Chef de Cuisine / Kitchen Leader

QCN Sdn. Bhd.; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 20,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fast-food establishment in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a kitchen manager responsible for daily operations and staff management. The role requires proficiency in Mandarin for communication, experience in Chinese cuisine, and strong leadership skills. The successful candidate will handle ingredients preparation, enforce hygiene standards, and maintain inventory. Benefits include EPF/SOCSO, performance bonuses, and clear promotion opportunities to Store Manager.

Benefits

EPF / SOCSO / EIS benefits

Public holidays and statutory leave

Staff meals and uniform provided

Performance bonus and incentive program

Annual leave and sick leave

Qualifications

• Must be Chinese and able to read and communicate in Mandarin.
• Experience in fast-food kitchen operations is preferred.
• Strong sense of responsibility and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily kitchen operations and staff.
• Ensure consistent food quality and hygiene.
• Oversee ingredient preparation and inventory control.
• Communicate effectively with front of house staff.

Skills

Ability to communicate in Mandarin

Experience in Chinese cuisine

Leadership skills

Ability to work under pressure

Shift work flexibility

Job description

Requirement

• Must be Chinese and able to communicate and read in Mandarin.
• Experience in Chinese cuisine or fast-food kitchen operations.
• Strong sense of responsibility, leadership skills, and ability to work under pressure.
• Able to work in shifts and overtime when required.
• Outstanding performers will be considered for promotion to Store Manager.

Responsibility

• Fully responsible for the daily kitchen operations and staff management.
• Familiar with cooking procedures and able to personally prepare dishes to ensure consistent food quality.
• Handle daily ingredient preparation, cutting, marinating, and overall food readiness.
• Manage and assign tasks to subordinates (cooks, prep staff, dishwashers).
• Ensure the kitchen environment meets cleanliness, safety, and hygiene standards.
• Oversee daily/weekly ingredient ordering and inventory control.
• Maintain good communication with the front of house to ensure timely and consistent food service.
• Must be able to read, listen, and speak in Mandarin (mandatory).

Benefits

EPF / SOCSO / EIS (as required by Malaysian labour law) Public holidays and statutory leave Staff meals and uniform provided Performance bonus / incentive program Annual leave and sick leave in accordance with labour regulations Clear career advancement opportunities – potential promotion to Store Manager