COOK, FOOD SERVICES

KPJ Healthcare Berhad; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 28,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

KPJ Healthcare Berhad is seeking a Diploma-qualified cook to join its hospital kitchen team in Kuala Lumpur. The role focuses on timely meal preparation, portioning, and ensuring food safety and presentation according to standard recipes.

You will monitor ingredients, maintain sanitation, logs, and help with distribution of meals, while upholding KPJ's commitment to quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Culinary or higher is required.
• At least 1 year of working experience in the food industry.

Responsibilities

• Schedule cooking for timely meal preparation.
• Check menu/production sheets/catering requisition to determine type and quantities of raw materials to be prepared.
• Prepare food in accordance with standard recipes.
• Ensure food portioning and presentation during meal assembly are in accordance with the necessary standard (tray line/process/ function).
• Ensure food prepared does not have any sign of deterioration, mold, or other contamination.
• Adhere to proper food handling, sanitation, and safety procedures; maintain temperature logs as required, and maintain appropriate dating, labelling, and rotation of all food items.
• Maintain an orderly working environment by keeping the kitchen area clean and neat at all times.
• Support the distribution of prepared foods where necessary.
• Operate and maintain good condition of all food & beverage equipment and utensils.
• Ensure the recommended stock level of all food items is in place and updated when necessary.
• Engage in departmental improvement activities by generating resource-efficient menu ideas meeting patient needs.

Education

Diploma in Culinary and above

Job description

• To schedule cooking for timely meal preparation.
• To check menu/production sheets/catering requisition to determine type and quantities of raw materials to be prepared.
• To prepare food in accordance with standard recipes.
• To ensure the food portioning and presentation during the meal assembly process are in accordance to the necessary standard (tray lineprocess/function).
• To ensure food prepared does not have any sign of deterioration, mold, or othercontamination.
• Adhere to proper food handling, sanitation, and safety procedures; maintains temperature logs as required, and maintains appropriate dating, labelling, and rotation of all food items.
• Maintain an orderly working environment by keeping the kitchen area clean and neat atall times.
• To support the distribution of prepared foods where necessary.
• To operate and maintain good condition of all food & beverage equipment and utensils.
• To ensure the recommended stock level of all food items are in place and updated when necessary.
• To engage in departmental improvement activities by generating resource-efficient menu ideas meeting patient needs.

REQUIREMENT

Diploma in Culinary and above

At least 1 year of working experience in food industry

KPJ Healthcare Berhad is the leading provider of private healthcare services in Malaysia, with a history dating back to 1981 when it introduced the first private specialist hospital in Johor. The Group's core values of Safety, Courtesy, Integrity, Professionalism, and Continuous Improvement drive its integrated network of more than 29 specialist hospitals across Malaysia. Additionally, KPJ has expanded its presence internationally, with hospitals in Indonesia, Bangkok, and Bangladesh, as well as investments in retirement and age-care resorts in Australia and Malaysia.

KPJ's competitive advantage stems from its extensive reach and accessibility throughout the nation, offering a wide range of medical specialist services, some of which are pioneering in the country's healthcare industry. The company also excels in utilizing integrated technology to enhance patient care, including the adoption of Cloud Computing and continuous improvements to the KPJ Clinical Information System (KCIS). Furthermore, KPJ is exploring digitalized medical technology applications in areas such as E-Pharmacy, wearable technology, robotics, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and the Internet of Things (IoT).

With over three and a half decades of experience in hospital development and management, KPJ is built on strong fundamentals, positioning it well for the evolving healthcare industry. The company's health tourism segment has experienced significant growth through aggressive marketing strategies, expanding its footprint in various regions.

In addition to hospital-based care, KPJ has made strides in healthcare-related industries, particularly in KPJ Senior Living Care services and Healthcare Education, recognizing their potential for the future due to increasing consumer demand. KPJ hospitals have received recognition from accreditation bodies, ensuring the quality and safety of their services.

The company is committed to giving back to the community and has established a network of Klinik Wakaf An-Nur (KWAN) charity clinics and a Hospital Waqaf An-Nur (HWAN) to provide care to the underprivileged. With 18 KWAN clinics and five mobile clinics, KPJ's efforts have positively impacted over one million patients since 1998.

Overall, KPJ Healthcare Berhad's extensive network, commitment to innovation, and dedication to quality healthcare services and community outreach make it a prominent and trusted player in the private healthcare industry.

KPJ Healthcare Berhad is the leading provider of private healthcare services in Malaysia, with a history dating back to 1981 when it introduced the first private specialist hospital in Johor. The Group's core values of Safety, Courtesy, Integrity, Professionalism, and Continuous Improvement drive its integrated network of more than 29 specialist hospitals across Malaysia. Additionally, KPJ has expanded its presence internationally, with hospitals in Indonesia, Bangkok, and Bangladesh, as well as investments in retirement and age-care resorts in Australia and Malaysia.

KPJ's competitive advantage stems from its extensive reach and accessibility throughout the nation, offering a wide range of medical specialist services, some of which are pioneering in the country's healthcare industry. The company also excels in utilizing integrated technology to enhance patient care, including the adoption of Cloud Computing and continuous improvements to the KPJ Clinical Information System (KCIS). Furthermore, KPJ is exploring digitalized medical technology applications in areas such as E-Pharmacy, wearable technology, robotics, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and the Internet of Things (IoT).

With over three and a half decades of experience in hospital development and management, KPJ is built on strong fundamentals, positioning it well for the evolving healthcare industry. The company's health tourism segment has experienced significant growth through aggressive marketing strategies, expanding its footprint in various regions.

In addition to hospital-based care, KPJ has made strides in healthcare-related industries, particularly in KPJ Senior Living Care services and Healthcare Education, recognizing their potential for the future due to increasing consumer demand. KPJ hospitals have received recognition from accreditation bodies, ensuring the quality and safety of their services.

The company is committed to giving back to the community and has established a network of Klinik Wakaf An-Nur (KWAN) charity clinics and a Hospital Waqaf An-Nur (HWAN) to provide care to the underprivileged. With 18 KWAN clinics and five mobile clinics, KPJ's efforts have positively impacted over one million patients since 1998.

Overall, KPJ Healthcare Berhad's extensive network, commitment to innovation, and dedication to quality healthcare services and community outreach make it a prominent and trusted player in the private healthcare industry.