Assistant Head Chef: Menu Dev, Kitchen Lead (Contract)

PUZZLE ARK SDN BHD; West Coast Division; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A culinary services provider is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Assistant Head Chef / Head Chef for a 6-month contract in Malaysia. The role involves planning, preparing, and executing high-quality dishes, overseeing kitchen operations, and ensuring compliance with food safety standards. Candidates should have strong culinary, leadership, and kitchen management skills, with proven experience in menu creation for Asian and Western cuisines. Potential for conversion to permanent employment based on performance.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Assistant Chef / Head Chef.
• Strong culinary and leadership skills required.
• Experience in menu creation and food R&D (Asian & Western cuisine).
• Good knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and execute high-quality dishes.
• Research & develop new recipes, dishes, and food concepts.
• Create, develop, and standardize menus covering Asian and Western cuisine.
• Oversee daily kitchen operations and food preparation activities.
• Ensure full compliance with food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness standards.
• Manage kitchen team workflow, supervision, and task delegation.
• Assist in menu costing, food costing, and cost control.
• Monitor inventory, stock ordering, and wastage control.

Skills

Culinary skills

Leadership skills

Kitchen management

Food safety knowledge

Job description

A culinary services provider is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Assistant Head Chef / Head Chef for a 6-month contract in Malaysia. The role involves planning, preparing, and executing high-quality dishes, overseeing kitchen operations, and ensuring compliance with food safety standards. Candidates should have strong culinary, leadership, and kitchen management skills, with proven experience in menu creation for Asian and Western cuisines. Potential for conversion to permanent employment based on performance.