Sous Chef, Defence Catering

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The Sous Chef, Defence Catering role supports the preparation and delivery of high-volume meals for defence and institutional clients. Requirements typically include culinary training, relevant professional kitchen experience, strong knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards, and the ability to work shifts in a fast-paced production environment. The candidate is expected to assist with menu execution, supervise kitchen staff, maintain consistent food quality and portion control, monitor inventory, reduce wastage, and comply with workplace safety procedures. Experience in large-scale catering, central kitchens, or contract food services is advantageous. Reliability, teamwork, physical stamina, attention to detail, and a willingness to work in a structured operational environment are important.

About the employer

SATS Ltd is a Singapore-based provider of food solutions and gateway services with operations across Asia and other international markets. The company supports airlines, airports, institutions, defence and other large organisations through services such as inflight catering, institutional food production, ground handling, logistics, food distribution and hospitality solutions. SATS operates large-scale kitchens and service facilities where food safety, consistency, efficiency and dependable delivery are central to daily operations. Its workforce includes culinary professionals, operations teams, aviation specialists, logistics staff and corporate functions. For employees, the company offers exposure to high-volume catering environments and structured operational processes. Working at SATS commonly requires close teamwork, shift flexibility and adherence to strict quality, hygiene and safety standards.

Working in Singapore

Singapore is a compact, well-connected island city-state with opportunities in aviation, catering, hospitality, logistics, healthcare, technology and finance. Its multicultural society blends Chinese, Malay, Indian and international influences, reflected in its food, festivals and languages. The lifestyle is safe, clean and convenient, with efficient public transport, modern housing, shopping centres, parks and extensive hawker food options. Living costs, particularly rent, can be high, so accommodation and commuting should be planned carefully. Foreign employees generally need an employer-sponsored work pass; eligibility depends on salary, qualifications and experience, with common options including the Employment Pass and S Pass. New arrivals should arrange approved employment, housing, healthcare coverage and banking before moving. Singapore’s warm, humid climate is year-round, with frequent rain, so lightweight clothing and reliable transport access are useful.