Senior Western Cuisine R&D Chef — Lab-to-Factory Innovator

Han's (S) Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Transport allowance

Job summary

Han's (S) Pte Ltd in Singapore is seeking a senior R&D Chef (Western Cuisine) who won't just follow a brand brief but will help create it. You will conceptualise, develop, and commercialise Western dishes that are delicious, scalable, and commercially viable, from lab trials to 200kg production at Senoko Central Kitchen, then work with Marketing to tell the story.

The role requires 10+ years in production kitchens or hotels, plus 3+ years as an R&D Chef with Food Scientists, a proven record in

Qualifications

• Recognised culinary qualification (Degree/Diploma) or equivalent.
• 10+ years in production kitchens or hotels.
• 3+ years as an R&D Chef working with Food Scientists/Technologists.
• Proven track record in product innovation and commercialisation.
• Deep knowledge of HACCP and food safety regulations.
• Versatile in all cuisines (Western primary; Chinese a plus).
• Creative, detail-oriented, and thrives under pressure.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Define our brand's Western culinary vision – propose signature styles, taste profiles, and ingredient philosophies
• Develop new Western menu items (pastas, grills, sauces, soups, burgers, seasonal specials)
• Scale recipes for batch production (20–200kg) using central kitchen equipment
• Lead sensory panels and consumer taste tests
• Troubleshoot production issues and lead technology transfer from lab to factory scale
• Partner with Marketing to design go-to-market strategies and product narratives
• Train central kitchen staff and mentor junior R&D team members
• Ensure ISO 22000/HACCP/SFA/NEA compliance across all recipes

Skills

R&D culinary development

Food safety knowledge (HACCP)

Branding & product ideation

Education

Degree/Diploma in Culinary Arts

Tools

Central kitchen equipment

Job description

Han's (S) Pte Ltd in Singapore is seeking a senior R&D Chef (Western Cuisine) who won't just follow a brand brief but will help create it. You will conceptualise, develop, and commercialise Western dishes that are delicious, scalable, and commercially viable, from lab trials to 200kg production at Senoko Central Kitchen, then work with Marketing to tell the story.

The role requires 10+ years in production kitchens or hotels, plus 3+ years as an R&D Chef with Food Scientists, a proven record in