CHEF DE PARTIE, TMS PUSRAWI

KPJ Selangor Specialist Hospital; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 28,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

KPJ Selangor Specialist Hospital is seeking a skilled cook to prepare and present meals according to the daily production list, while upholding high standards of sanitation and safety within a hospital dietary setting.

You will ensure quality, portion control, and proper food temperatures, and assist in inventory management and staff training under the HOS. Healthcare catering experience is a plus, with strong teamwork and communication required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience as a cook.
• Familiarity with the food industry.
• Experience in Hospital Dietary Services is advantageous.
• Knowledge of cuisine and fundamental culinary skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items ensuring quality and portioning as per daily production list.
• Arrange food items attractively on plates and platters.
• Maintain proper food temperatures during preparation and service.
• Store and rotate food in storage per guidelines.
• Assist in managing kitchen inventory and supplies with HOS.
• Supervise food production with the HOS/Catering officer.
• Perform light bookkeeping duties and report malfunctions.
• Assist with food preparation for catering projects and training new staff.

Skills

Culinary skills

Food safety

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Inventory management

Education

Certificate in Culinary / Chef training or SPM

Job description

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Responsible for preparing, working with and delivering food according to the nutritional needs of the patient / resident, providing food to patients and personnel while maintaining high standards of quality, sanitation and safety.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Prepare food items by ensuring quality, quantity and attractively according to daily Meal Production List
• Ensure that food items are appropriately arranged on plates and platters
• Prepare and assemble portions in accordance to the menu and standard portioning guidelines
• Ensure food temperatures during preparation and throughout services are within specified range as according to statutory requirements and recommended approved guidance
• Store food in an appropriate manner as according to statutory requirements and recommended approved guidelines
• Ensure that food items are properly rotated in storage
• Dispose of expired or near expiry products
• Ensure cleanliness of kitchen by following cleaning and sanitation guidelines
• Manage transportation of food and supplies and ensure food temperatures are within specified range as according to statutory requirements and recommended approved guidance
• Assist HOS in managing food inventory and supplies
• Inform HOS on supplies once reached the minimum par level (before they run out of stock)
• Wash pots, pans and any other utensil use in cooking
• Assist the HOS / Catering officer to supervise food production
• Perform light bookkeeping duties
• Report kitchen malfunctions to superior immediately
• Inspect food items and equipment on a constant basis
• Assist with food preparation services for catering projects
• Assist HOS in orienting, training, supervising, and evaluating new staff
• Any other duties as per instructed by the organization

JOB REQUIREMENT

Education:

• Certificate in Culinary / Chef training or SPM

Knowledge and Experiences:

• 5 years experiences as cook
• Familiarity with any food industries
• Experience in Hospital Dietary Services will be an extra advantage
• Knowledge of cuisine and fundamental culinary skills
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and interface with various levels of the organization

Skills & Competencies:

Special skills required

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy

Personal attributes

• Results-oriented mindset, with the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines
• Self-motivated and able to work independently
• Strong ethics and integrity
• Openness to learning and adapting to change
• A collaborative and team-oriented approach