Build Your Craft at One of Singapore’s Most Refined Kitchens

Commis Chef

Culinary Arts Pte.Ltd.

Updated Date: 15 Jan 2026

Industry F&B (Japanese)
Job Category Kitchen (Chefs/Cooks)
Salary $2,700 - $3,000 SGD
Job Type Full-Time
Location Central Business District
Working Hours 5 day work week 12 hours shift including break Split shift (lunch and dinner service)

Highlights

Refined kitchen with high culinary standards
Direct learning from experienced chefs
Strong foundation for long-term career growth

Top Reasons to Apply

Learn Precision in a High-Standard Kitchen

Working as a Commis Chef at Araya, you will be immersed in a kitchen where precision, consistency, and attention to detail are non-negotiable. This is an environment designed for chefs who want to build strong fundamentals in a refined dining setting. From mise en place to service execution, you will learn how a professional kitchen operates at a high standard. Under the guidance of experienced chefs, you will develop discipline, technical accuracy, and an understanding of quality that will shape your long-term culinary career.
Hands-On Growth Under Experienced Chefs

At Araya, learning happens every day on the floor, not just in theory. As a Commis Chef, you will work closely with the Chef de Partie and senior kitchen members, gaining hands-on exposure to service, prep, and post-service operations. You will be trusted with real responsibilities while receiving structured guidance and feedback. This role is ideal for chefs who want to sharpen their skills, build confidence under pressure, and grow steadily within a professional brigade that values teamwork and mentorship.
A Professional Environment That Values Discipline and Teamwork

Araya offers a structured and respectful kitchen culture where professionalism, hygiene standards, and teamwork are taken seriously. Clear SOPs, strong communication, and mutual support ensure smooth daily operations—even during busy services. This is a workplace for individuals who take pride in their craft, respect process, and thrive in a fast-paced but organized environment. If you are seeking stability, clear expectations, and a team that pushes each other to be better, Araya provides the right foundation.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Prepare and execute dishes from your assigned section with precision, consistency, and high presentation standards. • Assist the Chef de Partie in mise en place, service, and kitchen cleanliness. • Uphold hygiene and safety standards according to SFA and internal SOPs. • Communicate effectively with team members to ensure smooth kitchen workflow. • Participate in daily prep, service, and post-service duties with a proactive and professional attitude. • Receive and store deliveries properly, maintaining stock rotation and quality checks

Qualifications and Requirements

• Minimum 1 years of kitchen experience in a refined or upscale restaurant setting. • Basic knife skills and understanding of mise en place systems. • Strong work ethic, adaptability, and attention to detail. • Good communication skills and ability to work well under pressure

Working Condition

Salary

Allowance • Corporate Insurance • Meal Allowance • Flexi Benefit

Leaves

• 14 days AL • 60 days hospitalization leave (inclusive of 14 days sick leave)

Working hours

5 day work week 12 hours shift including break Split shift (lunch and dinner service)

Working Environment

Career Path

Chef De Partie ➝　Sous Chef

From the team

This Is Where You Learn What ‘Professional’ Really Means

Working at Araya has completely reshaped how I see cooking. Every detail matters here—from mise en place to plating to how we move during service. It’s demanding, but that’s exactly why you grow fast. You’re surrounded by people who take pride in their work and push each other to be better every day. As a chef, you’re not just cooking—you’re learning discipline, structure, and consistency. If you want to build real skills and understand what a refined kitchen truly operates like, this is the right place to start.

From our career consultant

A Strong First Step for Chefs Who Take Their Craft Seriously.

From a career advisor’s perspective, this role at Araya is ideal for chefs who want to build a solid professional foundation. It suits individuals who value structure, high standards, and learning through real kitchen experience—not shortcuts. If you have basic skills, a strong work ethic, and the desire to grow in a refined dining environment, this position will accelerate your development. Araya is not for those looking for an easy kitchen—it’s for those who want to be better chefs tomorrow than they are today. If that mindset resonates with you, we strongly encourage you to apply.