- Clementi West Region (Singapore) Singapore
SIMPLE FOOD SOLUTIONS PTE. LTD. Hiring! Full Time Head of Operations in West Region (Singapore), Earn up to SGD 8,000 - Ricebowl
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About Simple Food Solutions
Simple Food Solutions Pte Ltd operates a central kitchen dedicated to producing high-quality food at scale. We are a fast-growing F&B company committed to operational excellence, and we are looking for a driven Head of Operations to help us build a leaner, more efficient kitchen operation.
Role Summary
The Head of Operations will be the operational backbone of our central kitchen, owning the end-to-end efficiency and performance of our production environment. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who thrives on solving problems, driving continuous improvement, and building systems that scale. You will manage a team of 30–60 staff and report directly to the CEO/Founder.
Key Responsibilities
1. Operations & Efficiency
Lead and implement lean manufacturing principles (5S, Kaizen, value stream mapping) across all kitchen production processes
Identify and eliminate operational bottlenecks, waste, and inefficiencies to improve throughput and output quality
Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for all production workflows
Drive continuous improvement initiatives and track measurable outcomes against KPIs
2. P&L & Cost Management
Own the kitchen’s operational P&L, with accountability for food cost, labour cost, and overheads
Monitor and analyse cost drivers; implement corrective actions to maintain and improve margins
Prepare and present regular operational and financial performance reports to the CEO
Manage procurement in collaboration with relevant teams to optimise ingredient costs without compromising quality
3. People & Team Management
Lead, mentor, and develop a diverse team of 30–60 kitchen staff, supervisors, and line leads
Build a high-performance culture focused on accountability, safety, and operational discipline
Manage scheduling, manpower planning, and rostering to ensure optimal coverage
Drive staff training programmes aligned with SOPs and quality standards
4. Strategic & Cross-Functional
Serve as a key strategic partner to the CEO/Founder on all matters relating to kitchen operations
Collaborate with culinary, sales, and supply chain teams to align production capacity with business demand
Lead capital improvement projects including equipment upgrades and kitchen layout optimisation
Provide data-driven insights and recommendations to support business growth and scalability
What We're Looking For
5–8 years of operations management experience, with at least 3 years in a central kitchen, large-scale F&B production, or food manufacturing environment
Proven track record of implementing lean manufacturing, process improvement, or operational transformation initiatives
Strong P&L literacy with experience managing cost centres and driving margin improvements
Experienced in leading and developing large, diverse teams (30+ headcount)
Analytical and data-driven mindset — comfortable working with operational metrics and performance dashboards
Excellent problem-solving skills with a hands-on, “get-it-done” attitude
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills; able to work closely with senior leadership
Proficiency in tools such as Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, or equivalent operational management systems
Nice to Have
Formal training or certification in Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies
Experience in multi-SKU or high-volume food production environments
Familiarity with food safety standards (HACCP, SFA) is a plus but not required
Why Join Us
Direct impact: report to the CEO and shape the operational future of a growing F&B company
Ownership and autonomy over a significant team and operational budget
Be part of a lean, ambitious team that values results over bureaucracy
Competitive compensation commensurate with experience
SIMPLE FOOD SOLUTIONS (SFS) are kitchens of innovations dedicated to simplify food preparation. For our F&B Clients, this means spending less time cooking and more time delighting customers with quick, consistently delicious fare. Our R&D team consists of master chefs and food scientists who work together to develop innovative solutions that prolong food shelf-life while maintaining its quality and flavor. we take time to deeply understand the intricacies of our client’s operations to customize the simplest, smartest solution.
Simple Food Solutions Pte Ltd operates a central kitchen dedicated to producing high-quality food at scale. We are a fast-growing F&B company committed to operational excellence, and we are looking for a driven Head of Operations to help us build a leaner, more efficient kitchen operation.
Role Summary
The Head of Operations will be the operational backbone of our central kitchen, owning the end-to-end efficiency and performance of our production environment. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who thrives on solving problems, driving continuous improvement, and building systems that scale. You will manage a team of 30–60 staff and report directly to the CEO/Founder.
Key Responsibilities
1. Operations & Efficiency
Lead and implement lean manufacturing principles (5S, Kaizen, value stream mapping) across all kitchen production processes
Identify and eliminate operational bottlenecks, waste, and inefficiencies to improve throughput and output quality
Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for all production workflows
Drive continuous improvement initiatives and track measurable outcomes against KPIs
2. P&L & Cost Management
Own the kitchen’s operational P&L, with accountability for food cost, labour cost, and overheads
Monitor and analyse cost drivers; implement corrective actions to maintain and improve margins
Prepare and present regular operational and financial performance reports to the CEO
Manage procurement in collaboration with relevant teams to optimise ingredient costs without compromising quality
3. People & Team Management
Lead, mentor, and develop a diverse team of 30–60 kitchen staff, supervisors, and line leads
Build a high-performance culture focused on accountability, safety, and operational discipline
Manage scheduling, manpower planning, and rostering to ensure optimal coverage
Drive staff training programmes aligned with SOPs and quality standards
4. Strategic & Cross-Functional
Serve as a key strategic partner to the CEO/Founder on all matters relating to kitchen operations
Collaborate with culinary, sales, and supply chain teams to align production capacity with business demand
Lead capital improvement projects including equipment upgrades and kitchen layout optimisation
Provide data-driven insights and recommendations to support business growth and scalability
What We're Looking For
5–8 years of operations management experience, with at least 3 years in a central kitchen, large-scale F&B production, or food manufacturing environment
Proven track record of implementing lean manufacturing, process improvement, or operational transformation initiatives
Strong P&L literacy with experience managing cost centres and driving margin improvements
Experienced in leading and developing large, diverse teams (30+ headcount)
Analytical and data-driven mindset — comfortable working with operational metrics and performance dashboards
Excellent problem-solving skills with a hands-on, “get-it-done” attitude
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills; able to work closely with senior leadership
Proficiency in tools such as Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, or equivalent operational management systems
Nice to Have
Formal training or certification in Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies
Experience in multi-SKU or high-volume food production environments
Familiarity with food safety standards (HACCP, SFA) is a plus but not required
Why Join Us
Direct impact: report to the CEO and shape the operational future of a growing F&B company
Ownership and autonomy over a significant team and operational budget
Be part of a lean, ambitious team that values results over bureaucracy
Competitive compensation commensurate with experience
SIMPLE FOOD SOLUTIONS (SFS) are kitchens of innovations dedicated to simplify food preparation. For our F&B Clients, this means spending less time cooking and more time delighting customers with quick, consistently delicious fare. Our R&D team consists of master chefs and food scientists who work together to develop innovative solutions that prolong food shelf-life while maintaining its quality and flavor. we take time to deeply understand the intricacies of our client’s operations to customize the simplest, smartest solution.
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