Demi Chef

Novotel Hotels; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Novotel Kuala Lumpur City Centre is seeking a diligent cook to join our hotel kitchen. You will prepare and present high-quality dishes, follow brand standards, and help delight guests across all dining occasions.

With at least 2 years in hospitality, you will work under the Head Chef, handle multiple orders, keep the station clean and stocked, and contribute to a seamless dining experience at Food Exchange.

Qualifications

• The successful candidate will have a commercial cookery qualification with at least 2 years in hospitality.
• Experience providing quality food and presentation of all dishes.
• Knowledge of food safety policies and procedures.
• Relevant food preparation and service knowledge.
• Ability to work unsupervised with excellent time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Working on several orders at once.
• Constantly keeping the station clean and sanitized.
• Ensures the station is stocked with food and equipment.
• Assumes 100% responsibility for quality of output from station.
• Create food of the highest quality and to the standards.
• Communicate effectively with the team and seek guest feedback.
• Under Head Chef guidance, assists in preparation of food and kitchen operations.

Skills

Experience providing quality food and

Presentation of dishes

Food safety knowledge

Food preparation knowledge

Time management skills

Education

Commercial cookery qualification

Job description

Company Description

Novotel Kuala Lumpur City Centre

Hotel that makes every moment matter

Situated in the Golden Triangle of Kuala Lumpur, the hotel offers a convenient position between the PETRONAS Twin Towers and Bukit Bintang. Within a short stroll of less than five minutes, guests can easily reach the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre and shopping destinations such as Pavilion Kuala Lumpur and Suria KLCC. With 302 rooms, all of which are smoke‑free with various amenities including complimentary WIFI, 24‑hour room service, built‑in drinking water filtration, and an ergonomic working desk.

Culinary delights await at Food Exchange, where you can indulge in a diverse selection of international and local cuisine at this all‑day dining restaurant. For socialising or refreshment, Gourmet Bar offers a range of alcoholic and non‑alcoholic drinks. Guests staying on our premier floors or holding Accor Platinum and Diamond memberships enjoy exclusive access to Premier Lounge. Stay active with our outdoor swimming pool and fitness centre. Organise meetings and events in our six versatile ballrooms.

When in Kuala Lumpur, guests can explore a myriad of attractions located close to the hotel, including landmarks like Petronas Twin Towers, Aquaria KLCC, KL Tower, KL Forest Eco Park, Petaling Street (Chinatown), and numerous other captivating sights.

Job Description

Ready for a sizzling career move? You will play a pivotal role in our kitchen working alongside a fantastic team. The food you prepare, cook and serve makes our guests smile and wanting more.

What You Will Be Doing

• Working on several orders at once
• Constantly keeping the station clean and sanitized
• Making sure their station is properly stocked with food and equipment
• Assumes 100% responsibility for quality of output from station
• Creating food of the highest quality and to the standards.
• Communicate effectively with the rest of the team and thrive for guest feedback
• Under the general guidance of Head Chef and within the limits of established policies and procedures, assists in preparation of food and operation of the kitchen department

Qualifications

The successful candidate will have:

• A commercial cookery qualification with previous experience working in a hotel or restaurant environment for at least 2 years in the hospitality industry.
• Experience providing quality food and presentation of all dishes
• Knowledge of food safety policies and procedures
• Relevant food preparation and service knowledge
• The ability to work unsupervised with excellent time management skills