Creative Chef: Lead Kitchen Ops & Menu Innovation

Dude’s; Sepang; On-site; MYR 54,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff meals

Career development

Training programs

Positive environment

Collaborative culture

Mentorship

Job summary

Dude's in Cyberjaya, Selangor, is hiring a full-time Chef to lead kitchen operations and deliver exceptional dining experiences. You will craft and execute diverse menus, supervise staff, and ensure food safety and quality across all dishes.

The role requires formal culinary training or equivalent hands-on experience, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards.

Qualifications

• Formal culinary training or equivalent hands-on experience in a commercial kitchen.
• Proficiency in various cooking techniques and ability to work with diverse ingredients and cuisines.
• Creative flair and passion for innovative menu development and food presentation.
• Strong organisational and time management abilities under pressure.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment whilst maintaining high standards.
• Knowledge of portion control, food costing and inventory management.
• Flexibility to work varied shifts including evenings, weekends and public holidays as required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and cook a variety of dishes in accordance with established recipes and plating standards.
• Oversee daily kitchen operations and supervise kitchen staff to ensure efficient workflow and adherence to health and safety standards.
• Maintain ingredient quality and food safety standards, including proper storage, handling and preparation procedures.
• Manage inventory levels and coordinate with suppliers to ensure adequate stock of fresh ingredients.
• Develop and create new menu items and specials that reflect current culinary trends and align with Dude's brand.
• Ensure consistency in taste, presentation and portion control across all dishes served.
• Liaise with front-of-house teams to address special requests and dietary requirement.
• Maintain a clean, organised and hygienic kitchen environment at all times.

Skills

Culinary skills

Kitchen leadership

Food safety

Menu development

Time management

Team collaboration

Job description

Dude's in Cyberjaya, Selangor, is hiring a full-time Chef to lead kitchen operations and deliver exceptional dining experiences. You will craft and execute diverse menus, supervise staff, and ensure food safety and quality across all dishes.

The role requires formal culinary training or equivalent hands-on experience, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards.