Job Highlights:

• 5 mins away from MRT
• 5 days work week

Responsibilities:

• Assist Head Chef
• Supervise the kitchen team to run the kitchen at a high quality whilst maintaining acceptable food cost
• Track, record, and maintain inventory stock including foods and kitchen supplies
• Establish controls to minimise food waste
• Ensure high standards of sanitation, cleanliness and safety are maintained throughout all kitchen areas at all times
• Provide training to all the kitchen staff to improve their knowledge regarding all aspects of the kitchen

Requirements:

• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in managing kitchen in a hotel/western restaurant
• Diploma in Food Preparation and Culinary Arts
• Familiar with Food & Beverage trends, meticulous with a flair for menu creation
• Pastry experience is preferred
• Strong leadership skills and a team player with good interpersonal skills
• Possess a valid food hygiene cert
• Possess a Statement of Attainment / Certificate of FSMS
• Able to multitask and work efficiently under pressure

1. In charge of daily operation, from kitchen prep and cooking.

2. Plan Schedule for kitchen team.

3. In charge monthly inventory and stock take.

4. In charge of wastage control.

5. Incharge of daily ordering.

6. Follow up with feedback and complaint.

7. In charge of kitchen hygiene and cleaning schedule.

• Responsible for the preparation of food to be served, complying with all applicable sanitation, health and personal hygiene standards and following established food production and preparation procedures.
• Cook and serve food on Teppanyaki (grill) table while entertaining guests with cooking skills.
• Prepare food for service (e.g. cutting vegetables, meats, preparing sauces, etc.), according to the established specification requirements and procedures, menu recipes and presentation instructions at all times.
• Ensure the availability of supplies and food or approved substitutions in adequate time for
• preparation.
• Set up and stock stations with all necessary supplies to prepare for service.
• Ensure that food comes out simultaneously, in high quality and in a timely fashion in compliance with established standards.
• Plans food production to coordinate with meal serving hours so that the standard of excellence, quality, temperature and appearance of food are maintained at all times.
• Cook menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen team.
• Stores all food properly and safely, marking the dates and items.
• Maintain a prepared, clean and sanitary work area at all times; clean and maintain equipment used in food preparation. Maintain stock inventory appropriately and ensure that all storage areas are tidy and all products are stored appropriately.
• Comply with hygiene and sanitation regulations and safety standards at all times.
• To ensure proper handling of all kitchen equipment at all times.
• Answer, report and follow the instructions of the Head Chef and/or Chef in-charge at all times.
• Maintain a positive and professional approach with co-workers and customers.
• To report any necessary equipment repair and maintenance, workplace incidence or failure to meet performance standards by any of the kitchen staff to higher authority.

Job Description:

• Prepares and serves menu items in compliance with menu recipes and standards.
• Prepares workstations and collects all necessary supplies to prepare menu for service
• Prepares mise-en-place for daily menus including basic sauces and supplementary garnishes.
• Tracks and date stamp food items.
• Ensures that food storage at the station is tidy and well maintained.
• Inform Chef in charge of replenishments and new orders.
• Follow instructions on ingredient handlings to minimize food waste.
• Proper use of kitchen equipment and utensils.
• Opens and closes the workstation correctly with checklists.
• Ensures high standards of sanitation, cleanliness, and safety are always maintained throughout all kitchen areas.
• To take responsibility for contributing toward own development and attend training sessions or courses when required.
• Always support safe work habits and a safe working environment.

Requirements:

• Basic Asian & Western cooking skills
• Able to work independently or as a team in a fast-paced environment with minimum supervision
• Good customer service and interpersonal skills
• Willing to work rotating shifts, weekends, and Public Holidays
• Able to perform rotating shifts, including weekends and public holidays

Job Description:

• Prepares and serves menu items in compliance with menu recipes and standards.
• Prepares workstations and collects all necessary supplies to prepare menu for service
• Prepares mise-en-place for daily menus including basic sauces and supplementary garnishes.
• Tracks and date stamp food items.
• Ensures that food storage at the station is tidy and well maintained.
• Inform Chef in charge of replenishments and new orders.
• Follow instructions on ingredient handlings to minimize food waste.
• Proper use of kitchen equipment and utensils.
• Opens and closes the workstation correctly with checklists.
• Ensures high standards of sanitation, cleanliness, and safety are always maintained throughout all kitchen areas.
• To take responsibility for contributing toward own development and attend training sessions or courses when required.
• Always support safe work habits and a safe working environment.

