Restaurant Manager / Assistant Restaurant Manager

As per the Ministry of Manpower, under the Progressive Wage Model for the F&B sector, the minimum monthly basic salary for service crew with less than 2 years of experience is S$1,800 effective from 1 May 2025 and remains in 2026. Employers must also pay at least S$2,300 for those with 2-4 years experience. Total wages including allowances must meet or exceed these thresholds.

Foreign workers require a Work Permit for food services roles, applicable to males from Bangladesh, China, India, Myanmar, Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam aged 18-50. The employer must pay a monthly levy of S$650 for semi-skilled workers and adhere to a 35% foreign worker quota as of 2026. Applications are submitted online via MOM's WP Online system with medical insurance coverage of at least S$15,000.

No formal education or prior experience is required for entry-level kitchen support roles under the F&B PWM, which sets the minimum at S$1,600 monthly as of 2026. Singapore citizens and PRs are given hiring priority over foreigners. Basic literacy and physical fitness suffice for most positions.

Applicants need to provide NRIC, resume detailing work history, and proof of education or certifications like WSQ Food Safety Course. For formal employment, employers verify details via SingPass login on MyCareersFuture portal. No application fee is charged by legitimate employers.