Senior Kappo Chef

Job Description & Requirements

Stylez Pte Ltd operates multiple Japanese dining establishments in Singapore, including a kaiseki/kappo restaurant, a robata kappo outlet, an izakaya, and a Western dining venue. We are seeking an experienced Senior Kaiseki Chef for our kaiseki/kappo restaurant, Shunsui, where the chef is required to handle both back-of-house hot kitchen operations and front-of-house counter service preparing sushi and sashimi directly in front of guests.

Job Description

- Lead and take full responsibility for both the hot kitchen and the sushi/sashimi counter
- Prepare and serve sushi, sashimi, and other raw seafood dishes directly to guests at the counter, engaging with diners in a traditional itamae style
- Develop and execute kaiseki-inspired seasonal courses and kappo menus rooted in traditional Japanese culinary techniques
- Perform fish butchery (oroshi) and break down whole fish to fine-dining standards
- Operate the yakimono (charcoal grilling) station as part of hot kitchen duties
- Control food cost within the target ratio and manage kitchen-related operating costs on a monthly basis
- Oversee procurement and supplier selection for ingredients sourced from Singapore-based suppliers
- Train and evaluate junior kitchen staff to uphold authentic Japanese culinary standards

Requirements

- Minimum 5 years of professional experience in a high-end Japanese kaiseki, kappo, or ryotei establishment, with hands-on experience in BOTH hot kitchen operations and counter-service sushi/sashimi preparation
- Proven ability to perform itamae-style counter service, including direct customer interaction in a fine-dining setting
- Strong knife skills and demonstrated experience in fish butchery (oroshi), sashimi cutting, and sushi preparation
- Formal training in traditional Japanese fine-dining techniques across multiple kaiseki sections (mukouzuke, yakimono, nimono, etc.)
- Proven track record in food cost management against defined target ratios
- Demonstrated experience managing supplier relationships, including ordering and inventory control