Total 1,595 chef job vacancies

• Enforce performance standards, policies and procedures in Food & Beverage kitchen department in line with company regulations.
• Ensure strict compliance towards food and hygiene policies and procedures.
• Introduce and implement new ideas for the customer dining experience.
• To be fully aware of trends in the industry and make regular suggestions for improvement of the menu.
• Efficient food cost management.
• Minimize expenditure to increase profitability with the guidelines set by the budget.
• Support and work closely with the Operations and Marketing team in developing special festive dining menus and/or marketing initiatives to drive traffic and increase per customer spend
• Able to interact with customer(s) as and when required to further enhance the dining experience of customers
• Implement direction and organize the culinary team to ensure smooth operation of the kitchen.
• To hold regular performance appraisals with members of the culinary team, identifying areas for development and training needs, and ensuring that this training is effective.
• Set and explain clearly to team members regarding collective targets and standards that should be achieved as a team.
• To organize and implement training for the needs of the kitchen team as a whole and the individual staff as needed.
• 5-years progressive hands-on experience with increased accountability as an Executive Chef or Senior Sous Chef managing multiple kitchens and chef brigades.
• Experience with developing, presenting and implementing recipes / menus at the right price point in European, Middle Eastern and Asian cuisines.
• Must have hands-on experience with different economic cycles within the industry including the implementation of cost reduction programmes without compromising on food quality and customer service

*To be able to do Asian Cuisine.

*Able to follow company SOP.

*To keep up with cleanliness and hygenie measures.

*Basic knowledge of safety measures.

*Any other ad hoc duties specified by the Restaurant Manager or Supervisor

*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, when needed.

*Adhere company rules.

*Able to work well in a team, Team player.

*Preferably to have completed Food & Hygiene Course. (Keen applicants who has not attend the course will be sent for the Food & Hygiene)

*Staff meal provided.

*Break included.

Working Days : 5.5 Days, 1.5 days off.

Working hours : 10 hours per day.

Call or whatsapp 93883802 to arrange for interview.

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:

• 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.

Job Responsibilities:
Prepare and cook assigned dishes for serving according to the menu
Keep kitchen area, processing equipment, and cooking utensils clean and sanitized at all time
Process all food according to companies and government regulatory control
Able to fill in any area of kitchen at any time.
Keeping the utensils and equipments clean and sanitary.
Removing trash and storage bins
Ensure safe operations of all equipment and report any faulty equipment to superior immediately
Comply with hygiene and safety regulations set by the Company, clients and government

Perform any other related duties as assigned by immediate superior.

Job Requirements:
Proven min 2-5 years of experience as chef.
Food Hygiene cert required
Able to communicate skills and team player
Cheerful and self-motivated with positive working attitude
Able to work at a fast pace environment
Able to work on public holidays and weekends.
Able to work night shift and split shift.

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:

• 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.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for food preparation and cooking to standard operating procedures;
• Ensure smooth operations and allocation of duties within the kitchen;
• Ensure that all orders are fulfilled in a timely manner and to expected standards;
• Attend to kitchen-related duties stock- checking and inventory and ordering;
• Practice and ensure good hygiene and housekeeping standards within the kitchen;
• Ensure food is stored, prepare and presented in a safe and hygiene manner;
• Uphold high standards of food quality to ensure customer satisfaction.

Requirements：

• Strong experience in Chinese cuisine including all varieties of noodles and rice
• Profound knowledge of different kinds of beverages
• Deep knowledge of every aspect of Chinese dishes
• Proficient with BBQ and Chinese specialty equipment
• Ability to manage numerous tasks, assign responsibilities and display high patience
• Able to work night shift

As a Demi Chef, you will support the Chef de Partie in managing a specific kitchen section, ensuring consistent food quality and smooth operations. You will play a hands-on role in food preparation while developing your culinary skills within a structured and quality-driven kitchen.

