What we are looking for:
To champion the vision, mission, values, and the restaurant’s goals. A role model for great leadership and is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations in the kitchen.
Responsibilities:
- Ability to design menus while assisting in developing menus based on well-sourced produce, seasonal changes when necessary, and events.
- Assist in managing the kitchen teams and production activities in a timely and orderly manner.
- Establish an efficient roster to organise the work in the kitchen so that production results are up to standard; minimizing customer complaints and delivering consistent food results.
- Co-operate with the front-of-house staff to ensure high teamwork and team spirit.
- Guide all junior kitchen employees with tasks including line cooking, food preparation, and plating.
- Provide training to all new kitchen employees to meet food quality standards.
- Assist in ensuring the kitchen is maintained to regulatory standards.
- Maintain strict order and discipline in the kitchen during working hours.
- Maintain a positive and professional approach with all colleagues and customers.
- Assist to create tasting menus when necessary.
- Collaborate with the marketing team to increase sales and profitability through events, and promotions when necessary.
- Any other duties as delegated.
Requirements:
- A minimum of 3 years of relevant working experience.
- Strong knowledge of cooking methods, kitchen equipment, and best practices.
- Good understanding of MS Office and restaurant software programs.
- Familiarity with industry best practices and standards.
- Someone with creativity in designing menus.
- Diligent and quick in handling any emergencies and providing solutions.
- A great team player with great leadership abilities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Work place at Raffles Place
