Chef Position Opening at NAOH Restaurant(Korean cuisine)

Chef Position Opening at NAOH Restaurant(Korean cuisine)

Jurong West, Singapore

Company
BUJA PTE. LTD.
Location
Singapore
Salary
$3Kโ€“$4.5K a month
Posted
18 days ago
Via
via MyCareersFuture

Job Description
Join a One-of-a-Kind Culinary Concept by Chef Corey Lee in Singapore

We are excited to invite passionate culinary professionals to be part of an extraordinary venture led by Chef Corey Lee, the acclaimed chef behind the three Michelin-starred Benu in San Francisco. Located at 2 Bulim Ave, Jurong West, Na Oh restaurant brings authentic Korean cuisine to a groundbreaking setting โ€” within a cutting-edge automotive manufacturing facility.

Unique Dining Experience: The restaurant boasts beautiful architecture, creating an aesthetically pleasing environment for guests. Working here, you will be part of the most advanced kitchen in Singapore, offering a truly unique culinary experience.

Innovative Partnership: The restaurant is developed through a unique partnership, blending the expertise of a top automotive manufacturer with the culinary excellence of a Michelin-starred dining establishment.

Experimental Ingredients: Our menu will feature experimental ingredients, including fresh vegetables harvested from a smart farm located within the factory. This approach ensures ensuring unmatched freshness and quality.

Positions Available

ยท Sous Chef

ยท Chef de Partie

Salary and Benefits

ยท Employment Type: Full-time (9-hour shifts)

ยท Monthly Salary: SGD $3,000โ€“$4,500 (Salary depends on position held)

ยท Overtime pay

ยท Yearly performance-based bonus / AWS

ยท Fixed transportation allowance

ยท Medical coverage, including GP visits and hospitalization

ยท Opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art kitchen environment

ยท Direct mentorship from a Michelin 3-star chef

ยท Creative and collaborative work culture

Qualifications

ยท In-depth knowledge of traditional and modern Korean cooking techniques (preferred)

ยท Culinary degree or relevant certification (preferred)

ยท Strong leadership and organizational skills

ยท Collaborative spirit with a positive team mindset

ยท Familiarity with food safety and sanitation regulations

Key Responsibilities

ยท Follow head chef and executive chef directions to consistently deliver exceptional food

ยท Study and execute recipes provided by the kitchen leadership team

ยท Ensure timely setup and flawless mise en place at your station

ยท Prepare a variety of dishes, including meats, vegetables, and desserts, to the highest standards

ยท Maintain cleanliness of your workstation and adhere to hygiene protocols

ยท Sanitize work areas, utensils, dishes, and kitchen equipment

ยท Weigh and measure ingredients accurately

ยท Stores all food - prepared and unprepared - in appropriately sized containers bearing the item name, the date it was received, and your initials

ยท Support a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen environment

Why Join Us?

ยท Work with a Michelin-starred chef: Learn and grow under the mentorship of Corey Lee

ยท Experience a unique setting: Be part of an experimental and immersive dining concept in an extraordinary location

ยท Contribute to innovation: Help pioneer a new standard in Korean fine dining using farm-to-table ingredients harvested from our in-house smart farm

ยท Be part of culinary excellence: Join a high-caliber team in one of Singaporeโ€™s most advanced kitchens

Ready to take your culinary career to the next level, be part of something bold, beautiful, and uniquely Korean โ€” right here in Singapore?

Email your resume to: [email protected]
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