Raffles Hotel Singapore is seeking a visionary and accomplished Chef de Cuisine to become the culinary ambassador for our distinguished event spaces. This is a pivotal leadership role for a seasoned professional who will define the outlet’s personality, uphold the legendary standards of Raffles, and deliver an unparalleled gastronomic experience. The ideal candidate will be a master of local Chinese cuisine with a passion for excellence, innovation, and mentoring a talented culinary team.
Company Overview
Raffles Hotel Singapore is an iconic 19th-century landmark and one of the world’s last great grand hotels. Perfectly preserved, it offers an intoxicating blend of luxury, colonial heritage, and classic service. More than a hotel, it is a destination where history, award-winning dining, and discerning service create unforgettable moments for global travellers. We are committed to upholding this legacy while fostering a culture of sophistication, humility, and continuous innovation.
Key Responsibilities
The Chef de Cuisine holds full responsibility for the culinary soul and operational excellence of the event kitchens. Primary accountabilities include:
- Personally demonstrating and ensuring the highest standards of food quality, consistency, and presentation across all event cuisine. Conducting daily tastings, monitoring product specifications, and minimising waste.
- Achieving P and L targets through rigorous cost control, meticulous recipe costing, menu planning, and efficient kitchen operations. Maximising revenue and managing budgets for labour, food cost, and equipment.
- Mentoring, training, and leading the culinary team. Scheduling, conducting performance evaluations, fostering a collaborative environment, and ensuring adherence to all hotel standards and procedures.
- Enforcing the highest standards of kitchen hygiene, sanitation, and safety in line with HACCP and Raffles protocols. Liaising closely with the Chief Steward and Engineering departments.
- Building guest loyalty, obtaining feedback, and working seamlessly with the Banquet and Events teams to deliver exceptional, personalised experiences.
Qualifications
This role demands a culinary artist with proven luxury experience and exceptional leadership. The required profile is:
- A minimum Professional Certificate in a Culinary field and at least 4 years of experience in a similar Chef de Cuisine role within a luxury hotel environment.
- Detailed, expert knowledge of local Chinese cuisine is essential. Pre-opening experience is a strong advantage.
- Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills in English (an additional language is preferred), with the ability to inspire a diverse team and interact with all levels of colleagues and guests.
- A sophisticated, humble leader with charisma, professional etiquette, and a keen eye for detail.
- Proven financial acumen, innovation, and a passion for sustainable performance and service excellence.
- Comfortable with media exposure and able to thrive in a dynamic, culturally diverse setting.
Benefits and Perks
Joining the Raffles family means accessing a world of opportunity and care. We offer:
- Work-Life Balance: A 5-day work week.
- Comprehensive Wellbeing: Duty meals, medical and wellness benefits, comprehensive insurance, and flexible benefits for dental/optical/vacation/children’s education.
- A starting wage of $28.91 per hour.
- Career Growth: Local and overseas career development opportunities within the global Accor network.
- Exclusive Privileges: Colleague discounts and preferential rates at Accor hotels worldwide.
- Holistic Environment: A culture of continuous learning and development in an iconic, historic setting.
How to Apply
If you possess the sophistication, culinary mastery, and leadership spirit to uphold the Raffles legend, we invite you to apply.
Please submit your detailed application for the Chef de Cuisine position, demonstrating how your experience aligns with the responsibilities and profile of this exceptional role at Raffles Hotel Singapore.