Sous Chef

Company description:

About Us

Headquartered in Singapore, SATS Ltd. is one of the world's largest providers of air cargo handling services and Asia's leading airline caterer. SATS Gateway Services provides airfreight and ground handling services including passenger services, ramp and baggage handling, aviation security services, aircraft cleaning and aviation laundry. SATS Food Solutions serves airlines and institutions, and operates central kitchens with large-scale food production and distribution capabilities for a wide range of cuisines.

SATS is present in the Asia-Pacific, the Americas, Europe, the Middle East and Africa, powering an interconnected world of trade, travel and taste. Following the acquisition of Worldwide Flight Services (WFS) in 2023, the combined SATS and WFS network operates over 215 stations in 27 countries. These cover trade routes responsible for more than 50% of global air cargo volume. SATS has been listed on the Singapore Exchange since May 2000. For more information, please visit www.sats.com.sg

Why Join Us

At SATS, people are our greatest asset and we build our success on the knowledge, expertise and performance of every contributor, by embracing diversity and uniqueness. As part of our holistic approach and commitment to embracing FAM (Fulfilling, Appreciated, Meaningful) in the workplace, we offer the runway to develop Fulfilling careers that foster your career growth, recognising and Appreciating the strength of talent and capabilities that we continue to build internally; and inspiring and encouraging each other to make Meaningful contributions in the work we do at SATS.

Job description:

About Us

Headquartered in Singapore, SATS Ltd. is one of the world's largest providers of air cargo handling services and Asia's leading airline caterer. SATS Gateway Services provides airfreight and ground handling services including passenger services, ramp and baggage handling, aviation security services, aircraft cleaning and aviation laundry. SATS Food Solutions serves airlines and institutions and operates central kitchens with large-scale food production and distribution capabilities for a wide range of cuisines.

SATS is present in the Asia-Pacific, the Americas, Europe, the Middle East and Africa, powering an interconnected world of trade, travel and taste. Following the acquisition of Worldwide Flight Services (WFS) in 2023, the combined SATS and WFS network operates over 225 stations in 27 countries. These cover trade routes responsible for more than 50% of global air cargo volume. SATS has been listed on the Singapore Exchange since May 2000. For more information, please visit www.sats.com.sg

Why Join Us

At SATS, people are our greatest asset and we build our success on the knowledge, expertise and performance of every contributor, by embracing diversity and uniqueness. As part of our holistic approach and commitment to embracing FAM (Fulfilling, Appreciated, Meaningful) in the workplace, we offer the runway to develop Fulfilling careers that foster your career growth, recognising and appreciating the strength of talent and capabilities that we continue to build internally; and inspiring and encouraging each other to make Meaningful contributions in the work we do at SATS.

Role Summary

The Sous Chef supports the Senior Sous Chef in overseeing daily kitchen operations to ensure consistent food quality, operational excellence, and customer satisfaction. This role leads kitchen teams, drives food safety and compliance standards, and supports menu execution, inventory management, and cost control across assigned venues and events.

Key Responsibilities

1. Culinary Operations & Service Delivery

• Be based at Singapore Sports Hub and support culinary operations across assigned venues and events.
• Oversee daily kitchen operations and ensure consistent food quality and presentation standards.
• Support menu development, recipe standardisation, and food production planning.
• Manage inventory, purchasing, storage, and food waste control.
• Ensure the availability of menu items to meet operational and customer requirements.

2. Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, coach, and develop kitchen team members to achieve operational excellence.
• Foster a positive, collaborative, and high-performing work environment.
• Ensure compliance with grooming, hygiene, and professional standards.
• Support training and development initiatives to build team capabilities.

3. Financial & Inventory Management

• Support budget, productivity, and profitability targets.
• Manage manpower deployment, rostering, and labour costs.
• Monitor inventory levels, stock usage, and asset security.
• Support cost control initiatives to minimise wastage and optimise resources.

4. Customer & Stakeholder Management

• Deliver culinary solutions that meet client and customer expectations.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders, suppliers, and internal teams.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives through customer feedback and operational insights.

5. Food Safety, Compliance & Workplace Safety

• Ensure compliance with Food Safety, HACCP, WSH, and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor food handling, storage, labelling, temperature control, and allergen management practices.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and compliant kitchen environment.
• Promote a strong food safety and workplace safety culture within the team.

Key Requirements

• Minimum Diploma in Culinary Arts, Hospitality, Food & Beverage, or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant culinary experience in catering, hospitality, banquet, or high-volume kitchen operations
• Experience leading and developing kitchen teams.
• Knowledge of Food Safety, HACCP, inventory management, and kitchen operations.
• Experience in large-scale catering, event, or banquet operations will be an advantage.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Customer focused, detail-oriented, and able to thrive in a fast-paced enviornment.
• Passionate about food quality, innovation, and delivering exceptional dining experiences.