Requirements:

• Basic Asian & Western cooking skills
• Able to work independently or as a team in a fast-paced environment with minimum supervision
• Good customer service and interpersonal skills
• Willing to work rotating shifts, weekends, and Public Holidays
• Able to perform rotating shifts, including weekends and public holidays

About Company:
Our client is a newly opened restaurant located in a 4-star hotel at Central of Singapore. With head chef from Tokyo, Japan, they are offering wonderful Japanese and French fusion cuisine.

Job Description:
- Menu planning: Create menus that are appealing and meet culinary standards
- Food preparation: Oversee the preparation process and ensure dishes are presented in a standardized way
- Staff management: Hire, train, and supervise cooks and other kitchen staff
- Inventory control: Order food and supplies, and monitor inventory levels
- Quality assurance: Taste dishes before they go out to customers, and approve dishes for service
- Sanitation: Monitor sanitation practices and ensure compliance with safety and hygiene standards
- Budget management: Manage the kitchen's budget and estimate staff workload and compensation
- Equipment maintenance: Inspect equipment for cleanliness and functionality, and arrange for repairs when needed

Job Requirements:
- Possess at least 5 years of Japanese or French cuisine cooking experience
- Possess working experience in High-end Japanese Izakaya is welcomed too
- Able to work on weekends and Public Holidays
- Good team player and self-motivated

Compensation:
- Working Location: 3 mins walking distance from MRT Chinatown
- Working hours: 8am - 9pm
- Working days: 5 days/week
- Meal allowance provided
- Annual Leave, Medical Leave, Opportunities for career advancement
- The opportunity to work in a prestigious 4-star hotel setting
- Starting with 11 days of AL

Established chicken rice stall at Toa PAyoh Central

Hiring Assistant Chef

-Able to lead a term and supervise daily operation -Must be able to accept split shifts arrangement -Off on weekday only -Must be able to follow stall style of preparation -Process own transport as needed to report to work at 5.30am

Position Purpose:

• Prepare Authentic Japanese Cuisine

• Lead the kitchen operation team to prepare and deliver quality menu in accordance to concept offering.

• Oversee the implementation of processes and guidelines in Kitchen Operations

• Train & develop kitchen staff in the preparation of all meals to the highest quality standards.

• Position kitchen staff according to operation needs to maximize kitchen efficiencies.

• Manage quality and level of kitchen inventory as well as products delivered from suppliers.

• Understand food cost models and how these impact the profitability of the restaurants.

Responsibilities:

• Menu Execution and Delivery

• Understand food cost models and how these impact profitability of restaurants

• Supervise stations to deliver orders in accordance to defined cooking processes, recipe and health & safety standard

• Conduct final check on finished product to ensure that food quality and presentation are in accordance to specifications of the menu

• Kitchen Processes and Concept Development

• Manage kitchen inventory levels and quality by placing orders for all food and kitchen supplies based on projected store demand endorsed by chef; and upon delivery, check to ensure quality of delivered supplies

• To support the projection and ordering of food and kitchen supplies by providing inventory report detailing usage & stock level, wastage and product shelf life while considering sales pattern and kitchen storage capacity

• Oversee the setting up and cleaning of stations by staff

• Oversee workflow for stations to ensure that processes adhered to specifications and guide line and to provide recommendations to improve efficiency

• Quality Assurance & Control

• Investigate causes and reasons for customer complaints pertaining to food quality

• Oversee operations to ensure compliance with all safety procedures and guidelines

