Total 855 Manager cake pastry chef job vacancies in Singapore

Dian Xiao Er Group Pte. Ltd.

Roast Head Chef

Job Description

· Oversee entire kitchen / Roast operations

· Control and direct the food preparation process and ensure quality of all food served meets company’s standards

· Conduct weekly roll call to communicate and reinforce company’s policy

· Analyse customers’ feedback to improve food quality

· Oversee and ensure compliance hygiene, sanitation and safety standards

· Train new employees and provide ongoing training for all staff

· Create new seasonal dishes and menus

· Monitoring and controlling stock levels

· Maintain food cost margins within acceptable range

· Efficient manpower planning and rostering

Requirements:

· At least 5 years of culinary experience in a Chinese restaurant setting with 3 years of supervisory experience

· Bilingual in English and Mandarin to liaise with stakeholders

· Extensive food knowledge and creativity

· Possess excellent communicate and management skills

· Decisive and critical thinker with strong leadership skills

· Well-groomed and presentable

• Creating menu items, recipes and developing dishes ensuring variety and quality
• Organize the kitchen’s activities
• Able to prepare Korean dishes
• Cook food in a timely manner
• Delegate tasks to kitchen staff
• Provide 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• Check freshness of food and discard out-of-date items
• Able to work on weekend and PH

Arrange & maintain all equipment.

Recruit and manage all kitchen staffs.

Rectify arising problem or complaints.

Plan all food preparation and activities.

Modify menus or create new ones that meet quality standards.

Estimate food requirements and food/labor costs.

Supervise kitchen staff's activities.

The Super Loco Group

Head Chef for Super Loco, up to $5,000/month + Incentives (up to $1,000/month)

Work with amazing people creating dishes that make you proud. Perfect if you’re looking for career progression and a fun workplace that values your contribution.

Who are we?

The Super Loco Group operates four Mexican restaurants in Singapore, serving up fresh, creative interpretations of classic Mexican food in a fun and festive environment. One of our aims is to provide a work environment for our teams to be as enjoyable as it is for our guests, creating a culture of fun and inclusivity, inspiring each other and giving opportunities for promotion and career progression.

What we are looking for?

· Have 5+ years of experience in Mexican Restaurant (preferred) with high-volume outlets

· You will lead and motivate our enthusiastic and passionate kitchen team at one of our venues

· Display excellent communication skills and promote communication within your teams

· Lead by example in everything you do!

· Inspire your team to have fun and achieve great results!

· Drive sales and be responsible for food COGS

· Be responsible for kitchen cleanliness, admin, stock takes, rostering and payroll processing

· Work hard and celebrate your successes

· Display high standards and take pride in your work

What you will be doing?

A Head Chef will ensure the kitchen team are fully trained, supported and developed. Working closely with the Sous Chef, you will be accountable for driving food quality, controlling costs and ensuring a WOW guest experience is delivered every time.

What you will get?

• Market-leading salary package
• AIA Medical Insurance
• 12 days Annual Leave
• Career development & training
• Sales Incentive earned from the date of joining
• 2 days off, 5-day work week
• Birthday Leave
• Daily Staff Meal
• Late night transport
• Staff referral program up to $1,000
• A positive work environment
• A company that is passionate about sustainability
• Reward and recognition (we love celebrating everything!)
• The opportunity to develop and grow with the brand and progress at your own pace

What’s next?

1. We will contact you to arrange a quick chat over the phone.

2. Meet the team, ask as many questions as you wish, and demonstrate your passion for restaurant operations

3. Once we’ve WOW’ed each other, you’re in!

As a Head Chef you will manage the day-to-day operation of the kitchen and lead a Back of House team. You will also ensure the quality of the food and service is up to brand standards whilst developing the team and maintaining high quality safety standards in the restaurant.