Key Responsibilities

Food Preparation

• Assist in preparing and cooking dishes according to recipes and standards
• Ensure consistency in taste, portioning, and presentation
• Support mise en place and daily kitchen prep

Kitchen Operations

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of workstations
• Follow food safety and hygiene standards at all times
• Assist with stock rotation (FIFO), storage, and inventory checks
• Support receiving and checking of deliveries

Team Support

• Work closely with Chef de Partie and kitchen team during service
• Assist in guiding junior kitchen staff when required
• Ensure smooth coordination with front-of-house team

Requirements

• Some kitchen experience (Commis or similar role) preferred
• Basic knowledge of cooking techniques and kitchen operations
• Willingness to learn and grow in a professional kitchen
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Willing to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays

Company Overview

Set amidst 15 acres of lush greenery, Shangri-La Hotel, Singapore offers luxurious guestrooms, suites, serviced apartments, and residences. Renowned for legendary Asian hospitality, it features exquisite dining, landscaped gardens, and Singapore’s first CHI, The Spa at Shangri-La.

Job Summary

Lead the daily operations of the local cuisine section, ensuring authentic, high-quality buffet and live cooking experiences. Mentor chefs, enforce food safety, and collaborate on menu planning to deliver exceptional guest satisfaction in a fast-paced hotel environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the local cuisine section, including wok and live cooking stations, to ensure efficient service delivery
• Execute high-volume buffet service with consistent quality, speed, and guest satisfaction
• Supervise live cooking stations to ensure engaging guest interaction and professional showmanship
• Maintain authenticity and excellence in local dishes, focusing on wok-fried specialties
• Lead, train, and mentor chefs assigned to buffet and live cooking stations to enhance team performance
• Ensure strict adherence to recipes, portion control, and plating standards for consistent presentation
• Monitor food replenishment cycles to maintain freshness and appealing buffet displays
• Enforce food safety, hygiene, and HACCP compliance across all stations to meet regulatory standards
• Manage mise en place planning and station readiness to optimize peak service efficiency
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef on menu planning, emphasizing local and seasonal ingredients
• Control food costs by minimizing waste and optimizing ingredient use
• Coordinate with service teams to ensure seamless guest experience and smooth operational flow

Required competencies and certifications

• Diploma or Degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent professional training
• Minimum 8 years of culinary experience with at least 3 years in a supervisory role, preferably in buffet or high-volume hotel dining
• Strong expertise in local cuisine and wok cooking techniques
• Proven experience managing live cooking stations or open kitchens
• Demonstrated leadership skills with experience supervising kitchen teams
• Solid knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards
• Ability to perform under pressure in fast-paced, guest-facing environments
• Good communication skills with a proactive and service-oriented mindset

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Overall in-charge of the kitchen department ensuring the preparation of high quality meals in accordance to company standards, menu specification and production schedules
• Responsible for planning, directing, controlling, coordinating, training and participating in the food preparation and daily kitchen culinary activities and required standards and specifications
• To lead and manage the kitchen to achieve production goals, productivity, and profitability KPIs set by the management.
• Manage operations, budgeting, food and labour costing, forecasting, stock control, resource planning, staffing, inventory and waste management
• Ensure the availability of supplies and food or approved substitutions in adequate time for preparation
• To plan and execute the development of new culinary recipes and menus, and to work closely with relevant department to implement new items
• Create Innovative Menus and Food Presentations, Develop Seasonal Menus and Party Menus
• Ensure compliance to regulatory of food safety, quality, health and hygiene standards at all times
• Developing a cross-marketing strategy with team in order to increase profit, such as, coming up with new menus which appeal to customers; pairing drinks with the food served etc
• Seek to ensure at all times that customers have the best experience possible
• Develop and initiate cost-cutting ideas without sacrificing the quality and taste of the dishes
• Actively participate in the kitchen training, including on the job training and support junior staffs and trainees in their development
• Any other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Hands on cooking experience in a Indian restaurant and handling in high volume service operations preferred
• Highly skilled in cooking techniques and comprehensive knowledge of both North & South Indian cuisines
• Thorough experience with preparing and cooking North and South Indian Authentic dishes
• Understand Indian Food culture and techniques and knowledgeable about properties and usage of herbs and spices in food preparation, and cooking Indian dishes in a traditional way
• Able to cook different types of Indian Briyanis, South & North Indian Meals, dosa, chutneys and also Satti Soru
• North Indian Dishes: Tandoori items, Naans items, Chappati and skilled in prata making and able to cook different varieties of pratas
• Able to cook for atleast 500-1000 pax on a daily basis
• Experience in preparing Indian Traditional hot drinks, snacks delights and Indian deserts such as Gulab jamon, Raskulla, payasam, Carrot halva etc
• Must be able to work on weekends and public holidays and work overtime if necessary
• 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
• Follows Proper Handling and Right Temperature of all Food Products
• Maintain workplace safety and health policies and procedures

We are seeking a creative and experienced head chef to join our team. Ashead chef, you will manage the back-of-house. You will run the daily operationsof the kitchen, manage the kitchen staff to ensure that the highest quality offood is served to our guests, and ensure that all food and labor cost goals aremet.