• Oversee preparation of all food in accordance to SOPs to ensure and maintain consistent food quality

• Oversee overall kitchen cleanliness and sanitary conditions and to ensure all kitchen equipment are in good working condition

• Take corrective actions to resolve unsafe and/or non-compliant conditions and behaviors regarding personal and food safety

• People Management

• Lead team by providing guidance, support and motivation

• Conduct induction for new hires to provide them with the necessary skills and information to carry out roles and functions

• Train and develop kitchen and kaiten staffs in the preparation of all meals to the highest quality standards while adhering to SOPs and workplace safety practices

• Carry out team management activities, including and not limited to appraisals, handling disciplinary issues and holding communication sessions in conjunction with immediate supervisor

• Carry out team management conversation with team members, including and not limited to doing appraisals and personal improvement plans in conjunction with immediate supervisor

Requirement:

• Must be able to speak fluent Japanese

• Preparation

- Oversee central kitchen bakery team

- Producation planning and employee scheduling.

- Advance preparation, weighing is done accurately, check extensibility and following the daily mixing schedule

• Dividing - Understanding the characteristics of each dough and able to perform troubleshooting

• Shaping - Understanding the amount of portion filling, roll up without damaging the dough, shape properly and according to the procedure

• Baking - Understanding and following the baking procedure and process

• Filing - Can weight correctly and understand the expiration date of each filling

• Sanitation – Understand and follow the correct cleaning procedures

• Other duties – Any ad-hoc duties as required by the manager such as housekeeping

Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years experience of bakery culinary

• Rotating shift (44 hrs 6 days - Day and night shift)

• Set up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment
• Cook food in various utensils or grillers
• Check food while cooking to stir or turn
• Ensure great presentation by dressing dishes before they are served
• Keep a sanitized and orderly environment in the kitchen
• Ensure all food and other items are stored properly
• Check quality of ingredients
• Monitor stock and place orders when there are shortages

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Wecruit Pte Ltd

EA License No: 20C0270

The Chef responsibilities include studying recipes, setting up menus and preparing high-quality dishes, delegate tasks to kitchen staffs to ensure meals are prepared in a timely manner.

Responsibilities / Duties:

· Set up the kitchen with cooking utensils and equipment, like knives, pans and kitchen scales

· Study each recipe and gather all necessary ingredients

· Cook food in a timely manner

· Ensure appealing plate presentation

· Supervise cooks and assist as needed

· Enforce good practice of hygiene and food safety standard

· Prepare the food according to the standard procedure

· Ensure the quality of food

· Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors

Requirements:

· Team player

· Leadership skills

· Ability to remain calm and undertake various tasks

· Excellent time management abilities

· Familiarity with sanitation regulations

· Hardworking

· Good customer service

Job Overview

We are seeking a visionary and experienced Head Chef to lead our culinary team and deliver extraordinary dining experiences. The ideal candidate will bring creativity, exceptional leadership, and a commitment to excellence. This role involves overseeing all kitchen operations, menu innovation, staff management, and ensuring the highest standards of food quality, safety, and hygiene.

Key Responsibilities

• Menu Development and Innovation:
• Develop creative and diverse menus aligned with the company’s vision and customer preferences.
• Incorporate seasonal ingredients and emerging culinary trends to enhance menu offerings.
• Conduct regular menu reviews to ensure profitability and customer satisfaction.

Operational Excellence:

• Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring smooth workflow and timely service.
• Monitor inventory levels, control food costs, and reduce wastage through effective resource management.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety and hygiene regulations (HACCP standards).

Team Leadership:

• Recruit, train, and mentor a high-performing kitchen team.
• Create staff schedules and assign responsibilities to optimize kitchen efficiency.
• Foster a positive work environment that encourages teamwork and creativity.

Quality Control and Customer Satisfaction:

• Ensure all dishes are prepared to the highest quality standards of taste, presentation, and consistency.
• Collaborate with front-of-house staff to address customer feedback and improve service.
• Conduct regular audits to uphold kitchen cleanliness and operational efficiency.

