Junior Sous Chef - Carlitos

About Us Carlitos Casa de Comidas is a Spanish neighbourhood restaurant in Joo Chiat. It brings the warmth of a Spanish “casa de comidas” (house of food) to Singapore with honest, generous cooking. Carlitos is part of Mission Group, a Singapore hospitality group whose concepts include Casa Vostra, Chin Mee Chin, Firebird by Suetomi and temper. Wine Room & Lounge.

We’re looking for a Junior Sous Chef who is passionate about Spanish food and ready to step into a leadership role in the kitchen.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef and Sous Chef in the day-to-day running of the kitchen
• Lead the kitchen and run the pass when the Sous Chef is off duty
• Prepare and cook Spanish dishes, such as tapas, paella and grilled items, to the restaurant’s recipes and plating standards
• Supervise, train and guide Chefs de Partie and Commis
• Keep food quality, portioning and presentation consistent through every service
• Oversee mise en place and station set-up so the kitchen is ready for service
• Help with stock ordering, receiving, inventory counts and controlling food wastage
• Support menu development, specials and food costing
• Make sure the kitchen follows SFA food safety, hygiene and workplace safety standards
• Help prepare staff rosters and keep the kitchen running smoothly during peak periods
• Take on other duties assigned by the Head Chef

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in a professional kitchen, including at least 1 year as a Chef de Partie or Senior Chef de Partie
• Experience with Spanish or Mediterranean cuisine is a strong advantage
• Solid cooking fundamentals, including knife skills, butchery, sauces and grilling
• Able to lead and motivate a small team in a busy à la carte setting
• Basic understanding of food costing, ordering and inventory control
• Valid Basic Food Hygiene Certificate (Food Safety Course Level 1). Food Safety Course Level 3 (Food Hygiene Officer) is an advantage
• Able to work shifts, weekends and public holidays
• Organised, calm under pressure and keen to grow into a Sous Chef role
• Culinary certificate or diploma is an advantage

What We Offer

• Competitive salary, with overtime pay where applicable
• Annual leave / medical and dental benefits / staff meal allowance
• Staff dining discounts across Mission Group restaurants
• A close-knit team in one of Joo Chiat’s best-loved neighbourhood restaurants

Interested applicants may apply through MyCareersFuture. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.