Senior Sous Chef
Nextbeat Singapore Pte Ltd
Updated Date : 03 Jul 2025

- Industry: F&B (Others)
- Job Category: Kitchen(Cook)
- Salary: $5,000 - $6,000 SGD
- Job Type: Full-Time
- Location: Central Business District
Description
We are seeking a highly skilled and accomplished Head Chef to take ownership of the daily success of our kitchen operations. This pivotal role requires an individual with strong culinary talents who can lead by example while managing all aspects of food-related functions. The Head Chef will be instrumental in continuously enhancing both guest and employee satisfaction, all while effectively managing the operational budget. This leader will oversee all kitchen areas, ensuring the consistent production of high-quality food, and will be responsible for guiding and developing their team. Maintaining impeccable sanitation and food safety standards is paramount.
Responsibilities and Duties
* Take ultimate responsibility for the daily operational success of the kitchen. * Personally execute culinary tasks while providing leadership and direction to the kitchen staff. * Manage all food-related operations, ensuring efficiency and quality. * Strive for continuous improvement in both guest and employee satisfaction levels. * Effectively manage the kitchen's operating budget. * Supervise all kitchen areas to guarantee a consistently high-quality food product. * Guide and develop kitchen staff, including those in direct reporting lines. * Ensure that all sanitation and food safety standards are consistently met. * Lead the culinary team with strong interpersonal and communication skills, fostering trust and respect. * Supervise and manage kitchen employees, overseeing all day-to-day operations and understanding their roles. * Cultivate a positive and collaborative environment among team members. * Serve as a role model, demonstrating appropriate professional conduct. * Ensure and maintain a high level of productivity among kitchen staff. * Seek and consider employee feedback, utilizing an open-door policy to address concerns. * Ensure that employees clearly understand expectations and guidelines. * Establish and maintain open communication and collaboration within the team. * Recognize and celebrate team members' contributions publicly. * Lead kitchen shifts while personally preparing food items according to specifications. * Supervise and coordinate the activities of cooks and other kitchen personnel involved in food preparation. * Develop innovative culinary applications, ideas, and presentations. * Oversee kitchen shift operations, ensuring adherence to all food and beverage policies and standards. * Identify and appreciate superior quality in food products, presentations, and flavors. * Ensure strict compliance with food handling and sanitation regulations. * Maintain proper handling and temperature control of all food items. * Verify that kitchen employees hold the necessary food handling and sanitation certifications. * Support the Executive Chef in all kitchen-related activities. * Maintain standards for purchasing, receiving, and storing food supplies. * Prepare and cook a diverse range of foods for regular service, special guests, and events. * Inspect the quality of both raw and cooked food to ensure adherence to standards. * Assist in determining food presentation and create attractive food displays. * Provide exceptional service that exceeds customer expectations and fosters loyalty. * Manage daily operations to ensure quality, standards, and customer expectations are consistently met. * Enhance service by effectively communicating with and assisting guests, providing guidance and coaching to staff. * Observe employee service behaviors and offer constructive feedback. * Continuously strive to improve service performance within the team. * Emphasize guest satisfaction in all team meetings and focus on ongoing improvement. * Empower employees to deliver excellent customer service. * Set a positive example for guest relations within the kitchen. * Achieve and surpass performance, budget, and team goals. * Develop specific goals and plans to prioritize and organize work effectively. * Understand the impact of kitchen operations on overall financial goals and manage resources accordingly. * Train employees on all relevant safety procedures. * Identify staff development needs and provide coaching and mentoring. * Recognize educational needs and facilitate training programs for the team. * Manage payroll administration efficiently. * Bring relevant issues to the attention of department management and Human Resources. * Utilize labor management systems for effective scheduling and timekeeping. * Review staffing levels to balance guest service, operational needs, and financial targets. * Participate in employee disciplinary procedures as needed. * Contribute to the employee performance appraisal process by providing feedback. * Assist in the development and implementation of corrective action plans. * Communicate effectively with supervisors, colleagues, and subordinates through various channels. * Analyze information and evaluate results to make informed decisions and solve problems. * Attend and actively participate in all relevant meetings.
Qualifications and Requirements
* High school diploma or GED, with at least four years of experience in a culinary, food and beverage, or related professional field. * OR a two-year degree from an accredited university in Culinary Arts, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or a related major, with at least two years of experience in a similar professional area. * Demonstrated ability to lead, influence, and encourage others effectively. * Proven experience in supervising and managing kitchen employees and daily operations. * Strong interpersonal and communication skills. * Ability to build trust, respect, and cooperation within a team. * Experience in maintaining and improving employee productivity. * Ability to solicit and address employee feedback and concerns. * Thorough understanding of employee expectations and performance parameters. * Proven ability to establish and maintain collaborative relationships with team members. * Experience in recognizing and celebrating team successes. * Strong culinary skills with the ability to personally prepare food items to specification. * Experience in supervising and coordinating kitchen staff during food preparation. * Ability to develop and innovate in culinary applications and presentations. * Comprehensive understanding of food and beverage policies, standards, and procedures. * Ability to recognize and ensure superior food quality, presentation, and flavor. * Thorough knowledge of and adherence to food handling and sanitation standards. * Understanding of proper food handling and temperature control. * Verification of required food handling and sanitation certifications for oneself and the team. * Experience in supporting overall kitchen operations. * Knowledge of purchasing, receiving, and food storage standards. * Proven ability to prepare and cook a wide variety of foods. * Skill in checking the quality of raw and cooked food products. * Experience in determining food presentation and creating decorative displays. * Dedication to providing exceptional customer service and exceeding expectations. * Experience in managing daily operations to ensure quality and customer satisfaction. * Ability to improve service through effective communication and coaching. * Skill in observing and providing feedback on employee service behaviors. * Commitment to continuous improvement in service performance. * Ability to empower employees to deliver excellent customer service. * A positive and professional approach to guest relations. * Proven ability to achieve and exceed performance, budget, and team goals. * Strong organizational and planning skills. * Understanding of the impact of kitchen operations on overall financial objectives. * Experience in training employees on safety procedures. * Ability to identify developmental needs and provide coaching and mentoring. * Experience in identifying educational needs and facilitating training. * Competence in managing payroll administration. * Ability to identify and escalate relevant issues to management and HR. * Experience using labor management systems for scheduling and timekeeping. * Ability to review staffing levels to meet operational and financial needs. * Participation in employee disciplinary and performance appraisal processes. * Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. * Analytical and problem-solving abilities. * Willingness to attend and participate in relevant meetings.
Working Condition
Salary
Basic Salary 5000
Company
Nextbeat Singapore Pte Ltd
6A Shenton Way, #04-01, The Work Project, OUE Downtown Gallery, Singapore 068815
Working Location
Confidential
Central Business District (CBD)
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