Executive Chef

Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hotel chain in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an experienced Executive Chef to oversee the culinary operations. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in a relevant position, strong leadership qualities, and the ability to ensure high food quality. This role involves fostering a positive kitchen environment and guiding the culinary team to delight customers with exceptional cuisine. The position offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Learning & Development programs

Complimentary hotel stays

Health & wellness benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum degree holder, preferably a graduate of a Hotel School.
• 5 years’ experience in a relevant position.
• Experience in large banquet operations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the entire culinary operation.
• Ensure food quality and customer satisfaction.
• Guide senior chefs in decision-making.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Culinary Management

Food Quality Assurance

Education

Degree in Culinary Arts or Hotel Management

Job description

About the job

Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur is looking for an Executive Chef to join our Culinary team.

Are you a master of craft? Do you thrive in a team that succeeds together, demonstrating integrity and respect while acting responsibly? Do you embrace a growth mindset? We invite you to become a fan of the exceptional.

Mandarin Oriental is the award‑winning owner and operator of some of the most luxurious hotels, resorts and residences located in prime destinations around the world, with a strong development pipeline. Increasingly recognised for creating some of the world’s most sought‑after properties, the Group provides legendary service inspired by Asian heritage whilst representing the very cutting‑edge of luxury experiences.

Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur is a luxurious urban resort located in the heart of Kuala Lumpur and enjoys an unrivalled location next to the iconic Petronas Twin Towers, KL Convention Centre, and prestigious Suria KLCC mall.

Responsibilities

Based at the Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur / within the Culinary Department in Kuala Lumpur, the Executive Chef is responsible in supervising the entire culinary operation. Ensures a good working environment and colleague relations throughout the kitchen and responsible for the training and professional development of all kitchen colleagues. The Executive Chef reports to the Director of Food & Beverage / Hotel Manager.

• The Executive Chef takes the full responsibility of the food quality and strives for fully delighting our customers within the culinary operation.
• Foster positive thinking and motivation within all kitchens by giving active assistance and advice on more effective ways of running the kitchens.
• Plan in conjunction with F&B management, activities, special events, menu implementations according to the annual marketing plans.
• Ensure that all designated action points from daily briefings or bi‑monthly operational meetings are being followed by the individuals concerned.
• Guide all the senior chefs and Chief Steward/ Senior/Assistant Chief Stewards in decision‑making and judgement.
• Ensures grooming standards on punctuality, uniforms and personal hygiene are a priority.
• Follows up guest comments to establish solutions appropriate to problems highlighted and to take ownership of their work and follow ups.

Qualifications

• Minimum Degree holder, preferably Graduate of a Hotel School would be an added advantage.
• 5 years’ experience in relevant position.
• 4 years of international, preferably Asian and western experience.
• Experienced in large banquet operations.
• Possess strong leadership qualities.

Our commitment to you

• Learning & Development. Your success is our success. We craft unique learning and development programmes for various stages in your career so that you grow, continuously.
• MOstay. When you work as hard as our colleagues do, it’s important to take time off. As a member of the #MOfamily, you can stay with us wherever you go in the world. The MOstay programme offers complimentary nights and additionally attractive rates on rooms for you and your loved ones.
• Health & Colleague Wellness. Finding the right work‑life balance is important. Your wellbeing matters to us. A variety of health benefits and wellness programmes are offered to all our colleagues, globally.
• EPF (Employees Provident Fund) contributions (higher than the norm).
• SOCSO (Social Security Organisation) & EIS (Employment Insurance System).
• Public holiday entitlement based on Malaysian calendar.
• Exceptional rest area & colleagues engagement activities.