Chef (Fermentation Department, non-alcoholic pairing)

Job Description & Requirements

Chef (Fermentation Department, non-alcoholic pairing) Restaurant Zén, Singapore

Join the team behind one of Asia's most acclaimed dining experiences. Restaurant Zén, the sister restaurant of the 3-Michelin star Frantzén in Stockholm, is looking for a passionate and detail-driven chef to join our fermentation department in Singapore.

Housed in a beautifully restored heritage shophouse, Zén offers an immersive tasting menu experience across three levels, combining Nordic precision with Asian nuance. The fermentation department plays a vital role in curating our non-alcoholic beverage pairings, with a focus on house-made kombuchas, blended juices, and other innovative ferments that complement and elevate the dining journey.

About the Role

As a Chef in the Fermentation Department, you will be responsible for the development, production, and maintenance of our kombuchas, juices, and other non-alcoholic beverages served as part of Zén's pairing menu. Working closely with the Head Sommelier and kitchen leadership, you will ensure each drink is crafted with precision, consistency, and creativity, reflecting the seasonal philosophy of the restaurant.

What We're Looking For:

• Fermentation Expertise: Experience working with kombucha, fermented beverages, and juice blends, with an understanding of fermentation science and safety.
• Culinary Craftsmanship: Solid kitchen background, ideally in a fine dining or high-end hospitality environment.
• Creativity & Seasonality: Ability to innovate with flavours, techniques, and presentations that align with Zén's menu and philosophy.
• Organisation & Precision: Strong mise-en-place discipline, attention to detail, and ability to maintain fermentation logs and production schedules.
• Collaborative Spirit: Enjoys working closely with service and kitchen teams to achieve a seamless pairing experience.
• Commitment to Learning: Willingness to expand product knowledge and refine techniques through research and experimentation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Produce, monitor, and maintain a variety of kombuchas, fermented infusions, and blended juices for the restaurant's non-alcoholic pairing.
• Ensure consistency in flavour, clarity, and presentation across all beverages served.
• Collaborate with the Head Sommelier and culinary team to design seasonal pairing menus that harmonise with Zén's tasting menu.
• Maintain fermentation logs, ingredient inventories, and production schedules to guarantee smooth daily operations.
• Uphold the highest standards of hygiene, food safety, and workplace cleanliness in all fermentation processes.
• Participate actively in tastings, menu development sessions, and internal trainings to continuously refine beverage offerings.
• Monitor and troubleshoot fermentation processes to prevent spoilage or inconsistency.

Why Join Zén?

At Zén, we view beverage pairing—alcoholic or not—as an integral part of the dining story. In this role, you will have the creative freedom to shape unique flavour experiences while working alongside a world-class team. You'll be part of an environment that values innovation, seasonality, and craftsmanship, with opportunities to learn from both Nordic and Asian culinary traditions.

Department

Kitchen

Role

Chef

Locations

Zén – Singapore

• We provide our co-workers the possibility to grow within the group and offer continuous training and development to equip our staff with the skills needed to be successful.
• As an international restaurant group we can offer the opportunity to work and explore different parts of the world.
• We can offer ambitious and talented people the possibility to work at the forefront of their field.

The Frantzén Group has established a collection of award-winning restaurants and bars both nationally and internationally as well as initiated several projects to support quality assurance in the food industry throughout Sweden. The group has a total of 6 stars in Guide Michelin, with premium experience Frantzén and Zén awarded with three Michelin stars.

Founded in 2008

Co-workers +500