Strategic Planning:

• Collaborate with management to plan and execute seasonal promotions, special events, and catering services.
• Analyze customer preferences and market trends to adapt and grow the menu offering.
• Drive the kitchen’s long-term development and innovation.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or Executive Chef in a high-volume kitchen.
• Strong knowledge of kitchen management, food costing, and menu planning.
• Expertise in [specific cuisine, if applicable, e.g., Asian, Western, Fusion].
• Culinary certifications (e.g., WSQ, HACCP, Culinary Arts Diploma) are highly preferred.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Creativity and passion for delivering exceptional culinary experiences.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Familiarity with kitchen technology and software (e.g., inventory management systems).

Why Join Us:

• Opportunity to work with a passionate and innovative team.
• Professional growth in a dynamic and expanding organization.
• Attractive benefits, including healthcare coverage, performance bonuses, and staff meals.
• Be a part of a workplace that values creativity, excellence, and teamwork.

Additional Information:

• Working Hours: Flexibility required, including weekends and public holidays.
• Work Environment: Fast-paced kitchen setting with opportunities to lead high-profile events.
• This version ensures the job description is both comprehensive and professional, appealing to experienced chefs looking for a leadership role. Would you like to add anything else specific to your company?

Chef Responsibilities:

• Ensuring that all food is of excellent quality and served in a timely manner.
• Planning the menu, keeping in mind budget, and availability of seasonal ingredients.
• Overseeing all kitchen operations.
• Coordinating kitchen staff, and assisting them as required.
• Training staff to prepare and cook all the menu items.
• Taking stock of ingredients and equipment, and placing orders to replenish stock.
• Enforcing safety and sanitation standards in the kitchen.
• Creating new recipes to keep the menu fresh.
• Keeping up to date with industry trends.
• Receiving feedback and making improvements where necessary.

Chef Requirements:

• Culinary school degree/diploma.
• Past experience as a working chef.
• Advanced knowledge of the culinary arts.
• Perfectionism in sanitation and quality control.
• Portfolio of creative, unique dishes.
• Expert multitasking ability.
• Great leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to run stocktaking and place orders for resupply.
• Exemplary work ethic in a high-pressure environment.
• Passion and pride for delighting people with food.

• Ensure that the production, preparation and presentation of food are of the highest quality
• Knowledgeable in terms of standard procedures and policies
• Operate and maintAain equipment and reporting of malfunctioning
• Controlling of Operation & Food cost whenever necessary
• Upkeeping of cleanliness and hygiene standard
• Daily feedback collection and report of issues
• Any ad-hoc duties as assigned
• Strong passion for Culinary
• Willingness to work on a rotating roster
• Strive for excellence in quality and presentation
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment

Certification in Culinary would be beneficial

1. Kitchen Operations:

• Monitor food preparation for brand-specific offerings, ensuring culinary techniques, plating standards and quality controls are followed consistently.
• Implement workflow optimization strategies for brand kitchens, analyzing processes, identifying efficiencies and implementing changes to enhance kitchen operations.
• Conducting routine checks, coordinate equipment repair or maintenance for brand kitchens and ensure all kitchen equipment is in optimal working condition. Report to Deputy Executive Chef for any repairs required.

2. People Management & Development:

• Participate in recruitment processes, assist in defining job roles, conduct interviews, and provide input on hiring decisions to fill operational positions.
• Coordinate training programs with HR, provide guidance, and support employee development initiatives to improve skills, performance, and career advancement prospects.
• Assist in performance management processes, conduct evaluations, provide feedback, and support performance improvement efforts for operational staff across district.
• Drive employee engagement across specific brand, recognize accomplishments, organize engagement activities, and foster a positive work environment.
• Identify and develop leadership talent across specific brand, provide leadership development programs, mentorship, and career advancement opportunities to build a strong leadership pipeline.
• Address and resolve employee conflicts or disputes across specific brand, conduct investigations, mediate discussions, and implement conflict resolution strategies to maintain a productive and cohesive workforce.

