Chef De Partie

Riders Resort Sdn Bhd; Kulai; On-site; MYR 20,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-focused resort is seeking an experienced Chef De Partie to join its culinary team in Johor, Malaysia. This role involves developing seasonal menus, maintaining kitchen hygiene, and training kitchen staff. The ideal candidate should be driven, independent, and well-presented, with a passion for cooking and guest satisfaction. Experience in a resort or hospitality environment is an advantage. Flexible working hours, including weekends, may be required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Chef De Partie or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of food hygiene and kitchen standards.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.

Responsibilities

• Develop and set up menus including seasonal offerings.
• Maintain food hygiene and kitchen cleanliness.
• Monitor food inventory and control costs.

Skills

Kitchen operations knowledge

Strong leadership

Team motivation

Communication skills

Job description

We are a family-focused resort seeking a Chef De Partie for both Western and Asian Cuisine who is independent, driven, and well presented to join our growing culinary team. This role is ideal for a motivated kitchen professional who enjoys leadership, menu development, and working in a collaborative resort environment.

You will play a key role in maintaining kitchen standards, developing seasonal menus, and supporting the training and performance of the kitchen team while ensuring excellent food quality and cost control.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, plan, and set up menus including seasonal and promotional offerings
• Maintain high standards of food hygiene, kitchen cleanliness, and safety in compliance food safety regulations
• Monitor and manage food inventory, stock rotation, and ordering
• Control food costs, portioning, and wastage to meet budget targets
• Train, guide, and supervise new and existing kitchen crew
• Motivate, lead, and support the kitchen team to ensure smooth daily operations
• Work closely with management and bar team to develop innovative and seasonal menus
• Ensure consistent food quality, presentation, and service standards
• Adapt to flexible working hours, including weekends and public holidays as required

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Chef De Partie / CDP / Senior Commis Chef
• Strong knowledge of kitchen operations, food hygiene, and safety standards
• Ability to work independently and take initiative
• Driven, proactive, and well presented with a positive attitude
• Strong leadership and team-motivation skills
• Good communication skills and ability to work in a team environment
• Passion for cooking and continuous improvement
• Experience in a resort, hotel, or family-focused hospitality environment is an advantage