SCOPE

Reporting to the General Manager, the Executive Chef will manage all kitchen operations including Stewarding operations with an emphasis on maintaining hygienic standards and practices, staff training, and overseeing the preparation and presentation of a consistent food product which meets customer’s expectations.

OVERALL OBJECTIVES

• Manage all functions of the Food Production and Stewarding operations to achieve the optimum departmental profit.
• Develop and maintain menus and recipes for each restaurant, while determining product prices, ensuring accurate costing of all dishes and maintaining good gross margins.
• Maintain comprehensive product knowledge in regards to ingredients, equipment, suppliers, markets and current trends and ensure that appropriate adjustments to kitchen operations are made accordingly.
• Ensure that all rules & regulations are strictly established and adhered within the hotel including the hotel’s policy on fire and safety as well as hygiene regulations including HACCP.
• Ensure that all costs are in line with sales without compromising quality, i.e. minimum 85% LQA score.
• Create a conducive environment and ensure that innovation and new ideas are fostered, implemented and shared with other hotels via corporate office.
• Support and implement Human Resources & Talent Development initiatives.
• Assist in preparing/consolidating the yearly budget for the department.
• Manage the consolidated inventory of Food & Beverage department’s OS&E together with the stewarding department.
• Review and update all departmental operations manuals annually.
• Assist in sourcing the best available products, constantly aim to improve quality, communicate about the products both internally and externally.
• Collaborate on the preparation of a yearly marketing plan for the appointed outlets in cooperation with the Sales & Marketing Department including a competitor analysis.
• Ensure that all managers plan and implement effective training programmes in the appointed outlets.

QUALIFICATION

• Minimum 10 years culinary experience, with 5 years in a kitchen management role, preferably with an international 5-star hotel chain.
• Experienced in various dining concepts in luxury hotels including all day dining, signature restaurants and celebrity chef restaurants.
• Experience in Banquet (preferred)
• Fluent in spoken and written English
• Possesses great leadership and motivational skills

Daily production of cakes/bread/hot food

Maintain safety, health and hygiene standards

Ensure workstations are clean and tidy for food preparation

Clean and maintain equipment and tools

Checks production schedule to determine variety and quantity of goods to bake

Keeping records and relating to deliveries, inventory and production levels

Testing ingredients and finished goods to ensure that each item meets food safety and quality controls

Ensure stock rotation to minimize wastage

Perform any other ad hoc duties when assigned

Head Chef Job Responsibilities:

• Interviewing, hiring, and training cooks and other kitchen staff.
• Planning and supervising tasks carried out by the food preparation staff.
• Taking responsibility for the health and safety of the food team.
• Planning food menus and ensuring that the menu is fresh and well presented.
• Keeping abreast of culinary trends and incorporating these into the menu.
• Developing recipes and determining how best to present dishes.
• Ordering food and supplies, such as kitchen equipment, and keeping an updated inventory.
• Dealing with suppliers and checking that the correct equipment has been delivered at the quoted prices.
• Checking regularly that the equipment and work areas are kept spotless.
• Keeping abreast of and complying with the latest health and safety laws and regulations.

Head Chef Requirements:

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Training at a community college, technical school, culinary arts school, or 4-year college.
• At least 2 years’ experience working as a head cook.
• Knowledge of culinary trends.
• A proven ability to create unique and delicious dishes.
• The ability to multitask and cope in a high-pressure environment.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.

Overview of the Job

An experienced and creative Head Chef to lead the culinary team and oversee all aspects of
our kitchen operations. Be responsible for menu planning, P&L management, food
preparation, quality control, staff management, and ensuring an exceptional dining
experience for our guests. Have a passion for culinary excellence, a flair for creativity, and a
strong commitment to delivering outstanding food and service.

Overall Responsibilities of the Role:

Key Responsibilities:

1. Menu Planning and Development:

• Create and develop innovative and appealing menu offerings that cater to a
  diverse range of tastes and dietary preferences.
• Stay updated with food trends and incorporate new ingredients and cooking
  techniques into the menu

2. Food Preparation and Cooking:

• Oversee all food preparation activities, ensuring high-quality standards and
  consistency in taste and presentation.
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment, adhering to all food
  safety and sanitation guidelines.

