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We are seeking an accomplished Head Chef who can take ownership of both the culinary and commercial success of the restaurant.\nThis position extends beyond kitchen leadership. The successful candidate will be responsible for shaping the restaurant's concept, overseeing guest experience standards, leading teams across the business, and driving overall financial performance.\nWe welcome chefs from a variety of culinary backgrounds. Our focus is on creativity, technical excellence, leadership capability, and a distinctive culinary vision. Experience developing and delivering tasting or degustation-style experiences will be highly regarded.\nReporting to: Founders / Directors\nLocation: Singapore\nEmployment Type: Full-Time\nKey Areas of Responsibility\nCulinary Strategy & Menu Development\nEstablish and define the restaurant's culinary direction and signature dining experience.\nDesign the launch menu, including a flagship tasting or degustation offering.\nContinuously refresh the menu through seasonal updates and innovative concepts.\nCollaborate with beverage specialists to develop pairing experiences.\nCreate and maintain recipes, presentation guidelines, and operating standards.\nSource premium ingredients through strong partnerships with local and international suppliers.\nDrive culinary innovation, research, and product development while maintaining consistency and quality.\nLeadership & Talent Development\nBuild, inspire, and manage high-performing teams across both kitchen and service operations.\nSet 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