Demi Chef de Cuisine - Lead Kitchen Ops & Menu Execution

IHG Hotels & Resorts; George Town; On-site; MYR 39,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

IHG Hotels & Resorts in Penang, Malaysia is seeking a Chef de Partie/Commis to join our culinary team. You will assist in preparing and cooking dishes to our standards and support the Chef de Partie in daily operations.

Pre-opening experience is valued; you will supervise junior kitchen staff, ensure HACCP compliance, and work with other departments to maintain top quality and guest satisfaction at our hotel.

Qualifications

• Certificate or Diploma in Culinary Arts or equivalent.
• Minimum 1–2 years of experience in a professional kitchen or hotel environment.
• Pre-opening or international hotel experience is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and cooking dishes according to approved recipes and standards.
• Support the Chef de Partie in daily section operations and mise en place planning.
• Participate in pre-opening activities including kitchen setup, cleaning, and trial runs.
• Supervise Commis Chefs when assigned and provide on-the-job guidance.
• Ensure compliance with IHG standards, HACCP, LQA, and local health regulations.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and hygiene of the work area.
• Assist in portion control, waste reduction, and basic inventory tasks.
• Follow safe work practices and report maintenance or safety issues.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Stewarding, and Hygiene to meet IHG standards.

Skills

Cooking skills

Food safety

Supervise juniors

Time management

Teamwork

Pressure handling

Cost control

Menu planning

Dept collaboration

Education

Certificate or Diploma in Culinary Arts

Job description

IHG Hotels & Resorts in Penang, Malaysia is seeking a Chef de Partie/Commis to join our culinary team. You will assist in preparing and cooking dishes to our standards and support the Chef de Partie in daily operations.

Pre-opening experience is valued; you will supervise junior kitchen staff, ensure HACCP compliance, and work with other departments to maintain top quality and guest satisfaction at our hotel.