Sous Chef

Jayleen Lifestyle Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A culinary establishment in Singapore is looking for a kitchen assistant to support the Head Chef in managing kitchen operations, including menu planning and culinary innovation. The ideal candidate should have experience in various cuisines including Indian and Mediterranean, and skills in cost control and inventory management. This role offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic culinary environment.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to manage diverse menus including Indian and Western cuisines.
• Experience in managing kitchen budgets and food costs.
• Strong focus on food quality and hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in managing all kitchen tasks.
• Support culinary operations for events and catering.
• Drive the restaurant's culinary direction.

Skills

Experience in various cuisines

Inventory management

Cost control

Culinary innovation

Job description

Duty Responsibilities

• Assist Head Chef : You will assist the Head chef in all task in managing a Kitchen including menu planning, food preparation, and junior staff management.
• Cuisine Experience : Indian, South East Asian, Continental, Mediterranean and Italian cuisines with a proven ability to manage diverse menus including Indian curries, Japanese and South-East Asian, American Grills & Steak, Italian Pastas and Tapas.
• Cost Control & Inventory Management: Assist the Head Chef in Managing kitchen budgets, controlling food costs, and maintaining inventory to ensure operational efficiency and profitability.
• Culinary Innovation & Quality Assurance: Assist the Head Chef in Driving the restaurant's culinary direction, ensuring the highest standards of food quality, hygiene, and consistency across Western, Mediterranean, and Indian cuisines.
• Cross-Group Deployment: Assist the Head Chef in Leading and supporting culinary operations for events and catering across the Jayleen Group's other properties, including its boutique hotels.