Job Description for the Head Chef

• Lead the kitchen team in delivering an outstanding level of service

• Manage budgets, rotas and GP in keeping with the set targets

• Ensure the highest level of compliance regarding Health & Safety regulations

• Develop, drive and inspire the kitchen team in a calm and professional manner

• Manage and maintain an excellent stock control and wastage records

• Flexibility regarding working days and hours is a key requirement

• Develops, designs, or creates new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions for specialty restaurant.
• Supervises specialty restaurant kitchen shift operations and ensures compliance with all Food & Beverage policies, standards and procedures.
• Maintains food preparation handling and correct storage standards.
• Recognizes superior quality products, presentations and flavor.
• Plans and manages food quantities and plating requirements for the specialty restaurant.
• Communications production needs to key personnel.
• Assists in developing daily and seasonal menu items for the specialty restaurant.
• Ensures compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
• Follows proper handling and right temperature of all food products.
• Estimates daily specialty restaurant production needs.
• Prepares and cooks foods of all types, either on a regular basis or for special guests or functions.
• Checks the quality of raw and cooked food products to ensure that standards are met.
• Determines how food should be presented and creates decorative food displays.

Leading Kitchen Team

• Supervises and coordinates activities of cooks and workers engaged in food preparation.
• Utilizes interpersonal and communication skills to lead, influence, and encourage others; advocates sound financial/business decision making; demonstrates honesty/integrity; leads by example.
• Leads shift teams while personally preparing food items and executing requests based on required specifications.
• Supervises and manages specialty restaurant kitchen employees. Managing all day-to-day operations. Understanding employee positions well enough to perform duties in employees' absence.
• Encourages and builds mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
• Serving as a role model to demonstrate appropriate behaviors.
• Ensuring and maintaining the productivity level of employees.
• Ensures employees are cross-trained to support successful daily operations.
• Ensures employees understand expectations and parameters.
• Establishes and maintains open, collaborative relationships with employees and ensures employees do the same within the team.

• To oversee all Roasted Delight outlets such as monitor outlet sales and attend to all matters that assign by the GM .
• Ensure all outlet follow SOP of preparation activities, such as cleaning, cutting, chopping and peeling food ingredients
• Ensure Cleaning and sanitising the food preparation areas based on company and industry hygiene codes and health and safety standards
• Ensure every outlet Washing, disinfecting and properly storing cooking and kitchen utensils and equipment
• Monitor stock level of every outlet such as Buying, weighing and storing ingredients are enough for daily food supplies
• Provide training to new joiner
• Working hour : 9am-9pm

Job Description & Requirements

• Prepare and cook a wide range of Japanese dishes, including sushi, sashimi, tempura, ramen, udon, yakitori, and various traditional Japanese appetizers and main courses.
• Develop and create new and exciting Japanese recipes while maintaining authenticity and high standards.
• Ensure the quality and freshness of ingredients by sourcing and selecting the best available produce, seafood, and other necessary ingredients.
• Manage and organize kitchen operations efficiently, including food preparation, cooking, plating, and presentation.
• Adhere to strict food safety and hygiene standards, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Train and supervise kitchen staff, providing guidance and mentoring to maintain consistency and excellence in food preparation.
• Collaborate with the restaurant management team to develop menus, implement cost-effective strategies, and monitor inventory levels.
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment, including equipment maintenance and regular cleaning schedules.
• Stay updated with industry trends, new techniques, and ingredients related to Japanese cuisine to enhance menu offerings.
• Engage with customers, providing recommendations and accommodating special requests while ensuring their satisfaction with the dining experience.

Job Requirements:

• Proven experience working as a Japanese Chef or Sushi Chef in a reputable restaurant or culinary establishment.
• In-depth knowledge of Japanese cuisine, including traditional and contemporary dishes, cooking techniques, and flavor profiles.
• Strong creativity and ability to develop innovative Japanese recipes while respecting culinary traditions.
• Excellent understanding of food safety and hygiene practices, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment, maintaining composure and delivering consistent results.
• Leadership skills to supervise and train kitchen staff, fostering a positive and efficient work environment.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with customers, colleagues and suppliers.
• Formal culinary training or relevant certification in Japanese cuisine is advantage.
• Possess a valid food hygiene cert.
• At least 10 years of experience.
• Able to multitask and work efficiently under pressure.
• Must be able to work on weekends and public holidays.
• 6 days’ work week.

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

Looking for Head Chef

Responsibilities:
1. Supervision of all ingredients and food qualities.

