Visionary Executive Chef - Multi-Unit Operations

TEA BENCH PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

TEA BENCH PTE. LTD. seeks an Executive Chef to lead culinary operations across multiple locations in Singapore. You will shape brand standards, drive menu concepts, and ensure top-tier quality while managing costs and kitchen performance.

You will recruit and mentor senior kitchen leaders, implement HACCP and SOPs, and partner with management on growth strategies and new outlets. Strong leadership and strategic vision are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Executive Chef or Senior Culinary Leader in multi-outlet or high-volume operations.
• Strong expertise in kitchen management, menu engineering, and financial control.
• Experience in [specific cuisine, e.g., Asian, Western, Fusion, Fine Dining].

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the overall culinary vision and standards across all outlets.
• Develop signature menus, concepts, and culinary identities aligned with brand positioning.
• Ensure consistency in taste, presentation, and quality across all locations.
• Lead menu innovation using global trends and insights.
• Oversee kitchen operations across multiple outlets.
• Enforce SOPs for kitchen efficiency, food safety, and service standards.
• Monitor food cost, wastage, and productivity.
• Conduct site visits, audits, and operational reviews.
• Own kitchen P&L, optimize costs, supplier negotiations, and inventory.
• Implement cost-control strategies without compromising quality.
• Analyze sales data to maximize profitability.
• Recruit, train, develop Head Chefs and leadership teams.
• Build leadership pipeline and set performance standards.
• Foster discipline, creativity, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure HACCP and hygiene standards; conduct audits and corrective actions.
• Collaborate on expansion plans and new outlets; lead menu strategy for concepts/events.
• Analyze market trends and customer preferences; drive innovation and brand growth.

Skills

Executive Chef leadership

Multi-unit operations

Menu engineering

Financial control

Leadership & communication

Budgets & profitability

Education

Culinary Arts Diploma

WSQ certifications

Job description

TEA BENCH PTE. LTD. seeks an Executive Chef to lead culinary operations across multiple locations in Singapore. You will shape brand standards, drive menu concepts, and ensure top-tier quality while managing costs and kitchen performance.

You will recruit and mentor senior kitchen leaders, implement HACCP and SOPs, and partner with management on growth strategies and new outlets. Strong leadership and strategic vision are essential.