3. Staff Management:

• Recruit, train, and mentor kitchen staff, including chefs, cooks, and kitchen
  assistants.
• Set clear performance expectations and provide ongoing feedback to maintain
  a high-performing team.

4. Quality Control:

• Conduct regular quality checks to ensure that dishes meet established
  standards for taste, presentation, and portion size.
• Address any issues or concerns promptly to maintain food quality.

5. Inventory and Cost Control:

• Manage inventory levels and control food costs by implementing efficient
  ordering and wastage reduction measures.
• Monitor kitchen expenses and work within budgetary constraints.

6. Collaboration and Communication:

• Coordinate with front-of-house staff to ensure smooth kitchen operations and
  timely food service.
• Communicate special dietary requirements or customer preferences
  effectively to the kitchen team.

7. Compliance and Safety:

• Ensure compliance with all relevant health and safety regulations and food
  handling standards.
• Conduct regular kitchen inspections and address safety concerns promptly.

Qualifications:

• 5 years of proven experience as a Head Chef or Executive Chef in a high-volume
  restaurant or culinary establishment.
• Financially savvy in cost management
• A culinary degree or equivalent certification is preferred.
• Strong leadership and management skills.
• Creativity and ability to develop innovative dishes.
• Excellent knowledge of cooking techniques and cuisines.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices.
• Exceptional communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and maintain a positive attitude.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

Job Description:

• Perform checks on diet texture and actively involved/ participate in daily belting & dishing Operationally ensuring all foods established portions sizes are adhere.
• Communicate and work closely with QA executive/ speech therapist, dietitian, ensuring special diets request are well translated and executed as per diet orders.
• Constantly look out for damage soiled utensils are NOT put into used practically for creaked or chipped casserole bowls.
• Handle patients diet chit diligently and convey messages to fellow’s chefs, follow up and respond as appropriate. Informed any discrepancy immediately to RO.
• He/she schedules working hours of all kitchen employees and ensure daily operation needs are achieved. Keeping the kitchen area clean & safe, organizing and conducting roll call, training for cooking method and best practices

Requirements:

• GCE N or O Level
• Minimum 10 years of experience
• Central Kitchen environment

Responsibilities:

• Operating and managing the pastry section of the kitchen and liaising with the executive and sous chefs to ensure a successful working environment.
• Preparing ingredients and handling baking and other kitchen equipment.
• Developing new recipes for seasonal menus.
• Monitoring the stock of baking ingredients.
• Ordering new supplies, ingredients, and equipment for the pastry section, when needed, and within budget.
• Ensuring their section of the kitchen adheres to safety and health regulations.
• Supervising and training staff members, when needed.

Requirements:

• 2 or more years’ experience working within the food industry as a Pastry Chef, Baker, or relevant role.
• Working knowledge of baking techniques and the pastry-making process.
• Keen attention to detail.
• In-depth knowledge of sanitation principles, food preparation, and nutrition.
• Capable of working in a fast-paced, production environment.
• Able to work on weekend and public holiday.

- To prepare ingredients to use in cooking (chopping, peeling vegetables, cutting meat etc)

- To check the quality of raw and cooked food products to ensure that standards are met

- To maintain the clean-up and highest level of sanitation in the kitchen

- To perform all duties assigned by the chefs

- To perform team work

- To prepare ingredients to use in cooking (chopping, peeling vegetables, cutting meat etc)

- To check the quality of raw and cooked food products to ensure that standards are met

- To maintain the clean-up and highest level of sanitation in the kitchen

- To perform all duties assigned by the chefs

- To perform team work

- To prepare ingredients to use in cooking (chopping, peeling vegetables, cutting meat etc)

- To check the quality of raw and cooked food products to ensure that standards are met

