Senior Associate/Associate Operations (Kitchen)

Job Description & Requirements

Company Overview / Employee Value Proposition

Yellow Ribbon Industries Pte Ltd is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Yellow Ribbon Singapore that provides laundry and linen management services, food and business solutions, and transitional residential programme.

Job Summary

Support the Head (Kitchen) in managing the operations of one Institutional Kitchen, ensuring timely meal production, adherence to food safety and quality standards, and efficient team coordination.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing the Institutional Kitchen to consistently meet service level targets and operational goals
• Oversee meal preparation and distribution to fulfill specific dietary requirements while maintaining strict food hygiene standards
• Enforce compliance with all applicable food safety and workplace safety regulations, including implementing audit recommendations to enhance operational standards
• Co-lead a team of workers and vendors to ensure seamless daily kitchen operations and resolve operational challenges proactively
• Collaborate with team members and stakeholders to improve worker productivity and foster a positive work environment
• Monitor industry developments such as food safety management, SFA regulations, and best practices to ensure kitchen operations remain current and compliant
• Implement contingency plans effectively to maintain uninterrupted kitchen services during unforeseen events
• Ensure adherence to risk management framework measures to mitigate operational risks
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Head, Kitchen

Required competencies and certifications

• Diploma or professional qualifications in Food & Beverage or Manufacturing Operations
• Proven experience working in a food establishment with knowledge of food handling, food safety, and hygiene standards

Preferred competencies and qualifications

• Experience in institutional catering operations is preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications to support operational documentation and communication
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with team members and stakeholders