Naval Chef
At sea, your culinary expertise will play a key role in supporting and boosting the morale of the men and women in the Navy. Take your culinary skills to the high seas as a Naval Chef aboard the Navy’s vessels.
Last updated 9 January 2026
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Showcase your culinary skills. Defend our everyday as a Naval Chef.
Responsibilities
At sea, your culinary expertise will play a key role in supporting and boosting the morale of the men and women in the Navy, while providing them with the necessary nutrition and energy to achieve mission success.
Benefits
The Naval Chef will receive a comprehensive salary, allowance and benefits package.
Monthly Starting Salary
Monthly Starting Salary and Rank Progression for Naval Chef
ME1 Trainee | ME1 |
|---|---|
$3,200 (Diploma) | $3,910* (Diploma) |
$2,970 (Higher NITEC) | $3,690* (Higher NITEC) |
$2,540 (NITEC) | $3,250* (NITEC) |
$2,320 ('O' level and below) | $3,030* ('O' level and below) |
*Inclusive of ship board allowance of $500 and Military Domain Experts Scheme (MDES) Sea Assignment allowance of $320.
Additional Allowances
Additional monthly allowances
Ship board | $500 |
Submarine | $1,200 |
Military Domain Experts Scheme
Career until age 60 on full CPF terms
Recruitment Bonus
Receive a lump sum bonus of $30,000 upon joining as Naval Warfare System Expert*
*Additional terms and conditions apply. Please contact Navy Recruitment Centre for more details.
Expert Continuous Engagement and Learning (EXCEL) Bonus
Up to 28 months of Military Domain Experts Scheme (MDES) bonus in total, paid at four points in your career.
Age 28 | up to 4 months' bonus |
Age 32 | up to 8 months' bonus |
Age 40 | up to 8 months' bonus |
Age 50 | up to 8 months' bonus |
Flex Benefits
An annual lump sum allowance will be disbursed to you so that you have the flexibility in using the money as and when you need it.
An annual lump sum allowance for RSN Personnel Based on Years of Service
Up to 10 years of service | $800 per year |
More than 10 years of service | $1000 per year |
View more on the Navy brochure for Expert Chef [PDF, 2.53 MB].
Entry Requirements
Academic Qualifications
Diploma, Higher NITEC, NITEC or minimum 1 GCE ‘N’-Level pass
Basic Requirements
Singapore Citizen or Singapore PR intending to take up citizenship
Medically fit (PES B and above)
Normal colour perception
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