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Introduction:

Our client is an established F&B operator in Singapore, known for managing a diverse collection of multi-concept gastrobars across prominent locations. They are seeking for Sous Chef - Korean/Japanese Cuisines.

Responsibilities:

Menu Development:

• Suggest and recommend improvements in existing food recipe for top quality satisfaction.
• Be in the trend of new food menu.
• Research and development unique recipes, monthly and seasonally.
• Suggest and present food tasting with the Management Team on new menu.

Staff Management:

• Hire, train and supervise staff.
• Schedule employees schedules.
• Highlight and address staffs disciplinary issues and conflicts.
• Devise strategies and teaching plans to improve all staff skillsets.
• Conduct staffs performance reviews and set performance goals and provide constructive feedback
• Review and recommend new processes to increase productivity and efficiency levels of all staff.

Food Service:

• Implement processes and devise strategies to improve staffs productivity and efficiency levels.
• Train and educate staff on food service.
• Enforcing top of the line food service is executed from all staff.
• Ensure customer service and overall satisfaction.
• Ensure all Chef execute the operations according to the system and processes in place.
• Handles customers complaints and gather feedback to improve processes.

Inventory Management:

• Oversees inventory levels for food and supplies.
• Monitor kitchens inventory control.
• Coordinate and ensure timely deliveries.

Quality Control:

• Maintain high standards for food quality.
• Being hands-on and ensure that all chef is delivering high standards and quality.

Cost control:

• Manage operational costs and expenses.
• Implement cost-saving measures without compromising quality.
• Negotiate with existing suppliers to bring down COGS.
• Optimize food wastage and sustainability.

Hygiene and Facilities Management:

• Ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of the kitchen is at top of the line
• Recommend new processes to improve the overall hygiene of the outlet
• Implement new processes to ensure sanitation standards.
• Schedule regular inspections and maintenance tasks, ensuring that the task are done on time.
• Coordinate repairs and maintenance as needed.

Marketing and Promotions:

• Work with our Creative Marketing Team to devise new promotions.
• Collaborate with the Creative Marketing Team to come up with new contents to attract customers.
• Monitor the effectiveness of promotions and update the data accordingly.
• Ensure that the marketing objectives are always met.

Event Management:

• Plan and execute outlets monthly events and promotions with the Creative Marketing Team.
• Coordinate the logistics and ensure set ups of monthly events is done according to plan
• Coordinate the operations workflows for Kitchen, Bar and Service Crew for private events.

Financial Management:

• Prepare and record food sales report.
• Monitor and analyze food performance report.
• Book-keeping of existing recipes, new recipes, cost & food performance report.
• Contribute to budget planning and financial forecasting.

Communications:

• Be the connecting bridge between all departments, Creative Marketing, Floor Team, Management Team.
• Research and source new suppliers for high-quality ingredients.
• Prompt and swift reply to the Management Team.
• Prompt and swift execution of instructions from the Management Team.

Requirements:

• Diploma in Culinary Arts/degree from a recognized institution, or equivalent practical experience in the kitchen
• At least 4- 6 years of experience in a kitchen or culinary management role, preferably in a high-volume or multi-concept establishment.
• Food safety and hygiene certification (e.g., HACCP, Food Handler's Certification)
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Attention to detail, creativity, and a passion for food.
• Ability to thrive under pressure and multitask effectively.