Cook

Igloo play sdn.bhd; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Igloo play sdn.bhd in Mount Austin, Johor, is seeking an experienced Cook to join our culinary team. In a fast-paced kitchen, you will prepare and cook meals to meet high standards of quality, consistency and presentation, contributing to guest dining experiences.

You will work with chefs and kitchen staff, follow recipes and health and safety guidelines, and support menu development while maintaining cleanliness and efficiency across service periods.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Cook in a hotel, restaurant or catering environment.
• Strong knowledge of cooking techniques and kitchen operations.
• Understanding of food safety standards and hygiene regulations.
• Ability to work under pressure during busy service periods.
• Excellent teamwork and communication.
• Attention to detail with consistency in food quality and presentation.
• Physical stamina for long shifts and lifting.
• Flexible to work weekends and public holidays.
• Culinary qualifications or certificates are advantageous.
• Experience with diverse cuisines or specialised cooking stations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and cooking dishes according to established recipes and plating guidelines.
• Maintaining a clean, hygienic kitchen in line with safety regulations.
• Managing ingredients, checking quality and reporting stock to supervisors.
• Following portion controls to minimise waste while ensuring consistency.
• Collaborating with chefs and kitchen staff to ensure smooth service.
• Responding to kitchen orders and adapting to service demands.
• Assisting with mise en place and initial stages of prep.
• Adhering to health and safety procedures for equipment and chemicals.
• Contributing ideas for menu improvements and dietary requirements.

Skills

Cooking techniques

Food safety

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Stamina

Shift flexibility

Kitchen operations

Hospitality experience

Diversity of cuisine experience

Education

Culinary qualification

Job description

About the role
We are seeking an experienced Cook to join our culinary team at our establishment in Mount Austin, Johor. As a Cook, you will play a vital role in the hospitality and tourism industry, working in a fast-paced kitchen environment to prepare and cook meals that meet our high standards of quality, consistency and presentation. This position is essential to ensuring our guests receive an exceptional dining experience, and you will be at the heart of our daily operations, contributing directly to the reputation and success of our establishment.

Key responsibilities

• Preparing and cooking dishes according to established recipes, plating standards and presentation guidelines
• Maintaining a clean and hygienic kitchen environment in compliance with food safety and sanitation regulations
• Managing food inventory, checking quality of ingredients and reporting stock levels to supervisors
• Following portion control standards to minimise food waste whilst maintaining consistency across all dishes
• Working collaboratively with other kitchen staff including chefs, sous chefs and commis chefs to ensure smooth service during meal periods
• Responding promptly to kitchen orders and adapting to service demands during peak hours
• Assisting with the preparation of ingredients, mise en place and initial stages of dish preparation
• Adhering to health and safety procedures, including safe handling of equipment and chemicals
• Contributing ideas for menu improvements and special dietary requirements when requested

What we're looking for

• Proven experience as a Cook in a hotel, restaurant or catering environment within the hospitality and tourism sector
• Strong knowledge of cooking techniques, food preparation methods and kitchen operations
• Understanding of food safety standards, hygiene regulations and safe food handling practices
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and maintain productivity during busy service periods
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills with the ability to follow instructions from senior kitchen staff
• Attention to detail with a commitment to consistency in food quality and presentation
• Physical stamina and ability to stand for extended periods and lift heavy items as required
• Flexibility to work various shift patterns, including weekends and public holidays
• Relevant culinary qualifications or certificates in food preparation or hospitality would be advantageous
• Experience working with diverse cuisines or specialised cooking stations is a plus