COOK / KITCHEN ASSISTANT

URGENT HIRING – COOK / KITCHEN ASSISTANT

SINGAPOREAN ONLY – NO QUOTA AVAILABLE

We are currently looking for suitable Singaporean candidates to join our kitchen teams at nursing homes and welfare homes in Singapore.

This is an opportunity for candidates with kitchen, cooking, food preparation, catering, hospital, nursing home, or other professional food service experience.

POSITION AVAILABLE

• Kitchen Assistant
• Commis Cook
• Cook
• Sous Chef

EMPLOYMENT TYPE

• Part-Time available
• Full-Time available
• Full-Time: 6 Days Per Week
• Working schedule based on roster
• Various work locations available

SALARY

$1,800 – $3,000 Per Month

WORK LOCATIONS

• Chai Chee
• Henderson
• Hougang
• Tanjong Katong

Work locations may vary depending on the available position and operational requirements.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The kitchens are based in nursing homes and welfare homes in Singapore.

The kitchen team is responsible for supporting daily meal preparation and food production. Staff will work together with Chefs, Commis Cooks, Kitchen Assistants, and other kitchen personnel to prepare food according to the required menu and production schedule.

Candidates should be comfortable working in a professional kitchen environment and following instructions from the Chef or senior kitchen staff.

EXPERIENCE PREFERRED

Candidates with previous experience in heavy cooking are preferred.

Relevant experience includes:

• Catering companies
• Nursing homes
• Hospitals
• Welfare homes
• Institutional kitchens
• Central kitchens
• Large-scale food production
• Professional restaurants
• Food service operations
• Other commercial kitchen environments

Candidates who have experience preparing food in large quantities are encouraged to apply.

KITCHEN ASSISTANT

Kitchen Assistants will support the kitchen team with general daily kitchen operations.

Main duties may include:

• Assisting with food preparation
• Washing and preparing ingredients
• Chopping vegetables
• Cutting meat and other ingredients
• Preparing seafood
• Preparing vegetarian food items
• Packing food
• Assisting with food production
• Assisting Chefs during busy periods
• Cleaning kitchen stations
• Arranging kitchen supplies
• Replenishing ingredients and stocks
• Assisting with deliveries
• Supporting other kitchen staff when required

COMMIS COOK

Commis Cooks will assist the Chef and senior kitchen team with daily food production.

Duties may include:

• Preparing ingredients
• Preparing vegetables
• Preparing meat
• Preparing seafood
• Preparing vegetarian ingredients
• Chopping and cutting ingredients
• Assisting with cooking
• Preparing dishes according to instructions
• Packing cooked food
• Maintaining kitchen cleanliness
• Assisting with stock rotation
• Supporting the Chef during daily production
• Learning different dishes and cooking procedures
• Following menu specifications

COOK

Cooks will be responsible for preparing and cooking food according to the assigned menu and instructions from the Chef or senior kitchen personnel.

Responsibilities may include:

• Preparing raw ingredients
• Cooking food for daily meal production
• Preparing vegetables, meat and seafood
• Preparing vegetarian dishes
• Following recipes and menu specifications
• Maintaining food quality
• Assisting with food preparation planning
• Supporting other kitchen staff
• Checking prepared food
• Maintaining cleanliness and hygiene
• Informing the Chef about excess food items
• Following daily production requirements

SOUS CHEF

Experienced Sous Chefs are welcome to apply.

Depending on experience and assigned responsibilities, the Sous Chef may assist with:

• Daily kitchen operations
• Food preparation
• Cooking and food production
• Coordinating kitchen staff
• Supporting the Chef
• Checking food preparation
• Following menu specifications
• Maintaining food quality
• Monitoring kitchen cleanliness
• Assisting with stock management
• Ensuring kitchen procedures are followed
• Supporting the team during busy production periods

MAIN JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

FOOD PREPARATION

• Assist in all food preparation processes.
• Prepare raw and cooked food materials.
• Wash and prepare vegetables.
• Prepare meat and seafood.
• Prepare vegetarian food items.
• Chop and cut ingredients according to kitchen requirements.
• Portion ingredients when required.
• Prepare ingredients before cooking.
• Pack food products when required.
• Follow preparation instructions from the Chef.
• Ensure ingredients are properly handled.
• Assist with daily meal production.
• Support other kitchen staff during food preparation.

COOKING AND FOOD PRODUCTION

• Cook and prepare food according to the daily menu.
• Follow recipes and cooking instructions.
• Prepare different dishes according to menu specifications.
• Handle raw and cooked food properly.
• Assist with large-scale meal preparation.
• Ensure food is prepared according to the required standards.
• Support the Chef and senior kitchen staff.
• Assist other cooks during busy periods.
• Learn different dishes from other Chefs.
• Follow instructions from higher-level kitchen personnel.
• Maintain consistency during daily food production.

HEAVY COOKING

Candidates with heavy cooking experience are especially encouraged to apply.

Experience in preparing meals in large quantities will be an advantage, particularly for candidates who have previously worked in catering companies, nursing homes, hospitals, welfare homes, institutional kitchens, or other high-volume food production environments.

Candidates should be familiar with working efficiently during daily food production and handling multiple preparation tasks as part of a kitchen team.

STOCK AND INVENTORY SUPPORT

Staff may also be required to assist with basic stock-related duties.

Responsibilities may include:

• Helping with deliveries.
• Receiving and arranging food supplies.
• Replenishing kitchen stocks.
• Assisting with stock rotation.
• Organizing ingredients.
• Keeping storage areas neat.
• Checking available ingredients.
• Informing the Chef when supplies are running low.
• Arranging food products in the appropriate storage areas.
• Ensuring ingredients are properly organized.

