COOK

Cook - Catering Operations

Department: Mycelium Catering

Reports To: Head Chef / Culinary Operations Manager

About Mycelium Catering

At Mycelium Catering , we create fresh, high-quality meals across a diverse range of catering operations - from leading educational institutions to premium corporate and event catering. As we continue to grow, we are looking for passionate culinary professionals who take pride in producing consistently excellent food while working in a supportive and professional kitchen environment.

Whether you're looking to build your career in large-scale catering or develop your culinary skills with an ambitious and expanding team, we'd love to hear from you.

Position Overview

As a Cook – Catering Operations , you will play an important role in the daily preparation, production and presentation of food while maintaining the highest standards of quality, food safety and hygiene.

Working alongside our Head Chef and kitchen leadership team, you will help deliver meals that consistently exceed customer expectations while contributing to an efficient, well-organized and collaborative kitchen.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, takes pride in producing quality food, and wants to grow within a professional catering organization.

Key Responsibilities

Food Preparation & Production

Prepare and cook food in accordance with approved recipes, production schedules and quality standards.

Ensure all food is prepared consistently, safely and presented to Company standards.

Support both institutional and corporate catering operations as required.

Assist with mise en place, production planning and daily kitchen operations.

Kitchen Operations

Maintain cleanliness and organization throughout all kitchen areas.

Ensure all equipment is operated safely and maintained appropriately.

Assist with stock rotation (FIFO), inventory management and receiving deliveries.

Minimize food wastage and support effective cost control initiatives.

Food Safety & Compliance

Maintain the highest standards of food hygiene and personal cleanliness.

Comply with all SFA food safety requirements, HACCP procedures and Company SOPs.

Ensure safe handling, storage and labelling of all food products.

Report any food safety or operational concerns promptly.

Teamwork & Leadership

Work closely with the Head Chef, Kitchen Manager and wider kitchen team to achieve daily production targets.

Support and guide junior kitchen staff where required.

Foster a positive, respectful and collaborative working environment.

Contribute ideas to improve kitchen efficiency and food quality.

Other Duties

Perform any other duties assigned by the Head Chef, Kitchen Manager or Management that are consistent with the role.

What We're Looking For

Education

Minimum Secondary School education (N-Level, O-Level or equivalent) and / or

Culinary qualification (WSQ, NITEC, Certificate in Culinary Skills or equivalent) is an advantage but not essential.

Experience

Minimum 1–2 years' experience in a commercial kitchen, catering operation, restaurant, hotel or institutional kitchen.

Experience in high-volume food production is an advantage.

Skills & Knowledge

Basic knowledge of food preparation techniques and kitchen operations.

Good understanding of food hygiene, food safety and safe kitchen practices.

Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen environment.

Physically fit and able to stand for extended periods and perform manual handling tasks.

Strong attention to detail with a commitment to producing quality food consistently.

Language

Able to speak, read and understand basic English to follow recipes, production schedules, food safety procedures and workplace instructions.

Certifications

Possess a valid Food Safety Course Level 1 (formerly Basic Food Hygiene Certificate) or be willing to obtain certification upon employment.

What Makes You Successful

Professional Qualities

Consistent attention to quality

Reliable and dependable

Positive attitude

Strong work ethic

Team-oriented

Organized and efficient

Willingness to learn

Pride in producing excellent food

Why Join Mycelium Catering?

Be part of one of Singapore's growing catering businesses.

Opportunities to work across institutional, corporate and special event catering.

Learn from experienced chefs and kitchen leaders.

Stable employment with career progression opportunities.

Supportive team culture focused on quality and continuous improvement.

Ongoing training and development.