workplace safety requirements.
• Perform other kitchen-related duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Food preparation

Kitchen hygiene

Leadership

Time management

Teamwork

Independence

Job description

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.

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.