Demi Chef

Lamboplace Sdn Bhd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 29,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Lamboplace Sdn Bhd in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a passionate Demi Chef to join our café kitchen team. You will assist with daily food preparation, ensure quality and presentation, and help the kitchen run smoothly.

You will manage mise en place, support Commis Chefs, follow recipes and SOPs, maintain hygiene, and handle inventory and ordering as needed. Flexible hours including weekends and public holidays may be required. This role offers growth in a busy cafe setting.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Demi CDP or similar role in restaurant, hotel or cafe.
• Strong attention to detail and time management.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and public holidays.
• Able to follow recipes and instructions accurately.
• Possess a culinary diploma or relevant certificate (advantage).

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food items according to company recipes, quality standards, and presentation guidelines.
• Manage daily mise en place and ensure assigned kitchen section is fully prepared for service.
• Monitor food quality, portion control, and minimize wastage.
• Supervise and guide Commis Chefs in basic preparation and kitchen duties.
• Ensure cleanliness, hygiene, and organization of the assigned workstation and kitchen areas.
• Handle proper storage of ingredients and food items following labeling, dating, and FIFO procedures.
• Follow food safety regulations, kitchen SOPs, and company standards at all times.
• Handle ingredient ordering, stock receiving, and inventory checks to ensure sufficient kitchen supplies.
• Maintain a positive and cooperative working relationship with the kitchen team.
• Support the Supervisor with any ad-hoc duties if required.

Skills

Leadership

Time management

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Recipe following

Education

Culinary diploma or certificate (advantage)

Job description

We are looking for a passionate and reliable Demi Chef to join our café kitchen team. The ideal candidate will assist with daily food preparation, maintain high standards of food quality and presentation, and ensure the kitchen operates smoothly and efficiently.

• Prepare and cook food items according to company recipes, quality standards, and presentation guidelines.


• Manage daily mise en place and ensure assigned kitchen section is fully prepared for service.


• Monitor food quality, portion control, and minimize wastage.


• Supervise and guide Commis Chefs in basic preparation and kitchen duties.


• Ensure cleanliness, hygiene, and organization of the assigned workstation and kitchen areas.


• Handle proper storage of ingredients and food items following labeling, dating, and FIFO procedures.


• Follow food safety regulations, kitchen SOPs, and company standards at all times.


• Handle ingredient ordering, stock receiving, and inventory checks to ensure sufficient kitchen supplies.


• Maintain a positive and cooperative working relationship with the kitchen team.


• Support the Supervisor with any ad-hoc duties if required.

• Proven experience working as Demi CDP or a similar role in kitchen (restaurant, hotel or café).


• Preferably posses a culinary diploma or relevant certificate is an advantage.


• Strong attention to detail and time management.


• Strong organizational, leadership skills and teamwork.


• Ability to follow recipes and instructions accurately.


• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and public holidays.