Key Responsibilities:
- Plan and prepare authentic, refined and innovative Chinese dishes.
- Specialise in premium and high-end Chinese cuisine, with strong knowledge of traditional and contemporary cooking techniques.
- Ensure excellent taste, texture, aroma, presentation and consistency of all dishes.
- Develop and maintain recipes, cooking methods, plating standards and portion specifications.
- Recommend new premium ingredients and dishes that can enhance the restaurant's dining experience.
- Monitor food costs, portion sizes and ingredient usage.
- Ensure strict compliance with food safety, hygiene and sanitation requirements.
- Maintain proper food storage, temperature control and handling procedures.
- Contribute ideas for premium dishes, set menus, festive promotions and special dining experiences that can support restaurant sales.
Requirements:
- Minimum 5 - 8 years of relevant experience as a Chinese Chef, preferably in a premium Chinese restaurant, luxury hotel or fine-dining establishment.
- Proven experience in premium and high-end Chinese cuisine.
- Strong knowledge of Chinese culinary techniques.
- Experience working with premium ingredients and high-value seafood, meat and dried seafood products.
- Excellent presentation, plating and portion-control skills.
- Able to work under pressure in a fast-paced, high-end dining environment.
- Excellent teamwork, communication and interpersonal skills.
