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THE STRAITS HOTEL & SUITES SDN. BHD.; Malacca City; On-site; MYR 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The Straits Hotel & Suites Sdn. Bhd. in Malacca City is seeking a kitchen support for a busy commercial kitchen.

Responsibilities include mise en place, cooking assistance, stock control, and upholding hygiene and safety practices. You will support the kitchen team and may lead the station in the absence of senior chefs. Ideal candidates have 2–3 years in a professional kitchen, a related diploma or certificate, strong knife skills, and the ability to work in shifts including early mornings and

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience in a commercial kitchen.
• Diploma or certificate in Culinary Arts or Hospitality Management preferred.
• Strong knife skills and solid grasp of foundational cooking techniques.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily mise en place including chopping, peeling, weighing, and measuring ingredients following exact recipes and standards.
• Operate kitchen equipment like ovens, grills, and stoves to cook and plate dishes during busy service hours.
• Check food stock, label and date items, and use FIFO to reduce waste.
• Clean and sanitize work areas, tools, and equipment according to food safety and hygiene rules.
• Support other kitchen staff and lead the station if senior chefs are absent.

Skills

Knife skills

Verbal communication

Stamina

Shift work

Education

Diploma or certificate in Culinary Arts or Hospitality Management

Job description

A kitchen support role in a commercial kitchen environment, responsible for food preparation, cooking support, stock management, and maintaining hygiene and safety standards while supporting the broader kitchen team.

Key responsibilities

Perform daily mise en place including chopping, peeling, weighing, and measuring ingredients following exact recipes and standards

Operate kitchen equipment like ovens, grills, and stoves to cook and plate dishes during busy service hours

Check food stock, label and date items, and use the FIFO (First-In, First-Out) method to reduce waste

Clean and sanitize work areas, tools, and equipment according to food safety and hygiene rules

Support other kitchen staff and lead the station if senior chefs are absent

About you

Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in a commercial kitchen, preferably within a 4-star or 5-star hotel environment

A diploma or certificate in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, or a related field is highly preferred

Strong knife skills and a solid grasp of foundational cooking techniques (sautéing, roasting, poaching, grilling)

Clear verbal communication skills to coordinate effectively with a diverse kitchen team

Ability to stand for long periods, work in high-temperature environments, and lift heavy kitchen inventory

Willingness to work in shifts, including early mornings, late nights, weekends, and public holidays