Elephant Grounds is an award‐winning Hong Kong‐born lifestyle brand renowned for its specialty coffee, Japanese‐influenced cuisine, and café culture.
Founded in 2013 by Gerald Li and Kevin Poon, the brand began as a coffee kiosk within a retail shop and has since grown into a fully integrated coffee roastery, artisanal bakery, and restaurant concept with operations in Hong Kong, Manila, Jakarta Q1 2026, and now Singapore.
Our coffee program is led by an award‐winning team – including a champion roaster and other specialty coffee professionals – with a relentless dedication to building a sustainable coffee program.
Elephant Grounds focuses on the alchemy of space – design, music, and light – and the impact they have on guests, creating an unmistakable energy and vibe.
Job Responsibilities
Responsible for overall food production and kitchen operations management.
Ensure all dishes meet Elephant Grounds’ quality standards and presentation guidelines.
Maintain, monitor and improve quality performances to comply with the prescribed food quality.
Be fully in charge of hiring, managing and training kitchen staff.
Supervise and train production team members to achieve good performance standard.
Carry out cost control planning such as food and ingredients, and ordering & inventory management.
Maintain compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations (HACCP, food handling, etc.).
Inspect kitchen supplies, equipment and work areas to ensure conformance to established standards.
Job Requirement
Experience: Minimum 5+ years in a professional kitchen, with at least 2 years in a leadership role (Head Chef, Sous Chef, or Kitchen Manager).
Culinary Expertise: Strong background in café, brunch, or modern casual dining – knowledge of coffee‐pairing dishes is a plus.
Leadership: Proven ability to lead and motivate a team in a high‐volume setting.
Creativity: Passion for developing new recipes and improving existing ones.
Organization: Excellent time management and multitasking skills.
Certifications: Food Safety Certification (required).
Ability to work flexible hours/shift, including weekends and public holidays.
Thank you for your interest in this position.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
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