Head Chef (Bengali & Indian Fusion Cuisine)
Location: Near Sembawang Road
Salary: $6,000 - $9,000 per month (depending on experience)
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced Head Chef to lead our kitchen and drive our menu across Bengali, North Indian and South Indian cuisines, with room to develop fusion dishes. You will run the kitchen team and take charge of our catering and food subscription operations.
Job Scope
Lead, train and schedule the kitchen team
Prepare authentic Bengali dishes to a consistently high standard
Prepare North Indian specialities, including naan and tandoori items
Prepare South Indian favourites, including prata
Create and develop new fusion dishes and menu items
Plan and execute catering orders (small to large volumes)
Manage food subscription meal plans (menu planning, batch production, consistency and timely delivery)
Control food cost, portioning, wastage and ordering of ingredients
Maintain food safety, hygiene and SFA/NEA standards
Requirements
Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience in Bengali cuisine
Minimum 2 years of experience as a Head Chef or Assistant Head Chef, leading a kitchen team
Minimum 2 years of experience in catering
Experience in food subscription / meal plan operations
Proven skills in North Indian (naan, tandoor) and South Indian (prata) cooking
Creative, adaptable, and open to fusion concepts
Able to work in a fast-paced environment, including weekends and public holidays when required
No degree or diploma required. Experience and skills matter most.