- To maintain the clean-up and highest level of sanitation in the kitchen

- To perform all duties assigned by the chefs

- To perform team work

- To prepare ingredients to use in cooking (chopping, peeling vegetables, cutting meat etc)

- To check the quality of raw and cooked food products to ensure that standards are met

- To maintain the clean-up and highest level of sanitation in the kitchen

- To perform all duties assigned by the chefs

- To perform team work

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

- To prepare ingredients to use in cooking (chopping, peeling vegetables, cutting meat etc)

- To check the quality of raw and cooked food products to ensure that standards are met

- To maintain the clean-up and highest level of sanitation in the kitchen

- To perform all duties assigned by the chefs

- To perform team work

- To prepare ingredients to use in cooking (chopping, peeling vegetables, cutting meat etc)

- To check the quality of raw and cooked food products to ensure that standards are met

- To maintain the clean-up and highest level of sanitation in the kitchen

- To perform all duties assigned by the chefs

- To perform team work

Job Summary:The Sous Chef is the second-in-command in the kitchen, assisting the Head Chef in managing kitchen operations, ensuring the preparation of high-quality dishes, and maintaining a smooth workflow. The Sous Chef will supervise kitchen staff, manage inventory, and uphold the highest standards of food safety and sanitation.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Kitchen Operations:Assist the Head Chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations to ensure efficiency and quality.
   Ensure that all dishes are prepared according to recipes and presentation standards.
   Supervise and coordinate activities of kitchen staff, including line cooks, prep cooks, and kitchen assistants.
   Manage kitchen workflow and ensure timely preparation and delivery of meals.
2. Menu Planning and Development:Collaborate with the Head Chef in developing and updating menus.
   Contribute ideas for new dishes and specials, considering customer preferences and seasonal ingredients.
   Participate in tastings and presentations of new dishes.
3. Inventory and Cost Control:Monitor inventory levels and order supplies to ensure adequate stock without overstocking.
   Conduct regular inventory checks and audits.
   Ensure cost-effective use of ingredients and minimize waste.
   Assist in managing food costs and staying within budget.
4. Quality Control:Maintain high standards of food quality, taste, and presentation.
   Conduct regular tastings to ensure consistency in flavor and quality.
   Address any issues with food quality promptly and effectively.
   Implement and enforce kitchen policies, procedures, and standards.
5. Staff Management and Training:Train, mentor, and supervise kitchen staff.
   Conduct performance evaluations and provide feedback to staff.
   Develop and implement training programs to enhance culinary skills and knowledge.
   Foster a positive and collaborative work environment.
6. Health and Safety Compliance:Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and hygiene regulations.
   Implement and follow food safety standards and procedures.
   Conduct regular inspections of kitchen and equipment to ensure cleanliness and functionality.
   Handle any food safety issues or incidents promptly and effectively.
7. Customer Satisfaction:Ensure that all dishes meet customer expectations in terms of quality, taste, and presentation.
   Handle customer feedback and complaints related to food quality and service.
   Assist in creating a positive dining experience for customers.
8. Collaboration and Communication:Work closely with the Head Chef and other kitchen staff to ensure smooth and efficient service.
   Communicate effectively with front-of-house staff to coordinate service and address any issues.
   Participate in team meetings and contribute to the overall success of the restaurant.

Qualifications:

• Culinary degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Proven experience as a Sous Chef or in a similar role.
• Strong culinary skills and creativity.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Working Conditions:

• The position may require working long hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to stand for long periods and handle physical tasks related to the job.
• Exposure to heat, steam, and kitchen equipment.

Compensation:

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Performance-based bonuses and incentives.
• Benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and other perks.

