Bugis Kitchen Head Chef

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Why Bugis Kitchen? Bugis Kitchen is a vibrant, contemporary Asian dining destination celebrating the bold flavours of Singaporean and Malaysian cuisine. Known for its authenticity, energy, and commitment to fresh, locally sourced ingredients, Bugis Kitchen is a restaurant with identity, rhythm, and heart. We are now looking for an exceptional Head Chef to lead Bugis Kitchen into its next chapter someone who lives and breathes Asian cuisine, thrives in a fast-paced service environment, and takes pride in developing people as much as plates. This is not a back-of-house role hidden inside a hotel. This is a chef-led restaurant with its own voice, supported by the strength of a global hospitality group. What we offer Competitive salary with regular review
Meals provided on duty
Uniform provided (including laundry & dry cleaning)
Training, leadership development & career progression
Apprenticeship & mentoring opportunities
Life Assurance
Interest-free Season Ticket Loan
Length of Service holiday scheme
Eye care vouchers
Discounted accommodation & F&B across the group
Recommend-a-Friend bonus scheme
Social events, wellbeing initiatives & team celebrations
The role As Head Chef of Bugis Kitchen, you will have full responsibility for the culinary direction, kitchen performance, and team culture of the restaurant. You will work closely with the Executive Chef while retaining strong day-to-day ownership of Bugis Kitchens identity and standards. Key responsibilities Leadership & Team Development Lead, inspire, and develop the Bugis Kitchen brigade
Set clear standards, coach talent, and build a high-performing kitchen culture
Ensure strong discipline, hygiene, and professional presentation at all times
Food, Menu & Quality Plan, develop, and execute menus rooted in authentic Singaporean & Malaysian cuisine
Test recipes, manage portion control, and ensure consistency across all services
Be hands-on during service, leading from the pass and supporting your team
Cost Control & Operations Oversee stock management, ordering, rotation, and waste control
Monitor food costs, margins, and kitchen efficiency
Ensure compliance with all food safety, health & safety, and fire procedures
Standards & Collaboration Maintain exceptional presentation, flavour, and service standards
Work closely with Front of House, maintenance, and senior kitchen leadership
Identify and report maintenance issues proactively
What were looking for Proven experience as a Head Chef or strong Senior Sous ready to step up
Deep understanding of Asian cuisine, ideally Singaporean/Malaysian
Strong leadership style calm, structured, and people-focused
Excellent operational, food safety, and cost-control knowledge
Passion for authenticity, quality, and developing future chefs
About the wider group Bugis Kitchen operates within the Copthorne portfolio, part of Millennium Hotels & Resorts, a global hospitality company with over 120 hotels worldwide. While Bugis Kitchen has its own culinary identity, youll benefit from the stability, investment, and career pathways of an international group without losing the soul of an independent restaurant. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.
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Location:
West London
Job Type:
FullTime

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