Chinese and Western Cuisine Cook

Job Summary

The Cookis responsible for preparing and cooking a variety of Chinese and Western dishes for daily canteen operations. The successful candidate must be able to independently handle food preparation, cooking and meal service while maintaining consistent food quality, taste, presentation and portion control. The candidate is also expected to ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene and workplace cleanliness standards.

Key Responsibilities

A. Food Preparation & Cooking

• Prepare and cook a variety of Chinese and Western dishes according to the daily menu and operational requirements.
• Demonstrate the ability to independently prepare and cook dishes using appropriate cooking techniques.
• Handle food preparation, including washing, cutting, marinating, seasoning and portioning ingredients.
• Ensure food is cooked properly and served at the appropriate temperature.
• Maintain consistency in food quality, taste, presentation and portion sizes.
• Assist in menu preparation and recommend suitable dishes where necessary.
• Ensure timely preparation and replenishment of food during meal service periods.
  

B. Kitchen Operations & Food Quality

• Monitor the freshness and quality of ingredients before use.
• Ensure proper storage, labelling and stock rotation of food ingredients using the FIFO (First-In, First-Out) method.
• Monitor food inventory and inform the supervisor of ingredients requiring replenishment.
• Minimise food wastage through proper ingredient handling and portion control.
• Ensure kitchen equipment and utensils are properly used and maintained.
  

C. Food Safety & Hygiene

• Comply with SFA food safety and hygiene requirements and the Company's food handling procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of kitchen workstations, cooking equipment and food preparation areas.
• Ensure proper food handling, storage and temperature control at all times.
• Practise good personal hygiene and wear the required protective attire, including hair nets.
• Ensure raw and cooked food are handled and stored separately to prevent cross-contamination.
  

D. General Operational Support

• Work closely with the kitchen team and canteen operations staff to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Assist with kitchen opening and closing duties, including cleaning and preparation.
• Support daily meal production according to the required headcount and operational needs.
• Perform other reasonable kitchen-related duties as assigned by the supervisor.
  
  

Job Requirements

• Minimum 2–3 years of relevant cooking experience in Chinese and Western cuisine.
• Able to independently prepare and cook both Chinese and Western dishes.
• Familiar with various cooking methods, food preparation techniques and kitchen operations.
• Knowledge of food safety, hygiene and proper food storage practices.
• Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Responsible, hardworking and able to work independently as well as in a team.
• Good time management skills and able to meet daily meal preparation schedules.
• Must be able to commit to working from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM, 6 days per week.
• Relevant food safety and hygiene certification will be an advantage.
• Working Location : 1 Woodlands Ind Park D Street 1, Singapore 738799