Roles & Responsibilities

Japanese Omakase Fine Dining Restaurant (Yakitori) is seeking an experienced, and professional Head Chef.

• Ensure efficient running and daily operations of the outlet under purview.
• Control and monitor the optimum food cost to yield the maximum amount of outlet profit and maximum guest satisfaction.
• Check that the quality of food prepared by staff meets the required standard and make necessary adjustments.
• Monitors food quality and quantity to ensure the most economical usage of ingredients.
• Assist in daily purchasing and receiving of goods and ensure the quality of goods delivered by suppliers.
• Follow Food & Beverage Safety and Hygiene policies and procedures and ensure proper storage methods.
• Plan monthly roster to ensure smooth operations and high productivity.
• Create new menu items and seasonal/ daily specials as a head chef.
• Oversee the cleanliness, hygiene and maintenance of the kitchen and undertakes steps necessary to maintain the highest possible standard in this area.
• Manage the training functions and ensure all staff are certified in their position before taking charge of an area of responsibility.
• Monitor staff performance in all phases of job functions, ensuring that all procedures are carried out to restaurant standards, and provide direct coaching when necessary.
• Holds daily briefings, and communicates upwards to ensure a high level of staff satisfaction.

Job Requirements:

• At least 3 years of working experience as Yakitori Chef in the related field is required for this position.
• Good knowledge of various yakitori types and techniques.
• Possess leadership and management skills.
• Good knowledge and creativity in food planning and preparation.
• Hands-on individual who is willing to get involved and lead by example.
• Must be able to work on weekends and public holidays.