Commis (Hot & Western Kitchen)

UOA Hospitality; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Jora Malaysia is hiring a Kitchen Assistant to assist in the preparation and cooking of food according to recipes and kitchen standards. Based in Kuala Lumpur, you will work with a fast-paced team to deliver quality meals.

You will prepare ingredients, support the Chef and senior kitchen staff, ensure food safety and hygiene, maintain clean workstations, and help with stock and events. This role requires reliability, teamwork, and willingness to work shifts.

Qualifications

• Fresh graduates or candidates with no experience are encouraged to apply.
• Basic knowledge of food preparation and kitchen hygiene.
• Able to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Willing to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays.
• Team player with a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and cooking of food according to recipes and kitchen standards.
• Prepare ingredients such as vegetables, meat, seafood, sauces, and other items as required.
• Support the Chef and senior kitchen team during daily operations.
• Ensure food is prepared, stored, and handled in accordance with food safety and hygiene standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of workstations, kitchen equipment, and preparation areas.
• Follow proper portion control and minimise food wastage.
• Check the quality and freshness of ingredients before use.
• Assist with receiving, storing, and organising food supplies when required.
• Ensure kitchen tools and equipment are used correctly and safely.
• Support the kitchen team during busy periods, functions, and events.
• Follow daily preparation lists and instructions from the Chef.
• Maintain proper personal hygiene, grooming, and kitchen safety standards.
• Report any equipment issues, food quality concerns, or stock shortages to the Chef.
• Work closely with other kitchen team members to ensure efficient service.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Chef or management.

Skills

Food preparation

Kitchen hygiene

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Job description

Jora Malaysia will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

Assist in the preparation and cooking of food according to recipes and kitchen standards.

Prepare ingredients such as vegetables, meat, seafood, sauces, and other items as required.

Support the Chef and senior kitchen team during daily operations.

Ensure food is prepared, stored, and handled in accordance with food safety and hygiene standards.

Maintain cleanliness and organisation of workstations, kitchen equipment, and preparation areas.

Follow proper portion control and minimise food wastage.

Check the quality and freshness of ingredients before use.

Assist with receiving, storing, and organising food supplies when required.

Ensure kitchen tools and equipment are used correctly and safely.

Support the kitchen team during busy periods, functions, and events.

Follow daily preparation lists and instructions from the Chef.

Maintain proper personal hygiene, grooming, and kitchen safety standards.

Report any equipment issues, food quality concerns, or stock shortages to the Chef.

Work closely with other kitchen team members to ensure efficient service.

Perform any other duties assigned by the Chef or management.

REQUIREMENTS

Previous kitchen experience is an advantage.

Fresh graduates or candidates with no experience are encouraged to apply.

Basic knowledge of food preparation and kitchen hygiene.

Passionate about cooking and willing to learn.

Able to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Team player with a positive attitude.

Good discipline and attention to detail.

Physically fit and able to stand for extended periods.

Willing to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays.