Kitchen Manager (School Canteen)

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