3. Quality Assurance:

• Monitor compliance with quality standards, safety protocols, and regulatory requirements across specific brand, conducting bi-monthly inspections, and reviews.
• Monitor quality control protocols across specific brand, including product inspections and corrective actions to maintain consistent quality standards.
• Monitor food safety practices across specific brand, including training staff on food handling procedures, conducting food safety audits and maintaining health department compliance.
• Monitor hygiene standards across specific brand, ensuring cleanliness, sanitation, and hygiene protocols are followed, and addressing any non-compliance issues.
• Monitor pest control measures across specific brand, coordinate pest inspections, and take corrective actions to prevent and address pest issues in kitchen areas.
• Monitor quality improvement initiatives across specific brand, implement corrective actions and drive continuous improvement in quality standards and customer satisfaction.

4. Workplace Safety & Security:

• Conduct safety audits, inspections and risk assessments to identify hazards, mitigate risks, and comply with occupational health and safety regulations.
• Investigate incidents, accidents and implement corrective actions and preventive measures to prevent recurrence.
• Monitor safety training initiatives across specific brand, including regular training sessions, safety drills, and certification programs for staff members.
• Monitor and address workplace hazards across specific brand.
• Implement safety measures and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Conduct risk assessment training across specific brand.
• Conduct emergency response plans across specific brand, drills and simulations, and ensure staff readiness to handle emergencies such as fires, medical incidents, and evacuations.
• Conduct bi-monthly safety inspections across specific brand, identify safety hazards, and implement corrective measures to address deficiencies and prevent accidents.

5. Menu Management:

• Assist Deputy Executive Chef on menu development, including concept creation, recipe testing and menu item selection.
• Assist Deputy Executive Chef on seasonal menu changes, promotions to attract customers and increase sales.
• Train staff on menu items, including menu tastings and product knowledge sessions.

6. Inventory & Cost Management:

• Monitor inventory control procedures within the brand, including inventory tracking, stock transfers, ordering processes, excess inventory and inventory accuracy checks.
• Monitor waste reduction initiatives for brand-level operations, including waste tracking systems, portion control measures, and training programs to reduce waste and improve profitability.
• Track budget performance, analyze spending patterns and make budget adjustments to optimize resource allocation and financial performance.

7. Others:

• Perform any other additional responsibilities as assigned by Deputy Executive Chef.

Job Description：

1, In charge of the daily work and ordering for the assigned section.

2, Need to get up early to prepare soup etc.

3, Carry out given recipes and instructions with precision speedy.

4, Ensure strict health and hygiene practices.

5, Cleaning, organize and taking care of kitchen equipment as per

instruction manuals.

6, Monitoring food portion and waste to maintain profit margin.

7, Following safety and precautions in all daily activities (carrying heavy

load, sharp objects, hot objects etc.)

8, Preferably Junior Executive specialized in Food/Beverage/Restaurant

Service or equivalent.

9,Must be able to work night shift and split shift

10,Must be able to work extra hours or weekend if needed

Job Description:

• Set up the kitchen with cooking utensils and equipment, like knives, pans and kitchen scales,
• Study each recipe and gather all necessary ingredients,
• Cook food in a timely manner,
• Delegate tasks to kitchen staff,
• Inform wait staff about daily specials,
• Ensure appealing plate presentation,
• Supervise Cooks and assist as needed,
• Slightly modify recipes to meet customers’ needs and requests (e.g. reduce salt, remove dairy),
• Monitor food stock and place orders,
• Check freshness of food and discard out-of-date items,
• Experiment with recipes and suggest new ingredients,
• Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations within the kitchen area,
• Assist in adhoc duties as and when required.

