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.

Located in a beautiful historic shophouse in the heart of Joo Chiat, our pre-opening Spanish tapas concept strives to tell a heartwarming friendship story between our chefs through our dishes in the easy going and warm neighbourhood