Responsibilities:

• Direct all kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and cleanup
• Maintain kitchen equipment as needed
• Supervise chefs and cooks
• Resolve issues as they arise to ensure the continuation of foodservice
• Maintain control of the kitchen to ensure efficiency
• Plan menus and set prices based on the availability of ingredients
• Make sure that all staff adhere to food safety and hygiene regulations to ensure a clean and sanitary kitchen
• Inspect raw and cooked food to guaranty quality
• Collaborate with the general manager and owner to align kitchen operations with the overarching goals of the establishment
• Direct monthly inventory
• Maintain vender relationships
• Recruit and train chefs and kitchen staff

Qualifications:

• Ability to remain productive in a high-pressure environment
• Strong attention to detail
• Creativity
• Ability to oversee and manage kitchen operations

Key Responsibilities:

·      To assess weekly and monthly trading figures and maintain adequate controls to monitor budget performance

·      Ensure that Sodexo approved suppliers are used when placing food and beverage orders

·      To maintain and continuously improve food presentation, service and standards

·      Effectively lead, develop and motivate service team, monitoring and solving issues within the department

·      Track and prepare all schedules to maximize productivity and keep labor costs within budget

·      To refine and improve the operation, encourage and recognize innovation and incorporate these into work procedures

·      To be creative and innovative in the day to day management and business development potential at the contract

·      To report to the Operations Manager when and as required to do so for the effective overall management of the contract

·      To implement directions from Operations Managers and Sodexo Senior Management and provide feedback

·      To attend all meetings and training sessions as scheduled

·      Responsible for the overall daily food and beverage operations

·      Maintain and enhance on-site client relationship by daily effective communication

·      Plan and execute monthly rotating menus and special food promotion with the Head Chef

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

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

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

·      Co-ordinate activities from the head office during official visits from other related departments ie Purchasing, HR, Finance, Business Development and SEQ Department

·      Submit weekly and monthly financial/ administration reports to the Head Office and relevant department i.e. weekly/ monthly MSR, banking etc

·      Submit all HR required documentation to Head Office for administration including new employment, termination, leave application, timecards, manpower costs etc

·      Evaluate and administer manpower plans, employee training & development

·      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 SodexoSingapore.

·      Ensure legal requirements and standards related to Sodexo Food Safety and Workplace Safety and Health are implemented and adhered during the entire operational processes related to Food Services and its scope of activities.

·      Ensure food safety procedures are adhered to by kitchen and service's team.

·      Ensure only trained employees are deployed and have been briefed on their roles

·      Any other food safety related tasks assigned e.g. temperature monitoring of food, storage and equipment, taking food samples, cleaning activities.        

Authorities

• The incumbent has the authority to manage the contract on a daily basis in line with Company policies and objectives
• Any expenditures outside the scope of normal operations must be authorised by the Operations Manager
• To conduct disciplinary procedures within Sodexo policy guidelines and in consultation with the Operations Manager
• The Chef Manager is empowered to take whatever actions are necessary to ensure the safety of all Customers, Clients and Staff with the operation.

Key Requirements:

·      Recognisedcooking qualification

·      Possessat least 5 to 10 years of experience in a similar role

·      Stronginterpersonal, communication and organizational skills

·      Possesssound operational background

·      Ableto lead and manage a team of employees.

The Dandy Collection is seeking a Head Chef for a modern Japanese Izakaya concept. The successful candidate must have extensive knowledge of Japanese ingredients and cooking techniques, as well as a proven track record leading and developing teams.

The candidate will be open to curating modern takes on classic dishes, including coming up with fun and interesting ideas to relate to the brand.

• Oversee daily kitchen operations
• Food consistency and quality control
• Creation of creative menus aligning with overall concept and brand
• Ordering and cost control
• Compliance with food hygiene and safety standards
• Training and development of kitchen team
• Rostering and Time & Attendance
• Kitchen team payroll management and control
• Deliver on the brand Noble Cause 'Making every night out, better than the last.'

