The posting
Job Title: Kitchen Manager / Canteen Division Manager
Monthly Salary: UP to $12,000 (Negotiable)
Working Address: West Coast
Working hours: 44HRS/week
Mon–Fri 6:00am–5:00pm (3-hour break)
Sat 6:00am–10:00am
Benefits:
- Annual Leave entitlement
- Variable Bonus
- Competitive Salary
Responsibilities & Duties:
Menu Planning & Nutrition
- Plan monthly menus covering three meals a day for students, ensuring meals are nutritionally balanced and include appropriate levels of protein, vitamins and other essential nutrients.
- Plan well-balanced meals with generous and age-appropriate portions suitable for high school students.
- Develop appealing breakfast options to encourage students who may tend to skip breakfast.
- Create and propose new menu items and meal ideas to provide variety.
Cooking & Food Quality
- Prepare and cook a wide variety of dishes using different cooking methods, including baking, grilling, steaming and deep-frying.
- Handle a wide range of ingredients, including raw fish, meat, poultry, vegetables and other food products.
- Ensure all food prepared is fresh and meets the required quality standards.
- Ensure food portions, taste and presentation consistently meet company standards.
- Prepare and portion ingredients according to daily requirements to ensure adequate supply and minimize food wastage.
Food Safety & Hygiene
- Ensure ingredients are properly handled and stored at the correct temperatures to maintain freshness and prevent spoilage.
- Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene and sanitation in accordance with company requirements.
- Keep the kitchen, utensils, equipment and work areas clean, hygienic and safe at all times.
Team & Operations Management
- Lead, train and supervise a team of 8 kitchen staff to ensure smooth daily operations and adherence to company standards.
- Prepare and manage staff duty rosters to ensure adequate manpower coverage.
- Monitor kitchen supplies and ensure the correct ingredients and supplies are ordered in sufficient quantities.
- Address enquiries and feedback from students, staff or relevant parties when required.
- Liaise with school management on kitchen operations, food quality and other relevant matters.
- Perform any other duties as assigned by management.
Qualifications & Requirements
Must Have:
- Proven cooking experience with the ability to be hands-on with daily kitchen operations and food preparation.
- Previous experience leading or supervising a kitchen team.
- Ability to plan and prepare nutritionally balanced menus suitable for students.
- Valid Food Hygiene Certificate, or willingness to obtain one (subject to confirmation with client).
- Good communication and teamwork skills, with strong personal hygiene practices.
Preferred:
- Experience working in a school canteen or central kitchen is strongly preferred.
- Experience in institutional catering, such as schools, hospitals or corporate canteens, will be an advantage.
Nextbeat Singapore Pte. Ltd. EA License Number: 22C1267 EA Personnel No: R22110252



