R&D Chef

About the Role

Kopifellas® started in 2017 with a vision to preserve and promote Singapore’s food heritage through our innovative concepts. We are looking for a Research & Development Chef who is passionate about pushing the boundaries of flavor and turning innovative ideas into unique yet authentic craveable food for our community. Join our growing team, and be part of this exciting journey!

Job Description

Menu & Product Development:

• Lead the ideation, conceptualization, development, and refinement of new food products, recipes, and menu items for R&D initiatives, ensuring scalability and cost-effectiveness within established timelines
• Collect feedback from the team members on trial products before launching
• Create special items for seasonal/limited-time menu

Recipes & SOPs Optimization:

• Research & conduct Sensory Evaluation to enhance recipe formulations and SOPs
• Maintain our Food Cost table and continually reduce cost
• This involves careful observation and experimentation with different ingredients, techniques, and recording precise measurements for nutrition tracking, flavor profiles, food presentation, and right temperature adjustments

Quality Audit & Assurance:

• Regularly inspect the quality of ingredients and techniques to troubleshoot promptly, ensuring consistency in product result and portion control across all outlets
• Regularly conduct checks on outlet SOPs

Training Support:

• Deliver training to the managers on the update changes/ new developments with specific SOPs
• On ground to train and setup during new store opening
• Guide new staff for proper storage and handling of food related items

Trend Analysis:

• Stay up to date with F&B trends and consumer demands/preferences
• Closely collaborate with marketing and operation teams for new solutions

Hygiene & Safety Compliance:

• Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene, and kitchen operations in compliance with legal and regulatory guidelines

Qualification Requirements

• Prior proven experience of minimum 3 to 5 years as a sous chef
• Culinary degree or relevant certification
• Strong knowledge of culinary techniques, ingredient functionality, sensory analysis, kitchen equipment and food safety regulations
• Proficiency in inventory management and cost control
• Exceptional creativity and a knack for innovative problem-solving
• Excellent communication, organizational, and management skills
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality outcomes
• Energetic with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Long-term commitment and able to handle private & confidential information

Work Location

440 Geylang Rd, Fellascube, Singapore 389400 (Primarily, requires to travel everywhere in sg)

Work Duration

10-hour shifts including 30-minute break, and 5-day work week (weekends required during store opening and audit period)

Remuneration

Salary Range: S$3500-4500 (Depending on experience)

What we can provide for you

• Fast track career growth
• Overseas exposure
• Attractive Benefit package
• Annual Leave, Sick Leave
• Medical benefits
• Uniforms
• Vibrant working environment

About Us

Kopifellas® provides quality-made traditional Nanyang coffee and local dishes with a modern approach. Under its wing, its brand portfolio includes Kopifellas, Noodlefellas, and Fellascube, all sharing the same passion for preserving and promoting Singapore’s food heritage and offering it to the world. Its modern coffee shop concept has been well-received and the company has since expanded with several stores islandwide, including an overseas outlet in New York City.