Requirements:

• Proven work experience as a Head Chef/ Executive Chef,
• Hands-on experience with various kitchen equipment,
• Advanced knowledge of culinary, baking and pastry techniques,
• Leadership skills,
• Ability to remain calm and undertake various tasks,
• Excellent time management abilities,
• Up-to-date knowledge of cooking techniques and recipes,
• Familiarity with sanitation regulations,
• Must be hands on for operations,
• Culinary school diploma preferred.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Set up the kitchen with cooking utensils and equipment, like knives, pans and kitchen scales
• Study each recipe and gather all the necessary ingredients
• Cook food in a timely manner
• Delegate tasks to kitchen staff
• Inform wait staff about daily specials
• Ensure appealing plate presentation
• Supervise cooks and assist as needed
• Slightly modify recipes to meet customers' needs and requests (e.g. reduce salt, remove dairy)
• Monitor food stock and place orders
• Check freshness of food and discard out-of-date items
• Experiment with recipes and suggest new ingredients
• Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations within the kitchen area

Requirements:

• Proven work experience as a Chef or Cook
• Hands-on experience with various kitchen equipment.
• Leadership skills
• Ability to remain calm and undertake various tasks
• Excellent time management abilities
• Up-to-date knowledge of cooking techniques and recipes
• Familiarity with sanitation regulations

Job Description:

• Set up the kitchen with cooking utensils and equipment, like knives, pans and kitchen scales,
• Study each recipe and gather all necessary ingredients,
• Cook food in a timely manner,
• Delegate tasks to kitchen staff,
• Inform wait staff about daily specials,
• Ensure appealing plate presentation,
• Supervise Cooks and assist as needed,
• Slightly modify recipes to meet customers’ needs and requests (e.g. reduce salt, remove dairy),
• Monitor food stock and place orders,
• Check freshness of food and discard out-of-date items,
• Experiment with recipes and suggest new ingredients,
• Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations within the kitchen area,
• Assist in adhoc duties as and when required.

Requirements:

• Proven work experience as a Head Chef/ Executive Chef,
• Hands-on experience with various kitchen equipment,
• Advanced knowledge of culinary, baking and pastry techniques,
• Leadership skills,
• Ability to remain calm and undertake various tasks,
• Excellent time management abilities,
• Up-to-date knowledge of cooking techniques and recipes,
• Familiarity with sanitation regulations,
• Must be hands on for operations,
• Culinary school diploma preferred.

Job Description:

• Set up the kitchen with cooking utensils and equipment, like knives, pans and kitchen scales,
• Study each recipe and gather all necessary ingredients,
• Cook food in a timely manner,
• Delegate tasks to kitchen staff,
• Inform wait staff about daily specials,
• Ensure appealing plate presentation,
• Supervise Cooks and assist as needed,
• Slightly modify recipes to meet customers’ needs and requests (e.g. reduce salt, remove dairy),
• Monitor food stock and place orders,
• Check freshness of food and discard out-of-date items,
• Experiment with recipes and suggest new ingredients,
• Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations within the kitchen area,
• Assist in adhoc duties as and when required.

Requirements:

• Proven work experience as a Head Chef/ Executive Chef,
• Hands-on experience with various kitchen equipment,
• Advanced knowledge of culinary, baking and pastry techniques,
• Leadership skills,
• Ability to remain calm and undertake various tasks,
• Excellent time management abilities,
• Up-to-date knowledge of cooking techniques and recipes,
• Familiarity with sanitation regulations,
• Must be hands on for operations,
• Culinary school diploma preferred.

Description
Job Responsibility
- Manage and oversee daily kitchen operations.
- Responsible for food and menu planning, food costing and quality control.
- Upkeep of the kitchen cleaniness and hygiene standard.
- To perform ad-hoc duties as assigned by Superior.

Working locations at Newest / Flora Vista / The Promenade / Bukit Timah/ Springleaf/Pasir Panjang

Please indicate your expected salary in your resume.

