Demi Chef, Garde Manger — Elevate Luxury Dining

Hilton; Kedah; On-site; MYR 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Hilton in Malaysia is seeking a Demi Chef to craft high-quality dishes and lead kitchen operations with passion for hospitality. You’ll supervise line cooks, ensure food safety, and contribute to cost management while delivering memorable guest experiences.

Minimum qualifications include technical culinary education, 3+ years as a Cook in a 5-star setting, 1+ year as Commis I in an international brand, strong leadership, and HACCP knowledge. Legal working rights in Malaysia are required.

Qualifications

• Technical education in hospitality or culinary school.
• At least 3 years as a Cook in Chinese / Banquet / Main / Pastry Kitchen in a 5-star category hotel or restaurant with high standards.
• At least 1 year as a Commis I in an international brand hotel or restaurant with high standards.
• Possess good leadership and training skills.
• Up to date with sanitation classes.
• Knowledgeable in HACCP.
• Must possess legal working rights in Malaysia.

Responsibilities

• Prepare great-tasting dishes: Season, cook, and test dishes according to standard recipes, ensuring consistency in taste and presentation
• Supervise the kitchen team: Oversee line cooks to ensure and provide support as needed in the absence of senior chefs to ensure smooth and efficient operations
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness: Keep all work areas clean, tidy, and free of cross-contamination
• Ensure food quality and storage compliance: Monitor ingredient quality, ensuring proper storage and stock rotation
• Assist with cost management: Contribute to controlling food costs, improving gross profit margins, and meeting departmental financial targets
• Inspire and develop the team: Supervise and support team members, monitor performance, provide coaching, and foster a positive and productive work environment
• Uphold regulatory standards: Maintain compliance with health, safety, sanitation, and alcohol awareness regulations, ensuring the highest standards of guest and team member wellbeing.

Skills

Leadership

Training

Hospitality mindset

Integrity

Team coordination

Education

Culinary education

Job description

Hilton in Malaysia is seeking a Demi Chef to craft high-quality dishes and lead kitchen operations with passion for hospitality. You’ll supervise line cooks, ensure food safety, and contribute to cost management while delivering memorable guest experiences.

Minimum qualifications include technical culinary education, 3+ years as a Cook in a 5-star setting, 1+ year as Commis I in an international brand, strong leadership, and HACCP knowledge. Legal working rights in Malaysia are required.