JOB VACANCY – CHEF

Position: Cook
Monthly Salary: S$3,800 – S$5,300
Required Experience: Minimum 5 years
Work Location: Singapore
Cuisine: Indian Cuisine / Restaurant Operations

Job Responsibilities

1. Prepare, cook and present a wide variety of Indian dishes, including North Indian and South Indian cuisine.

2. Specialise in preparing curries, gravies, biryani, tandoori dishes, grilled items, appetizers and main courses.

3. Plan daily food preparation according to restaurant menus, customer demand and business requirements.

4. Prepare ingredients, including cutting vegetables, marinating meat, preparing sauces, spice mixtures and curry bases.

5. Ensure consistency in food taste, quality, portion sizes and presentation.

6. Monitor cooking temperatures, cooking times and food preparation techniques to maintain quality standards.

7. Develop and introduce new dishes, recipes and seasonal menu items when required.

8. Monitor the freshness and quality of raw materials, meat, seafood, vegetables and other food ingredients.

9. Check inventory levels, monitor ingredient usage and inform management when stock replenishment is required.

10. Minimise food wastage through proper ingredient handling, portion control and storage practices.

11. Ensure proper storage, labelling and rotation of food ingredients according to food safety requirements.

12. Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of kitchen equipment, cooking stations, utensils, refrigerators and storage areas.

13. Follow Singapore food safety, hygiene and workplace safety requirements.

14. Ensure proper separation of raw and cooked food to prevent cross-contamination.

15. Coordinate with kitchen assistants, other cooks and service staff to ensure timely preparation of customer orders.

16. Manage kitchen workflow during peak dining hours and ensure orders are prepared within the required time.

17. Supervise and guide junior kitchen staff and kitchen assistants in food preparation and cooking techniques.

18. Monitor kitchen equipment and report any breakdowns or maintenance requirements to management.

19. Assist management in food costing, menu planning, portion control and maintaining kitchen operating standards.

20. Ensure all food preparation and cooking activities comply with restaurant operating procedures and management instructions.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of relevant professional cooking experience.

• Strong practical knowledge of Indian cuisine and cooking techniques.

• Ability to independently handle kitchen preparation and cooking operations.

• Knowledge of food hygiene, safety and proper food storage.

• Ability to work under pressure in a busy restaurant environment.

• Good teamwork, communication and kitchen management skills.

• Willingness to work shifts, weekends and public holidays as required.

Salary and Benefits

Monthly Salary: S$3,800 – S$5,300

Salary will depend on relevant experience and cooking expertise.