CLEANING AND HYGIENE

Maintaining kitchen cleanliness is an important part of the position.

Staff will be expected to:

• Keep kitchen stations clean.
• Clean preparation areas.
• Maintain clean working surfaces.
• Clean equipment and designated areas when required.
• Dispose of waste properly.
• Keep ingredients and supplies organized.
• Follow proper food hygiene practices.
• Follow kitchen cleanliness procedures.
• Maintain good personal hygiene.
• Keep the kitchen environment safe and organized.
• Assist with cleaning duties during and after food production.

FOOD SAFETY

Candidates must follow the kitchen’s food handling and hygiene procedures.

This includes:

• Handling food properly.
• Keeping raw and cooked food appropriately separated.
• Maintaining cleanliness during preparation.
• Following instructions from senior kitchen staff.
• Keeping food preparation areas clean.
• Following workplace food safety procedures.
• Maintaining good hygiene when handling ingredients and prepared food.

FOOD LOGS AND PRODUCTION RECORDS

Staff may be required to assist with maintaining food logs and other kitchen records.

Responsibilities may include:

• Recording required food information.
• Following daily food production procedures.
• Maintaining food preparation records.
• Informing the Chef about excess food items.
• Informing the Chef about products that may be used in daily production.
• Following instructions regarding food usage and production.

KITCHEN TEAMWORK

The successful candidate will work as part of a kitchen team.

Staff should be able to:

• Work together with other kitchen employees.
• Follow instructions from the Chef.
• Assist colleagues when required.
• Communicate properly with other kitchen staff.
• Help during busy kitchen periods.
• Support daily food production.
• Maintain a positive working attitude.
• Learn new preparation methods and dishes.
• Assist other team members with chopping, cutting, packing, and food preparation.
• Follow the kitchen’s daily work arrangement.

MENU AND DISH PREPARATION

Staff will be expected to follow the food menu and preparation requirements provided by the higher-level Chef.

Duties may include:

• Preparing ingredients according to menu requirements.
• Preparing dishes according to instructions.
• Following specified preparation methods.
• Assisting with different dishes.
• Learning new dishes from experienced Chefs.
• Maintaining proper food preparation procedures.
• Ensuring prepared food meets the required specifications.

WORKING DAYS AND SCHEDULE

Full-Time employees are required to work 6 days per week.

Working hours and working days will be based on the roster.

The actual schedule may depend on the operational requirements of the assigned nursing home or welfare home kitchen.

Part-Time positions are also available for suitable candidates.

Candidates should be prepared to follow the assigned work schedule and roster.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Singaporean applicants only.
• No quota available at the moment.
• Previous heavy cooking experience is preferred.
• Catering experience is an advantage.
• Nursing home kitchen experience is an advantage.
• Hospital kitchen experience is an advantage.
• Welfare home kitchen experience is an advantage.
• Professional kitchen experience is preferred.
• Able to work as part of a kitchen team.
• Responsible and hardworking.
• Able to follow instructions.
• Able to maintain kitchen cleanliness.
• Able to follow food hygiene procedures.
• Willing to perform food preparation duties.
• Willing to assist other kitchen staff.
• Able to work according to the assigned roster.
• Full-Time candidates must be able to commit to 6 days per week.

WHO CAN APPLY

The following candidates are welcome to apply:

• Kitchen Assistants
• Commis Cooks
• Experienced Cooks
• Sous Chefs
• Catering Kitchen Staff
• Institutional Kitchen Staff
• Hospital Kitchen Staff
• Nursing Home Kitchen Staff
• Welfare Home Kitchen Staff
• Candidates with heavy cooking experience

BENEFITS

Eligible employees may receive the following benefits:

• Annual Leave
• Medical Leave
• Medical Insurance
• Birthday Leave
• Staff Meals
• AWS
• Annual Salary Increment

Benefits may be subject to the applicable employment arrangement and company terms.

POSITION SUMMARY

Job Title:
Cook / Kitchen Assistant

Other Positions:
Commis Cook / Cook / Sous Chef

Nationality:
Singaporean Only

Quota:
No Quota Available

Locations:
Chai Chee / Henderson / Hougang / Tanjong Katong

Workplace:
Nursing Homes / Welfare Homes

Employment:
Part-Time / Full-Time

Full-Time Schedule:
6 Days Per Week

Working Arrangement:
Based on Roster

Salary:
$1,800 – $3,000 Per Month

Experience:
Heavy Cooking Experience Preferred

Relevant Experience:
Catering / Nursing Homes / Hospitals / Welfare Homes / Professional Kitchens

Benefits:
Annual Leave / Medical Leave / Medical Insurance / Birthday Leave / Staff Meals / AWS / Annual Increment

APPLICATION INFORMATION

Singaporean candidates who are interested in the available Cook, Kitchen Assistant, Commis Cook, or Sous Chef positions may contact the hiring team directly.

When contacting the hiring team, candidates are encouraged to provide their relevant work experience, previous kitchen background, preferred position, and availability.

Candidates with previous heavy cooking experience in catering companies, nursing homes, hospitals, welfare homes, institutional kitchens, or other large-scale food production environments are encouraged to enquire about the available vacancies.

WHATSAPP APPLICATION

WhatsApp:
86111448

Interested candidates may contact the above WhatsApp number for more information regarding the available position, job scope, work location, working schedule, salary, interview arrangement, and employment terms.

Please confirm the latest vacancy availability, salary, working schedule, benefits, and other employment conditions directly with the hiring party before accepting any position.