Chef De Partie

AK Ventures; Bentong; On-site; MYR 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

AK Ventures in Bentong, Malaysia, is seeking a Chef De Partie to join our on-site kitchen team. You will manage a designated station, prepare and cook menu items to our standards, and support daily operations under the Head Chef.

You will organize mise en place, monitor stock levels, and uphold food safety practices. You will also train junior staff, contribute to menu development, and help minimize waste and control costs.

Qualifications

• Strong practical skills in food preparation and plating.
• Knowledge of cooking techniques and kitchen station management.
• Experience supervising junior kitchen staff and fostering teamwork.
• Ability to work under pressure during peak hours and events.
• Knowledge of food safety standards and HACCP principles.

Responsibilities

• Manage a specific kitchen section, ensuring high quality and consistent plating.
• Assist Head Chef with daily operations, mise en place, and stock monitoring.
• Train and guide junior kitchen staff; contribute to menu development.
• Work collaboratively with service staff and management to ensure smooth service.

Skills

Food prep

Cooking techniques

Plating

Team supervision

Communication

Job description

Company Description AK Ventures is a venture capital firm that provides funding and support to startups with high-growth potential. The organization focuses on partnering with innovative founders and early-stage companies to help them scale and succeed. In addition to capital, AK Ventures offers strategic guidance, business insights, and access to a broad professional network. Team members work in a dynamic environment that values entrepreneurship, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Joining AK Ventures means contributing to a portfolio of diverse businesses while growing in a fast-paced, forward-thinking workplace.

Role Description The Chef De Partie at AK Ventures is a full-time, on-site role based in Bentong. The role involves managing a specific kitchen section, preparing and cooking menu items to company standards, and ensuring consistent quality and presentation. The Chef De Partie will support the Head Chef in daily operations, including organizing mise en place, monitoring stock levels, and maintaining food safety and hygiene practices. Responsibilities also include training and guiding junior kitchen staff, collaborating on menu development, and helping to minimize waste and control food costs. The role requires effective communication with the wider team to ensure smooth service during peak hours and special events.

Qualifications

• Strong practical skills in food preparation, cooking techniques, and plating, with experience managing a designated section of the kitchen.
• Knowledge of food safety standards, hygiene regulations, and kitchen health and safety practices, with a commitment to maintaining a clean, organized workspace.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure, prioritize tasks, and deliver consistent quality during busy service periods.
• Experience supervising or mentoring junior kitchen staff, fostering teamwork, and supporting a positive, respectful kitchen culture.
• Good communication skills and the ability to collaborate with chefs, service staff, and management to coordinate smooth operations.
• Relevant culinary training or certification from a recognized institution; prior experience as a Chef De Partie or Demi Chef in a professional kitchen is highly beneficial.
• Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and holidays as required by the business, with a reliable on-site presence in Bentong.
• Passion for food, creativity in menu development, and openness to learning new techniques and cuisines.