Requirements

• Minimum 8 years of experience in culinary field
• Experience as Head Chef or Chef de Cuisine
• Well trained palate for Japanese cuisine
• High standard of food
• Commitment to delivering a high level of customer service
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Willingness to train, inspire and develop a team
• Excellent planning and organisation skills
• Positive attitude
• Experience in working on an international spectrum is preferred

must need to know how to cook the following items

·        Idli, Dosa, Pongal, Vadai, Poori Masal & Parotta

·        Fish Molee. Famous in South India

·        Kerala Karimeen Fry.

·        Aila Curry.

·        Prawns Kuzhambu.

·        Kheema with Coconut Curry

·        Chicken Roast.

·        Payyoli Chicken Fry.

·        Chettinadu Chicken

·        Crab (Small and Big Size)

·        Mutton Biriyani

·        Chicken Biriyani

·        Egg Biriyani

·        Prawn Biriyani

·        hettinad Dry Pepper Chicken,

·        Chettinad Kozhi Kuzhambu,

·        Spicy Chettinad Fish Fry Recipe

·        Chettinad Mutton Chops Kuzhambu Recipe

·        Chettinad Nandu Varuval Recipe

·        Thalapakkati Style Chicken Biryani

·        Mutton Chukka Varuval

·        Chicken Ghee Roast

·        Chettinad Chicken Kuzhambu

·        Small Variety Fish Fry

·        Boondhi Raita

·        Boiled Egg

·        Fruit Custard

·        Weigh, measure, mix and prep ingredients according to recipes.

·        Steam, grill, boil, bake or fry meats, fish, vegetables, and other ingredients.

·        Check food and ingredients for freshness.

·        Arrange and garnish dishes.

·        Work well under pressure and within the time limit.

·        Ensure that kitchen area, equipment and utensils are cleaned

About the Role

We are looking for a motivated Commis Chef (junior) to join our fine dining Japanese kitchen. You will assist in basic food preparation, support the kitchen team in daily operations, and learn the fundamentals of Japanese cuisine in a professional and supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Senior Chefs in all kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, plating, and maintenance of kitchen equipment and work areas.

• Ensure all food items are prepared according to standardised recipes and presentation guidelines.

• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and organisation in the kitchen.

• Collaborate with the team to develop new dish ideas and improve existing menu items.

• Uphold food safety and hygiene practices at all times.

Requirements:

• Min 1 to 2 years’ of relevant experience in Japanese cuisine.

• Formal culinary training or relevant experience in a professional kitchen environment.

• Knowledge of food preparation techniques, kitchen equipment, and food safety regulations.

• Passion for creating delicious, high-quality dishes and a commitment to continuous learning and development.

• Ability to work well under pressure and maintain a positive attitude.

• Team player with good communication skills.

• Flexibility to work split shifts, including weekends and public holidays.

Chefs are culinary professionals who prepare, season, and cook a wide range of foods in restaurants and other dining establishments.

They also oversee other kitchen staff and handle any food-related concerns.

Chefs have the following duties and responsibilities:

• Create and prepare recipes

• Inspect the quality of ingredients

• Plan menus

• Oversee and coordinate kitchen staff

• Order, maintain, and manage inventory of food supplies

• Ensure food preparation and kitchen safety standards are met

• Delegate tasks to kitchen staff

• Ensure customer satisfaction by paying attention to meal presentation and timely delivery of dishes

• Maintain sanitation and safety standards in the kitchen area

• Train and develop kitchen staff

• Stay updated on new cooking techniques and trends in the culinary world

Responsibilities

• Plan and design menus that enhance customers’ culinary experience while keeping up high quality.

• Oversee food preparation, presentation, and storage to ensure compliance with food health and safety regulations.

• Check freshness of food and ingredients prior to cooking.

• Manage kitchen staff and coordinate food orders.

• Supervise kitchen employees and organize food orders.

• Keep up with trends in cooking and the restaurant business to ensure that guests have a positive experience.

• Work closely with the restaurant manager to ensure the business runs smoothly.

• Ensure the kitchen is clean and organized.

• Maintain weekly and monthly cost reports.