Picture this: the sound of waves, a casual beachfront setting, and the genuine warmth of Italian hospitality. At Fico, along East Coast Park, we believe in the beauty of simplicity. We’re looking for an Executive Chef who sees leadership not as a title, but as a craft a role dedicated to building people and perfecting systems. If your philosophy is about creating lasting stability and empowering every cook around you, this is more than a job; it’s a chance to shape a kitchen’s future from the ground up.
Company Overview
Fico is a beachside Italian restaurant guided by the principles of Cucina Povera a celebration of humble ingredients and heartfelt service. We are proud to be part of The Lo and Behold Group, a hospitality company dedicated to creating timeless experiences and nurturing the next generation of industry leaders. Recognized as a “Great Place To Work” and a Human Capital Partner with the Ministry of Manpower, we invest deeply in our team’s growth, offering clear career paths, thoughtful training, and a culture where good work is genuinely valued.
Key Responsibilities
In this hands-on leadership role, you will be the cornerstone of our kitchen’s long-term success. Your core mission will be to future-proof our operations through people and precision:
- Partner closely with our Head Chef to plan and direct all food preparation, ensuring every dish reflects our commitment to quality and tradition.
- Build clear, effective training and progression pathways for Sous Chefs, Chef de Parties, and junior team members, fostering the next wave of culinary talent.
- Strengthen service execution during peak hours, calmly identifying and resolving gaps to ensure seamless flow under pressure.
- Design systems and structures that prepare our kitchen for growth, focusing on scalability, team depth, and forward planning.
- Uphold the balance between culinary creativity and consistent execution, ensuring our food evolves without compromising standards.
- Set, communicate, and maintain clear benchmarks for food quality, preparation, and service across the entire kitchen team.
- Collaborate with front-of-house and management teams to align service flow, manpower planning, and the overall guest experience.
- Oversee food quality control, ingredient cost management, inventory monitoring, and the highest standards of health and hygiene.
Qualifications
We are looking for a leader who builds with patience and leads with clarity. You will be a great fit if you have:
- Proven experience in a leadership role within a high-volume, quality-driven restaurant environment.
- A strong track record of developing people and building leadership depth within a kitchen team.
- A calm, structured approach to management that steadies and guides teams during busy services.
- A deep respect for Italian culinary tradition, paired with a grounded and thoughtful approach to creativity.
- Outstanding operational and organizational skills, particularly in designing training programs and tightening service execution.
- The ability to think strategically for the long term, creating systems that ensure sustainable growth and stability.
Benefits and Perks
We are committed to caring for our team, so you can focus on doing your best work. Your role comes with:
- A structured 5-day work week and direct transport provided from Bedok MRT to the restaurant.
- Comprehensive medical and insurance coverage for your well-being.
- Our TLBG Partnership Programme, a monthly sales incentive that rewards collective success.
- Significant employee dining discounts across all our unique venues.
- A supportive, fun-loving team culture and a defined career growth plan tailored to your development.
- A competitive hourly wage, with a base pay range of $38,000 – $60,000 per year (pro-rated for part-time hours).
- Celebrations for personal milestones and sabbatical leave for long-serving team members.
How to Apply
If you are a leader who believes in building lasting legacies through people and precision, we would love to hear from you. Please apply directly through our portal
We appreciate every application and will be in touch directly if your experience aligns with our next steps. To understand more about our culture and what drives us, you can explore our story at www.lobehold.com/playbook or on Instagram at @tlbg.openarms.