- To prepare ingredients to use in cooking (chopping, peeling vegetables, cutting meat etc)

- To check the quality of raw and cooked food products to ensure that standards are met

- To maintain the clean-up and highest level of sanitation in the kitchen

- To perform all duties assigned by the chefs

- To perform team work

Job Description:

• Ensure kitchen operates in compliance with food hygiene standards and standard operating procedures
• Delivers food services with high quality standards.
• Stocktaking and ordering supplies
• Assisting in other areas of the kitchen when required
• Assist in maintaining the entire kitchen operation
• Preparing hot and cold dishes and executing request based on required specifications
• Assisting in the planning and development of menus and recipes
• Supervising, training, and developing staff and ensuring consistency in work performance
• Ensure quality control and presentation of the food
• Maintain a planned food cost
• Assist in cleaning duties
• Assisting Sous Chef in duties

Job Requirements:

• Basic Food Hygiene Cert (WSQ)
• At least 3 years’ experience working in a similar role.
• Ability to innovate and create attractive food products
• Passion for delivering great food and service
• Knowledge of best practices for safety and sanitation
• Require to work on weekends and public holidays.

As a Culinary Chef, you will work closely with our Head Chef to create and execute delicious and innovative dishes. You will be responsible for assisting in menu planning, ordering ingredients, and overseeing kitchen operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong culinary background, excellent leadership skills, and a creative flair for food presentation.

If you are a team player with a strong work ethic and a passion for culinary excellence, we want to hear from you. Join us in creating memorable dining experiences for our guest and take your culinary career to the next level.

Executive Chef MUST be able to cook and prepare Hunan Cuisine for this Hunan Restaurant.

Six and a half day work.

Must prepare to train junior Chef and pass on recipes.

Able to work on weekend.

Exprience of at least 10 years in Hunan Cuisine.

Only shorlisted candidate will be call upon for interview.

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

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

Ensure that all the stocks are kept under optimum conditions

Ensure that all the dishes are being prepared to the correct recipe and quantity

Prepare ingredients that should be frequently available (vegetables, spices etc.)

Ensure that the production, preparation and presentation of food are of the highest quality at all times

Ensure highest levels of guest satisfaction, quality, operating and food costs on an ongoing basis.

Full awareness of all menu items, their recipes, methods of production and presentation standards.

Requirements

Proven experience in a Chef de Partie role

Excellent use of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and processes

Ability to multitask and work efficiently under pressure

Knowledge of best cooking practices

Culinary school diploma

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

- To prepare ingredients to use in cooking (chopping, peeling vegetables, cutting meat etc)

- To check the quality of raw and cooked food products to ensure that standards are met

- To maintain the clean-up and highest level of sanitation in the kitchen

- To perform all duties assigned by the chefs

- To perform team work

- To prepare ingredients to use in cooking (chopping, peeling vegetables, cutting meat etc)

- To check the quality of raw and cooked food products to ensure that standards are met

- To maintain the clean-up and highest level of sanitation in the kitchen

- To perform all duties assigned by the chefs

- To perform team work

Job Summary: Manages the back of house operation, including menu planning, cost control, administration, communication (all levels), manpower planning, hygiene, and safety management.

Key Responsibilities:

· Responsible for the overall daily food production and back of house operations.

· Maintain and enhance manpower management by daily effective communication.

· Ensure that quality and wholesome food is served in the facility.

· Plan and execute monthly rotating menus and special food promotion with the Unit Manager.

· Manage daily customer feedback concerning services provided through effective communication and effective customer service management.

· Liaise and produce for banquet events of the day/ week with F&B Coordinator/Supervisor.

· Ensure that all areas of services provided are maintained at the required in-house and corporate standards.

· Assist in coordinating activities from the head office during official visits from other related departments i.e. Purchasing, HR, Finance, Business Development and SEQ Department.

· Submit weekly and monthly financial/ administration reports to the Unit Manager.

· Submit all HR related documentation to Unit Manager concerning employment, termination, leave application, timecards, manpower costs etc. from back of house operations.

· Attend weekly service meetings to improve and enhance service level.

· Evaluate and administer manpower plans, employee training & development.

· Ensure the safe operation of all cleaning equipment and report to the management of any faulty equipment.

· Maintain and improve hygiene and safety standards of both front of house and back of house operations.

· Perform all other duties common assigned to by both the client and management of Sodexo Singapore.