Join our friendly team at Cafe Yasuragi and Shoko — a modern Japanese cafe and takeaway concept at Millenia Walk serving Japanese comfort food, rice bowls, pastas, soups, coffee, matcha, desserts and drinks in a cosy environment.
We are looking for a responsible, hardworking and passionate Commis Chef to support our kitchen operations. This role is suitable for candidates who enjoy cooking, are willing to learn, and can work well in a fast-paced team environment.
At Cafe Yasuragi and Shoko, we believe in creating memorable hospitality through care, teamwork and attention to detail — for both our guests and our team members.
Why You Will Love Working With Us
- Friendly and supportive working environment
- Modern Japanese cafe concept
- Convenient location, just a short walk from Promenade MRT
- Staff meals provided
- Learn Japanese cafe food preparation, kitchen operations and service standards
- Training and guidance provided by senior kitchen team members
- Opportunity to gain experience in both dine-in and takeaway operations as we have two concepts in Millenia Walk: Shoko and Cafe Yasuragi
- Good career development opportunity for candidates who wish to grow in the F\&B kitchen line
Job Responsibilities
- Assist in the preparation and cooking of food items under the supervision of senior chefs
- Prepare ingredients and mise en place for assigned sections
- Follow standard recipes, portioning and presentation guidelines to maintain consistency
- Support daily kitchen operations before, during and after service
- Ensure full awareness of menu items, recipes, methods of production and presentation standards
- Check and ensure adequate preparation of ingredients, equipment, inventory and supplies for smooth daily operations
- Maintain cleanliness and organisation of workstations, kitchen equipment and storage areas
- Adhere to food safety, hygiene and sanitation standards at all times
- Support the kitchen team during busy service periods
- Assist with receiving, storing and checking ingredients when required
- Perform other ad-hoc kitchen duties as assigned
Salary
Full-Time
$2,200–$3,200 per month, depending on experience
Part-Time
$12–$15 per hour, depending on experience
Working Hours
Full-Time
- 45 hours per week
- Rotating shifts including weekends and public holidays
Part-Time
- Flexible scheduling
- Up to 35 hours per week
Benefits
- Staff meals provided
- Annual leave
- Medical and dental benefits
- Friendly and supportive working environment
- Training and guidance provided
- Convenient town location, 1 minute from Promenade MRT
- Career progression opportunities for suitable candidates
Requirements
- Food Safety and Hygiene Level 1 certification is mandatory
- Basic culinary training or relevant kitchen experience preferred
- Passion for cooking and willingness to learn
- Good understanding of food hygiene and safety practices
- Able to follow recipes, SOPs and instructions closely
- Able to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment
- Team player with good communication skills
- Physically fit and able to stand for long periods
- Able to work shifts, weekends and public holidays
- Positive and responsible working attitude
Preferred
- Prior experience in cafe, restaurant or central kitchen operations
- Experience with Japanese food preparation, rice bowls, pasta, soups or cafe-style food
- Able to work independently after training
- Able to support both dine-in and takeaway kitchen operations
- Openness to work in front-of-house if there is an urgent need
- Willingness to learn multiple kitchen stations
Workplace Details
Cafe Yasuragi \& Shoko
Millenia Walk
9 Raffles Boulevard
Singapore 039596
Applicants may be rostered across Cafe Yasuragi and Shoko based on operational requirements.
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