2. Assist operations and team in food preparation.

3. Involved in creation of new dishes inline with company's standards and culture.

4. Ensure food handling and hygiene regulations are in accordance with NEA standards.

5. Keeping kitchen and equipment clean and in good working conditions.

6. Inventory management.

Skills:

1. Assist in creating new dishes/items inline with company's standard and culture.

2. Equipped with good knowledge regarding food handling and preparation methods.

3. Providing assistance to develop better kitchen environment and work processes.

4. Assist in inventory management.

5. Ensure freshness and quality dishes.

6. Make sure food operations are set up in a way that it runs smoothly and efficiently at all times.

Control and direct the food preparation process and any other relative activitiesConstruct menus with new or existing culinary creations ensuring the variety and quality of the servingsApprove and “polish” dishes before they reach the customerPlan orders of equipment or ingredients according to identified shortagesArrange for repairs when necessaryRemedy any problems or defectsBe fully in charge of hiring, managing and training kitchen staffOversee the work of subordinatesEstimate staff’s workload and compensationsMaintain records of payroll and attendanceComply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standardsFoster a climate of cooperation and respect between co-oworkers

Must have experience to prepare all the bellow receipes

Break Fast:

Idly, Dosa (All Types), Poori with Aloo Pongal, Chapathi, Upma, Aloo paratha, Kichadi (All Types), Egg (All Types), Sambar

Different Types of Chutneys (Tomato, Coconut, Onion, Green Chutney)

Different Types of Masalas (Channa, Green Peas, Black Eye Beans)

Different Types of Kurumas (Mix Veg, AlooGobi, Navarathna)

Vegetarians:

Different Types of Sambars (Onion Sambar, Kadamba Sambar, Grinded Sambar)

Karak Kozhambu,Puzhi Kozhambu,Dahi Curry,Vathal Kozhambu

Different Types of Rasams (Pepper Rasam, Jeera Rasam, Lemon Rasam, Garlic Rasam, Tomato Rasam)

Different Types of Poriyals(Cabbaage,Beetroot,Carrot,Beans,Ladies Finger, Potato)

Different Types of Veg(Pumpkins, Snack Guard, Spinach,Kadai veg,Chettinadu Masala,Avail,

Different types of Rices(Tomato,Lemon,Tamarind,Corinder,Sambar Rice,Curdrice,Ghee Rice)

North Indian Dishes(Palak paneer, Paneer Butter Masala,Kadai Paneer,)

Chinees(Fried Rice,Noodles)

Pickles-Garlic, Mix Veg, Ginger,Lemon,Tomato,Mango.

Non-Vegetarians:

Fish:Fish Curry,Fry,Tawa Fish,Kearala Fish Curry,Fish Kozhambu(Tamilnadu),

Chicken:Chicken Curry,Chick Fry, Butter Chicken,Chicken loly pop,Chicken Chetinadu,Peper Chicken,chicken Kadai,Garlic Chicken,Chicken Kuruma,Palak Chicken,Chicken Dry

Mutton:Mutton Masala,Pepper Mutton, Mutton Curry,Mutton kuruma,Mutton Kadai)

Sea Foods:

Prawns Masala,Prawns Fry, Crab Masala,Crab curry,Dry Fish Curry

Chinees:

Chicken-65, Chilli Chicken, Chicken Fried Rice, Chicken Noodles, .

Biriyani:

(Veg Biriyani,Veg Pulao,Gr.Peas Pulao,Mushroom Pulao,Kasmiri Pulao,Chicken Biriyani,Chicken Fry Biriyani,Hydrabad Biriyani,Mutton Biriyani,Fish Biriyani,Prawns Biriyani)

Snacks

Samosa,Cutlet,Channa Pattura,Types of Vada,Types of Pakkoda,Bonda,Bajji,

Soup:

Tomato Soup,Veg Clear Soup,Cream of Veg Soup,Chicken Clear Soup,Cream of Chicken Soup,Sweet Corn Chick Soup,SweetCorn Veg Soup,Egg Soup,Mushroom

Soup,Spinach soup,Mulaguthani Soup,

Sweets:

(Laddu,Club Jamun,Keasari,Different Types of Payasams,Sweet pongal)

Paal Payasam, Banana Pongal, Paysaam, Mysore Pak or Rava Laddoo

Rava Kesari Recipe, Kaju Mysore Pak

Carrot and Cashew Payassam, Chana Dal and Coconut Laddu,

Coconut Milk and Rose Custard, Rice Kheer

Tandoori:

Types of Naans, Rooti, Tandoori Chicken, Chicken Kabab, Veg Kabab, Chicken Tikka, Paneer Tikka,

Salads:

