Sous Chef

Job Summary

We are looking for a skilled and passionate Sous Chef to join our vibrant team in Singapore. You will play a key leadership role in supporting the Head Chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations, ensuring the preparation and execution of traditional Greek dishes with consistency and excellence. This is a fantastic opportunity to bring the flavors of the Mediterranean to life in a modern, dynamic kitchen environment while mentoring and guiding the culinary team.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations to ensure smooth and efficient service.

• Supervise and coordinate all kitchen sections, ensuring consistency in food quality, presentation, and portion standards.

• Prepare and oversee the cooking of high-quality dishes in accordance with Greek culinary traditions and restaurant recipes.

• Lead and support the kitchen team during service, ensuring timely preparation and delivery of dishes.

• Train, mentor, and guide junior chefs and kitchen assistants to maintain high culinary and operational standards.

• Ensure compliance with all food hygiene, sanitation, and workplace safety regulations in accordance with SFA standards.

• Monitor stock levels, assist with inventory management, stock ordering, and minimise food wastage through proper control procedures.

• Support the Head Chef in menu planning, recipe development, costing, and the introduction of seasonal or regional Greek specialties.

• Conduct routine checks on food quality, freshness, and kitchen cleanliness to maintain operational excellence.

• Assist in scheduling kitchen staff and ensuring adequate manpower during operations.

• Maintain a clean, organised, and efficient kitchen environment at all times.

• Take charge of kitchen operations and decision-making in the absence of the Head Chef.

Preferred Qualification & Experience

• GCE N/O Level or Diploma in Culinary Arts.

• Minimum 5 years of relevant culinary experience in restaurants, including supervisory or leadership experience.

• Possess WSQ Follow Food and Beverage Safety and Hygiene Policies and Procedures certification.

• Understanding of Greek culture and good working knowledge of Greek cuisine would be advantageous but not compulsory.

• Strong leadership, communication, and team management skills.

• Able to work on weekends, eve of public holidays, and public holidays.

• Able to work on a 5.5-day work week schedule.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and Medical Benefits

• Career progression opportunities

• Work in a dynamic and supportive team environment