Chinese Restaurant Head Chef
Company
White Restaurant
Location
Singapore
Posted
3 days ago
Via
via Jobstreet
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Job Description
1. Day-to-Day Operations:
• Manage all daily front-of-house (FOH) and back-of-house (BOH) operations, ensuring smooth restaurant functioning as per company SOPs.
• Supervise and support staff to provide excellent customer service.
• Coordinate with the kitchen and FOH teams to ensure seamless service during peak hours.
• Monitor restaurant operations to ensure the highest levels of efficiency, from food preparation to table turnover.
• Manage inventory, ordering, and waste to optimize resource use and cost control.
2. Staff Management & Development:
• Recruit, train, and manage restaurant staff, ensuring that all team members meet performance expectations.
• Conduct & evaluate regular performance reviews and implement training programs to enhance staff skill sets.
• Manage staff scheduling to ensure optimal coverage during peak hours.
3. Customer Service & Satisfaction:
• Monitor customer feedback and ensure that customer service meets or exceeds company standards.
• Ensure excellent customer service, resolve customer complaints, and maintain a high level of customer satisfaction.
4. Sales & Profitability:
• Collaborate with the Restaurant Manager & Operations Manager to implement strategies for achieving sales and profitability targets.
• Monitor daily revenue, control labour and food costs, and implement initiatives to improve profitability.
• Report on restaurant performance to the Restaurant Manager & Operations Manager, providing insights on staff, operations, and customer satisfaction.
5. Health & Safety Compliance:
• Ensure that the restaurant complies with health and food safety regulations, including hygiene, sanitation, and staff safety.
• Conduct regular safety checks and audits to identify and resolve any potential hazards.
6. Labour Cost Management
• Ensure that labour expenses are align with budgetary goals.
• Implement strategies to maximize productivity.
7. Administrative Tasks:
• Fulfil and adhere to all required administrative work as per the directives from all the supporting departments.
• Ensure timely submission of reports such as staff attendance, payroll-related documents, and financial data (e.g., expense reports, inventory costs).
• Coordinate training schedules for staff and ensure compliance with internal training programs.
• Assist the marketing team with promotional campaigns by implementing and monitoring in-house promotions.
• Manage all daily front-of-house (FOH) and back-of-house (BOH) operations, ensuring smooth restaurant functioning as per company SOPs.
• Supervise and support staff to provide excellent customer service.
• Coordinate with the kitchen and FOH teams to ensure seamless service during peak hours.
• Monitor restaurant operations to ensure the highest levels of efficiency, from food preparation to table turnover.
• Manage inventory, ordering, and waste to optimize resource use and cost control.
2. Staff Management & Development:
• Recruit, train, and manage restaurant staff, ensuring that all team members meet performance expectations.
• Conduct & evaluate regular performance reviews and implement training programs to enhance staff skill sets.
• Manage staff scheduling to ensure optimal coverage during peak hours.
3. Customer Service & Satisfaction:
• Monitor customer feedback and ensure that customer service meets or exceeds company standards.
• Ensure excellent customer service, resolve customer complaints, and maintain a high level of customer satisfaction.
4. Sales & Profitability:
• Collaborate with the Restaurant Manager & Operations Manager to implement strategies for achieving sales and profitability targets.
• Monitor daily revenue, control labour and food costs, and implement initiatives to improve profitability.
• Report on restaurant performance to the Restaurant Manager & Operations Manager, providing insights on staff, operations, and customer satisfaction.
5. Health & Safety Compliance:
• Ensure that the restaurant complies with health and food safety regulations, including hygiene, sanitation, and staff safety.
• Conduct regular safety checks and audits to identify and resolve any potential hazards.
6. Labour Cost Management
• Ensure that labour expenses are align with budgetary goals.
• Implement strategies to maximize productivity.
7. Administrative Tasks:
• Fulfil and adhere to all required administrative work as per the directives from all the supporting departments.
• Ensure timely submission of reports such as staff attendance, payroll-related documents, and financial data (e.g., expense reports, inventory costs).
• Coordinate training schedules for staff and ensure compliance with internal training programs.
• Assist the marketing team with promotional campaigns by implementing and monitoring in-house promotions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Restaurant Jobs
What is the minimum monthly salary for foreign work permit holders in Singapore restaurant jobs starting January 2026?
The Ministry of Manpower requires a minimum fixed monthly salary of SGD 2,250 for Work Permit holders employed in food services roles from 1 January 2026. Overtime must be paid at 1.5 times the hourly rate for hours worked beyond 44 per week. Employers must also contribute to CPF for Singaporean and PR staff at 20% employee and 17% employer rates.
What work pass do foreigners need to legally work in Singapore restaurants in 2026?
Foreigners must hold a valid Work Permit issued by the Ministry of Manpower for restaurant positions such as kitchen assistants or service crew. Applications require the employer to be registered and the worker to pass a medical examination within 14 days of arrival. The permit is valid for up to 2 years and tied to the specific employer.
What education and experience are required for restaurant server roles in Singapore?
No formal education qualification is mandated by the Ministry of Manpower for Work Permit holders in food services. Applicants must be at least 18 years old and have no criminal record. Prior F&B experience is assessed directly by the employer during hiring.
Which documents are needed to apply for a restaurant job Work Permit in Singapore?
The Ministry of Manpower requires a valid passport, completed medical report from an approved clinic, and passport-sized photos for Work Permit applications in 2026. Employers must submit the application online within 14 days of the worker's arrival and provide the original permit upon approval.
