Commis Chef - Fast-Paced Burger Kitchen

Hot Buns Co.; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 28,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff meal provided

Job summary

Hot Buns Co. in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a dependable Commis Chef to join our kitchen team.

This role involves both central kitchen production and service kitchen operations, so you will prepare ingredients, follow recipes and assist with batch production during busy service periods. Ideal candidates have at least one year of kitchen or F&B experience, good communication and teamwork skills, and a strong focus on cleanliness and food safety.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of kitchen or food and beverage experience.
• Experience in restaurant, café, central kitchen or fast-casual kitchen preferred.
• Basic knowledge of food preparation, cooking methods and kitchen safety.
• Able to follow recipes, portion sizes and preparation instructions accurately.
• Able to work quickly and efficiently during busy service periods.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Good personal hygiene and attention to cleanliness.
• Physically able to stand for long periods and carry kitchen supplies.
• Malaysian citizen or holder of a valid Malaysian work permit for the service sector.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients and food items according to approved recipes, portion sizes and presentation standards.
• Complete daily mise en place and set up the kitchen station for breakfast, lunch or dinner service.
• Assist with the preparation and production of burger patties, buns, sauces, garnishes, sides and other menu items.
• Support central kitchen production, including batching, portioning, packing, labelling and storing products.
• Follow production schedules and prepare enough food based on estimated demand without overproducing.
• Check daily par levels and identify items that need to be prepared, defrosted or replenished.
• Inform supervisors early about shortages, low stock or unavailable ingredients.
• Work on the kitchen line during service and prepare guest orders accurately and consistently.
• Handle high-volume service while maintaining speed, cleanliness and food quality.
• Follow order tickets carefully and communicate clearly with the kitchen and service teams.
• Ensure every dish is prepared according to recipe cards and presentation standards.
• Assist other kitchen stations when required during busy periods.
• Remain calm, focused and organised under pressure.

Skills

One year experience

Good communication

Teamwork skills

Hardworking

Punctual

Organised

Able to work under pressure

Stand for long periods

Job description

Hot Buns Co. in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a dependable Commis Chef to join our kitchen team.

This role involves both central kitchen production and service kitchen operations, so you will prepare ingredients, follow recipes and assist with batch production during busy service periods. Ideal candidates have at least one year of kitchen or F&B experience, good communication and teamwork skills, and a strong focus on cleanliness and food safety.