CDP / Sous Chef

We are seeking a skilled and passionate CDP / Sous Chef to support daily kitchen operations and maintain high culinary standards. The ideal candidate will have strong operational experience, leadership capabilities, and a keen eye for food quality, cost control, and team development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring dishes are prepared accurately, consistently, and delivered promptly during service.
• Manage food cost performance by minimizing wastage, monitoring portion control, and optimizing ingredient usage.
• Conduct regular quality checks and make real-time adjustments to uphold culinary standards.
• Oversee stock control and inventory management to ensure efficient kitchen operations.
• Support purchasing and receiving processes, ensuring quality and compliance of all deliveries.
• Enforce food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards, including proper storage and handling practices.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well-maintained kitchen environment.
• Prepare and manage staff rosters to ensure optimal manpower planning.
• Collaborate with the Head Chef on menu development and seasonal offerings.
• Lead kitchen training initiatives and ensure team competency.
• Monitor staff performance and provide coaching to maintain operational excellence.
• Represent the kitchen in management meetings, conduct daily briefings, and support strong team communication.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a CDP, Sous Chef, or similar kitchen leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of kitchen operations, food safety standards, and inventory management.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining consistency and quality.
• Good leadership, communication, and team management skills.
• Passion for culinary innovation and continuous improvement.

Interested candidates are invited to send in your Resume in MS Word Format stating your past work experience, reasons for each job move, and your past and expected salary.

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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EA Personnel Number: Ng Zhenyu (R1326341)
MOM EA License: 19C9782
Cultivar Asia Pte Ltd