Job Description

About Us
Chai by Adoring is a pet-friendly neighbourhood café specializing in Japanese-inspired comfort food. We believe in consistency, good systems, and teamwork rather than chaotic, high-stress kitchens.

Role Overview
As Sous Chef, you will play a key role in running the kitchen alongside the Head Chef, ensuring smooth operations, food quality, and team coordination.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist in menu execution and kitchen management
• Supervise and train kitchen staff
• Oversee food preparation, cooking, and plating
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and food safety
• Assist in managing stock levels, ordering, and inventory rotation
• Ensure consistency in taste, presentation, and portioning
• Step in to lead the kitchen when the Head Chef is unavailable
• Help develop and test new menu items when needed

What We Offer

• Conveniency (3-min walk from Kajang MRT Station)
• Competitive salary + allowance
• Fixed day off
• No split shifts
• Staff meals provided
• Clear overtime pay (1.5x, 2x on mandatory public holidays)
• Public holiday replacements
• Stable working hours
• Flexible hours (5-day or 6-day shift)

Job Requirements

• At least 1–2 years of relevant kitchen experience
• Experience in supervising kitchen staff preferred
• Strong organizational and leadership skills
• Able to work calmly under pressure
• Responsible, reliable, and team-oriented
• Comfortable working in a pet-friendly environment

Skills