All Types of Salads

Responsibilities

• Control and direct the food preparation process and any other relative activities
• Construct menus with new or existing culinary creations ensuring the variety and quality of the servings
• Approve and “polish” dishes before they reach the customer
• Plan orders of equipment or ingredients according to identified shortages
• Arrange for repairs when necessary
• Remedy any problems or defects
• Be fully in charge of hiring, managing and training kitchen staff
• Oversee the work of subordinates
• Estimate staff’s workload and compensations
• Maintain records of payroll and attendance
• Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards
• Foster a climate of cooperation and respect between co-oworkers

Requirements and skills

• Proven experience as Head Chef
• Exceptional proven ability of kitchen management
• Ability in dividing responsibilities and monitoring progress
• Outstanding communication and leadership skills
• Up-to-date with culinary trends and optimized kitchen processes
• Good understanding of useful computer programs (MS Office, restaurant management software, POS)
• Credentials in health and safety training

Responsibilities

• Control and direct the food preparation process and any other relative activities
• Construct menus with new or existing culinary creations ensuring the variety and quality of the servings
• Approve and “polish” dishes before they reach the customer
• Plan orders of equipment or ingredients according to identified shortages
• Arrange for repairs when necessary
• Remedy any problems or defects
• Be fully in charge of hiring, managing and training kitchen staff
• Oversee the work of subordinates
• Estimate staff’s workload and compensations
• Maintain records of payroll and attendance
• Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards
• Foster a climate of cooperation and respect between co-oworkers

Requirements and skills

• Proven experience as Head Chef
• Exceptional proven ability of kitchen management
• Ability in dividing responsibilities and monitoring progress
• Outstanding communication and leadership skills
• Up-to-date with culinary trends and optimized kitchen processes
• Good understanding of useful computer programs (MS Office, restaurant management software, POS)
• Credentials in health and safety training

Responsibilities

• Control and direct the food preparation process and any other relative activities
• Construct menus with new or existing culinary creations ensuring the variety and quality of the servings
• Approve and “polish” dishes before they reach the customer
• Plan orders of equipment or ingredients according to identified shortages
• Arrange for repairs when necessary
• Remedy any problems or defects
• Be fully in charge of hiring, managing and training kitchen staff
• Oversee the work of subordinates
• Estimate staff’s workload and compensations
• Maintain records of payroll and attendance
• Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards
• Foster a climate of cooperation and respect between co-oworkers

Requirements and skills

• Proven experience as Head Chef
• Exceptional proven ability of kitchen management
• Ability in dividing responsibilities and monitoring progress
• Outstanding communication and leadership skills
• Up-to-date with culinary trends and optimized kitchen processes
• Good understanding of useful computer programs (MS Office, restaurant management software, POS)
• Credentials in health and safety training

Responsibilities

• Control and direct the food preparation process and any other relative activities
• Construct menus with new or existing culinary creations ensuring the variety and quality of the servings
• Approve and “polish” dishes before they reach the customer
• Plan orders of equipment or ingredients according to identified shortages
• Arrange for repairs when necessary
• Remedy any problems or defects
• Be fully in charge of hiring, managing and training kitchen staff
• Oversee the work of subordinates
• Estimate staff’s workload and compensations
• Maintain records of payroll and attendance
• Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards
• Foster a climate of cooperation and respect between co-oworkers

Requirements and skills

• Proven experience as Head Chef
• Exceptional proven ability of kitchen management
• Ability in dividing responsibilities and monitoring progress
• Outstanding communication and leadership skills
• Up-to-date with culinary trends and optimized kitchen processes
• Good understanding of useful computer programs (MS Office, restaurant management software, POS)
• Credentials in health and safety training

Must have experience to prepare all the bellow receipes

Break Fast:

Idly, Dosa (All Types), Poori with Aloo Pongal, Chapathi, Upma, Aloo paratha, Kichadi (All Types), Egg (All Types), Sambar

Different Types of Chutneys (Tomato, Coconut, Onion, Green Chutney)

Different Types of Masalas (Channa, Green Peas, Black Eye Beans)

Different Types of Kurumas (Mix Veg, AlooGobi, Navarathna)

Vegetarians:

Different Types of Sambars (Onion Sambar, Kadamba Sambar, Grinded Sambar)