Job Responsibilities

• Ensure food preparation procedures are strictly adhere to Company’s standards and National food safety regulations
• Assist in planning and create menus, recipes and daily specials
• Responsible for quality of food/ ingredients and inventory level, ensuring sufficient stock at all times.
• Ensure workstation, including food presentation, quality, food hygiene, kitchen cleanliness and safety at all times
• Other duties as and when assigned

Job Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in local/ western/ Indian/ Malaysia cuisine
• Possess with supervisory experience will be preferred
• Ability to work cohesively as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
• Customer-oriented mindset
• Hands on chef experience in high volume is highly preferred

Responsibilities

• Provides guidance for all aspects of the kitchen’s day-to-day operations that precludes the management of food hygiene and safety, enforcing performance and quality standards, and monitoring to ensure attainment of these goals
• Controls and directs the food preparation process efficiently and professionally
• Creates meals using new or current culinary inventions or as the business prescribes
• Approves and polishes dishes before they are delivered and served to customers
• Produces quality menu that could change seasonally as the business requires
• Manage, train and educate kitchen workers to be par with the highest possible culinary standards
• Manages kitchen stocks and ensures minimal wastage
• Forecasts and assesses personnel requirements ensuring no shortage or excess of kitchen staff while keeping labor costs in control
• Procures, stores, and handles all food products and materials within the agreed-upon budget and maximizes gross profit to include the effective staff management and payroll expenses
• Ensures that base food preparations and mise en place are well organized for service, allowing smooth kitchen operations
• Maintains payroll, punctuality and attendance records
• Follows and strictly implements all food and sanitary rules as well as safety guidelines
• Keeps updated in the latest trends in culinary trends and kitchen processes and technologies
• Ascertains that the personnel follow the regulations on hygiene, stock rotation, dates, storages, refrigerator temperature control, pest control, reporting of malfunctioning equipment, reporting of notifiable illnesses, and reporting of absenteeism, whether due to illness or otherwise
• If and when necessary, keeps recipe files in excellent condition and up-to-date

Qualifications & Requirements

• Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Culinary Arts or Science, Business, or relevant fields
• At least 5 years of experience as a chef
• Completed the WSQ Basic Food Hygiene Course – Food Safety Course Levels 1 and 2
• Proven ability of kitchen management
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Tenacious in picking up concepts and possesses strong logical and analytical problem-solving skills
• Good understanding of computer software such as POS, restaurant management system, and Microsoft Office

Responsibilities

• Assists the Head Chef in carrying out all aspects of the kitchen’s day-to-day operations that precludes the management of food hygiene and safety, enforcing performance and quality standards, and monitoring to ensure attainment of these goals
• Helps control and direct the food preparation process efficiently and professionally
• Ensures that the kitchen runs on schedule and that food and related services are of a high grade
• Supports the Head Chef in planning and coordinating tasks while keeping labor expenses in mind
• Helps create meals using new or current culinary inventions or as the business prescribes
• Approves and polishes dishes before they are delivered and served to customers
• Produces quality menu that could change seasonally as the business requires
• Places equipment, tools or ingredient orders in response to possible detected shortfalls
• When directed by the Head Chef, hires, manages, trains and educates kitchen workers to be par with the highest possible culinary standards
• Follows and strictly implements all food and sanitary rules as well as safety guidelines
• Assists in the preparation of duty rotas for kitchen staff to provide appropriate coverage at all times while accounting for the seasonality of the business and keeping overtime to the minimum
• If and when directed by the Head Chef, keeps recipe files in excellent condition and up-to-date

Qualifications & Requirements

• Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Culinary Arts or Science, Business, or relevant fields
• Three (3) years of experience as a sous chef
• Completed the WSQ Basic Food Hygiene Course – Food Safety Course Levels 1 and 2
• Updated in control of substances hazardous to health (COSHH) regulations or hazard analysis critical control point (HACCP) methods
• Completed the WSQ Basic Food Hygiene Course – Food Safety Course Levels 1 and 2
• Quick in picking up concepts and possesses good logical and analytical problem-solving skills
• Able to grasp business requirements and processes
• Good understanding of computer software such as POS, restaurant management system, and Microsoft Office
• Service oriented, meticulous, attention to detail