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Singapore celebrity chef

JUSTIN QUEK

OWNER OF JQ GLOBAL

Over four decades of experience blending French technique with Asian heritage. Through JQ global, his expertise becomes chef- developed sauces and culinary solutions.

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Early Passion

Chef’s culinary journey began with humble roots and an unwavering drive to refine his palate. He took a pay cut to train at Fourchettes in Singapore’s Oriental Hotel, then invested his life savings in a self-initiated “tour de France,” working in Michelin-starred kitchens to master classical French technique.

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Global Training & foundation

Chef honed his classical foundations in Europe, training at Le Gavroche in London under Michel and Albert Roux, the pioneers behind the UK’s first three-Michelin-starred restaurant.

His journey continued across France, where he immersed himself in regional traditions, seasonal cooking, and Southern French cuisine. These elite apprenticeships were shaped by the mentorship of French chef Bertrand Langlet.

Career impact & legacy

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Chef Justin Quek is a pioneering force in Singapore’s modern culinary history. As co-founder of Les Amis in 1994 and a trailblazer of contemporary Franco-Asian cuisine, he helped place Singapore on the global culinary map.

Today, his legacy continues through JQ Global, bringing refined Asian flavours to kitchens worldwide.

aBOUT JQ Global

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JQ Global Pte Ltd is a Singapore-based culinary solutions company founded by Chef Justin Quek. It focuses on addressing challenges in professional kitchens such as manpower constraints and limited access to traditional ingredients by offering premium, chef-developed Asian sauces.

These sauces simplify complex preparation while maintaining authentic flavours, consistency, and quality. Used by hotels, airlines, and catering partners worldwide, JQ Global also provides recipe development, training, and culinary support to help kitchens deliver refined Asian cuisine efficiently.

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    Brand partnerships

    Collaborate with premium food, lifestyle, and hospitality brands

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    Chef collaborations

    Special event and pop-ups for exclusive dining experiences

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    Product co-creation

    Aim to produce quality food line including sauces, condiments, and culinary gift sets

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    Corporate Collaborations

    Corporate & institutional collaborations, curating bespoke menus and culinary programmes

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    Training & knowledge-sharing

    Working alongside professional kitchen teams and chefs, sharing our passion for food with everybody

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