Karak Kozhambu,Puzhi Kozhambu,Dahi Curry,Vathal Kozhambu

Different Types of Rasams (Pepper Rasam, Jeera Rasam, Lemon Rasam, Garlic Rasam, Tomato Rasam)

Different Types of Poriyals(Cabbaage,Beetroot,Carrot,Beans,Ladies Finger, Potato)

Different Types of Veg(Pumpkins, Snack Guard, Spinach,Kadai veg,Chettinadu Masala,Avail,

Different types of Rices(Tomato,Lemon,Tamarind,Corinder,Sambar Rice,Curdrice,Ghee Rice)

North Indian Dishes(Palak paneer, Paneer Butter Masala,Kadai Paneer,)

Chinees(Fried Rice,Noodles)

Pickles-Garlic, Mix Veg, Ginger,Lemon,Tomato,Mango.

Non-Vegetarians:

Fish:Fish Curry,Fry,Tawa Fish,Kearala Fish Curry,Fish Kozhambu(Tamilnadu),

Chicken:Chicken Curry,Chick Fry, Butter Chicken,Chicken loly pop,Chicken Chetinadu,Peper Chicken,chicken Kadai,Garlic Chicken,Chicken Kuruma,Palak Chicken,Chicken Dry

Mutton:Mutton Masala,Pepper Mutton, Mutton Curry,Mutton kuruma,Mutton Kadai)

Sea Foods:

Prawns Masala,Prawns Fry, Crab Masala,Crab curry,Dry Fish Curry

Chinees:

Chicken-65, Chilli Chicken, Chicken Fried Rice, Chicken Noodles, .

Biriyani:

(Veg Biriyani,Veg Pulao,Gr.Peas Pulao,Mushroom Pulao,Kasmiri Pulao,Chicken Biriyani,Chicken Fry Biriyani,Hydrabad Biriyani,Mutton Biriyani,Fish Biriyani,Prawns Biriyani)

Snacks

Samosa,Cutlet,Channa Pattura,Types of Vada,Types of Pakkoda,Bonda,Bajji,

Soup:

Tomato Soup,Veg Clear Soup,Cream of Veg Soup,Chicken Clear Soup,Cream of Chicken Soup,Sweet Corn Chick Soup,SweetCorn Veg Soup,Egg Soup,Mushroom

Soup,Spinach soup,Mulaguthani Soup,

Sweets:

(Laddu,Club Jamun,Keasari,Different Types of Payasams,Sweet pongal)

Paal Payasam, Banana Pongal, Paysaam, Mysore Pak or Rava Laddoo

Rava Kesari Recipe, Kaju Mysore Pak

Carrot and Cashew Payassam, Chana Dal and Coconut Laddu,

Coconut Milk and Rose Custard, Rice Kheer

Tandoori:

Types of Naans, Rooti, Tandoori Chicken, Chicken Kabab, Veg Kabab, Chicken Tikka, Paneer Tikka,

Salads:

All Types of Salads

Responsibilities

• Control and direct the food preparation process and any other relative activities
• Construct menus with new or existing culinary creations ensuring the variety and quality of the servings
• Approve and “polish” dishes before they reach the customer
• Plan orders of equipment or ingredients according to identified shortages
• Arrange for repairs when necessary
• Remedy any problems or defects
• Be fully in charge of hiring, managing and training kitchen staff
• Oversee the work of subordinates
• Estimate staff’s workload and compensations
• Maintain records of payroll and attendance
• Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards
• Foster a climate of cooperation and respect between co-oworkers

Requirements and skills

• Proven experience as Head Chef
• Exceptional proven ability of kitchen management
• Ability in dividing responsibilities and monitoring progress
• Outstanding communication and leadership skills
• Up-to-date with culinary trends and optimized kitchen processes
• Good understanding of useful computer programs (MS Office, restaurant management software, POS)
• Credentials in health and safety training

• Create Fine-Dining menu that highlights the authentic taste of Chettinad restaurant
• Plan and oversee the day-to-day kitchen operations.
• Provide direction, supervision and coaching and training to the team members
• Plan and food preparation process
• Consistent production of high-quality dishes
• Ensure kitchen operations are run smoothly and adhere to standards set in order to maintain and enhance guest’s experiences and satisfaction
• Passionate and have knowledge of beverage and cocktail
• Inspecting the quality of fruits, vegetables and fish used to prepare food
• Estimate for ingredients to be purchased

