Jiwa Singapura is seeking talented, highly motivated individuals who want to be part of the region’s premier Singaporean concept. Team up with talented individuals who are genuinely passionate about hospitality in this unique opportunity in Tysons. Located on the second floor at Tysons Galleria, our 10,000 square foot restaurant is the second venture from Pepe Moncayo of Cranes Spanish Kaiseki a Michelin Starred restaurant in Washington, D.C.

Balancing inspiration from the modern built forms of Singapore with traditional patterns to create a restaurant space that is imbued with culture. The elegant space includes 30ft ceilings, 2 beautiful bars, chefs table, and an expansive patio.

Finding inspiration from one of the most eclectic culinary scenes in the world, Chef Pepe Moncayo brings with him ten years of cooking and living in Singapore to the forthcoming Jiwa Singapura. It is in Singapore where Moncayo met his wife, had his children, and deepened his love for cooking and the art of hospitality. He calls it his “home, forever.”

The Tysons Galleria restaurant will capture the best of Singapore’s street-food culture and high-end dining, giving the larger D.C.-metro area a taste of some of the Asian city-state’s boldest, nuanced flavors. Expect to see the classics like Hainanese chicken rice, laksa and chili crab.

We are looking for a professional Line Cook to prepare food to the exact chef’s specifications and to set up stations for menu. Line Cook duties will consist of assisting the executive and sous chef with their daily tasks. The successful candidate will play a key role in contributing to our customer satisfaction and acquisition goals.

• Set up and stocking stations with all necessary supplies
• Prepare food for service (e.g. chopping vegetables, butchering meat, or preparing sauces)
• Cook menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff
• Answer, report and follow executive or sous chef’s instructions
• Clean up station and take care of leftover food
• Stock inventory appropriately
• Ensure that food comes out simultaneously, in high quality and in a timely fashion
• Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards
• Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers

• Proven cooking experience, including experience as a Line Cook, Restaurant Cook or Prep Cook
• Excellent understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures
• Accuracy and speed in executing assigned tasks
• Familiar with industry’s best practices