Chef - Vietnamese Cuisine

Chef - Vietnamese Cuisine


Company
YOU ARE SPECIAL CAFES PTE. LTD.
Location
Singapore
Via
via Punggol Coast Mall

Job Description
As a key member of our team, you will play a vital role in ensuring the highest standards of food quality and service excellence. Your responsibilities will include:

Obedience to restaurant rules and disciplines.
Effective management of the production department, including labor allocation and supervision of subordinates.
Main chef to cook Vietnamese Banh Mi and other dishes.
Familiarity and mastery of all supplies, as well as procurement planning and inventory management.
Control over food costs and responsible use of raw materials to minimize waste.
Maintenance of high food quality standards, regular checks on specifications, timely supply, and organized workflow to meet urgent customer needs.
Training and development of chefs to preserve Vietnam dish characteristics and flavors, increasing menu variety and creativity.
Promotion of clean working conditions, personal hygiene, and living appearance among kitchen staff.
Collaboration between front and rear fields, open-minded feedback from guests.

Required:
1. Understand/knowledge about Vietnamese Cuisine, especially Banh Mi, Health rolls.
2. Able to speak Vietnamese is a plus.

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Q What is the Progressive Wage Model salary for entry-level restaurant service crew in Singapore as of 2026?
As per the Ministry of Manpower, the Progressive Wage Model requires entry-level food services workers to earn at least SGD 2,200 per month from 1 January 2026, rising to SGD 2,500 after 12 months of service with training completion. Overtime must be paid at 1.5 times the hourly rate for hours beyond 44 per week. Employers must submit wage records via the MOM portal by the 15th of each month.
Q What work permit requirements apply to foreign workers seeking restaurant jobs in Singapore in 2026?
As per the Ministry of Manpower, foreign workers for restaurant roles must hold a valid Work Permit with a minimum monthly salary of SGD 2,200 and an approved quota allocation under the food services sector. Applications require employer sponsorship and medical clearance completed before arrival, with permits valid for up to 2 years and renewable only after 6 months continuous employment.
Q What education and experience criteria must restaurant job applicants meet in Singapore for 2026 roles?
As per the Ministry of Manpower, applicants for food services positions require completion of at least secondary education and the WSQ Food Safety and Hygiene course before starting work. No prior experience is mandated for entry-level roles but 6 months of relevant service is needed to qualify for the higher PWM wage tier of SGD 2,500 monthly from January 2026.
Q Which documents are required to apply for restaurant positions under Singapore MOM rules in 2026?
As per the Ministry of Manpower, applicants must submit NRIC or valid passport, WSQ Food Safety certificate, educational certificates and recent payslips from the last 3 months. Foreign applicants additionally need a valid In-Principle Approval letter and medical report issued within 3 months of application submission via the MOM eServices portal.
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