The head chef is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the kitchen, including menu creation, inventory management, staff supervision, and ensuring the highest quality of food and service. This role requires strong leadership skills, culinary expertise, and the ability to manage both the creative and operational aspects of the kitchen.Oversee the daily process of running and managing food preparation for kitchen.They direct kitchen sta and handle all foodrelated issues, including checking up on food supplies, planning menus, and creating new recipes.He is ensures the kitchen is orderly and assists Cook to prepare and arrange food. His duties include cleaning the kitchen area .Must be working with a team

Head Chef Job Description

As a head chef you will be responsible for everything that goes on in your employer’s kitchen. Not only will you be required to oversee all dishes from start to finish, you are also tasked with hiring and firing employees, meeting health and safety standards and dreaming up new recipes for the restaurant you work in.

If you love to cook, enjoy being creative and relish the challenges that come with responsibility, read on to learn more about becoming a head chef.

Requirements

A candidate who wants to become a head chef must acquire on the job training which is most important for career progress and advancement in the path of becoming a head chef.

A head chef must possess a lot of stamina and will power to be able to stand for long hours and work for extended hours too in order to experiment in creating new dishes.

The candidate should also possess good knowledge of food products and their availability in order to plan cuisine accordingly.

A head chef should have good organizing, supervising and time management skills to be able to oversee all the activities that take place in the kitchen in a proper manner.

We are hiring the above position. Candidate need the following skill to perfom in the role:

- minimum 3 years experience in roasted delight, knowhow to prepare, roast and cut

- possess a valid Food and Hgiene Certificate level 1/3

This position requires the candidate to work on a permanent 12 hour night shift up to 6 days a week. Candidate must be independent, self discipline, customer focus, integrity and able to undertake pressure.

Head Chef Job Description

As a head chef you will be responsible for everything that goes on in your employer’s kitchen. Not only will you be required to oversee all dishes from start to finish, you are also tasked with hiring and firing employees, meeting health and safety standards and dreaming up new recipes for the restaurant you work in.

If you love to cook, enjoy being creative and relish the challenges that come with responsibility, read on to learn more about becoming a head chef.

Requirements

A candidate who wants to become a head chef must acquire on the job training which is most important for career progress and advancement in the path of becoming a head chef.

A head chef must possess a lot of stamina and will power to be able to stand for long hours and work for extended hours too in order to experiment in creating new dishes.

The candidate should also possess good knowledge of food products and their availability in order to plan cuisine accordingly.

A head chef should have good organizing, supervising and time management skills to be able to oversee all the activities that take place in the kitchen in a proper manner.

Job Description & Requirements

• Be the 1st-in-charge and ensure smooth operations of the kitchen
• Responsible for the profit & loss of the kitchen and implement appropriate food cost control measures
• Oversee the daily operations of the kitchen to ensure all dishes are served according to company’s standard
• Supervise and guide the team to foster a positive work environment
• Conduct pre-operational and regular checks of the kitchen
• Control labour through effective manpower scheduling and monitor leave of staff
• Actively involved in hiring process by identifying and selecting candidates for kitchen positions
• Actively involved in staff counselling and propose to management on course of disciplinary action, including but not limited to, termination of employment
• Ensure the kitchen equipment is functioning and arrange for repair when necessary
• Maintain a sanitary environment at the kitchen area
• Ensure that all activities conform to HACCP & 5S requirements

Remarks: Hong Kong cafe, non-halal restaurant

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

Responsibilities

• Control and direct the food preparation process and any other relative activities
• Construct menus with new or existing culinary creations ensuring the variety and quality of the servings
• Approve and “polish” dishes before they reach the customer
• Plan orders of equipment or ingredients according to identified shortages
• Arrange for repairs when necessary
• Remedy any problems or defects
• Be fully in charge of hiring, managing and training kitchen staff
• Oversee the work of subordinates
• Estimate staff’s workload and compensations
• Maintain records of payroll and attendance
• Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards
• Foster a climate of cooperation and respect between co-oworkers

Requirements and skills

• Proven experience as Head Chef
• Exceptional proven ability of kitchen management
• Ability in dividing responsibilities and monitoring progress
• Outstanding communication and leadership skills
• Up-to-date with culinary trends and optimized kitchen processes
• Good understanding of useful computer programs (MS Office, restaurant management software, POS)
• Credentials in health and safety training