Head Chef – Baking & Pastry | Central Kitchen, Tampines | $4500 – $6000
Mission Central Kitchen (Mission Group) is hiring a Head Chef – Baking & Pastry to lead all bakery and pastry production at our central kitchen in Hersing Kitchen, Tampines. You’ll mainly produce for Chin Mee Chin, Singapore’s 101-year-old heritage bakery, and support our other concepts such as Casa Vostra, PETRA and Carlitos.
What you’ll do:
Lead daily baking and pastry production for Chin Mee Chin and other Group concepts
Plan production schedules to meet outlet orders and delivery timelines
Keep every batch consistent in taste, texture and presentation
Protect Chin Mee Chin’s heritage recipes while improving processes
Develop new and seasonal products; standardise recipes for scale
Manage ordering, stock, food cost and wastage
Lead, train and roster bakers and pastry cooks
Ensure SFA, HACCP and workplace safety compliance
What we’re looking for:
8+ years in baking and pastry, incl. 3+ years as Head Baker, Pastry Chef or Pastry Sous Chef
Central kitchen, commercial bakery or large-scale production experience preferred
Strong skills in breads, laminated doughs, pastries and desserts
Experience in production planning, costing and inventory
Strong leader who builds disciplined, positive teams
WSQ Food Safety Course Level 1 (Level 3 is a plus)
Able to work early mornings, weekends and PHs as required
Experience with French & traditional local bakes is a plus
What we offer:
Competitive salary + performance incentives
5-day work week
Annual leave / medical benefits / staff meals
Dining privileges across Mission Group concepts
Lead the bakery behind a 101-year-old heritage brand
Career growth in an expanding hospitality group
Hersing Kitchen, Tampines
Apply now! Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.