Executive Chef (R&D) [Basic up to RM12,000]

Talent Recruit; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 122,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

Talent Recruit is seeking an Executive Chef (R&D) for a renowned Pastry Cafe in Johor Bahru. The role oversees high-volume kitchen operations, menu development, inventory control, and budgeting to ensure top quality and guest satisfaction.

The ideal candidate holds a Culinary Arts Degree (or equivalent) with 3–5 years of executive chef experience and a proven track record in hospitality culinary management. Flexibility to work varied shifts is required.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of high-volume Executive Chef experience.
• Culinary Arts Degree or equivalent experience required.
• Hospitality culinary management experience essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage cost controls and expenditures for the account.
• Plan and create seasonal menus.
• Purchase and manage inventory.
• Roll out new culinary programs with marketing, banquets and culinary team.
• Lead kitchen management team (Sous Chef and Supervisors).
• Provide direction for day-to-day operations.
• Ensure adherence to brand standards and safety procedures.
• Oversee staffing levels to meet guest services and financial goals.
• Develop and implement inventory control guidelines.
• Manage controllable expenses including food costs, supplies, uniforms and equipment.
• Participate in budgeting for areas of responsibility.
• Demonstrate and enforce safety and sanitation practices.
• Train staff on consistency in preparation and presentation.
• Deliver excellent guest hospitality and handle guest concerns.

Skills

Cost control

Menu planning

Inventory management

Kitchen leadership

Staff coaching

Food safety

Quality assurance

Guest service

Education

Culinary Arts Degree

Equivalent experience

Certified Executive Chef

Job description

Executive Chef (R&D) [Basic up to RM12,000]

About the job Executive Chef (R&D) [Basic up to RM12,000]

Company Background:

We are representing one of a well known Pastry Cafe and as they are expanding, they are looking for Chef Executive to be based in JB.

Job Description:

• Managing cost controls and controlling expenditures for the account
• Planning and creating seasonal menus
• Purchasing and managing inventory
• Rolling out new culinary programs in conjunction with marketing, banquets and culinary team
• Leads kitchen management team (Sous Chef and Culinary Supervisors)
• Provides direction for all day-to-day operations
• Ensures property policies are administered fairly and consistently
• Reviews staffing levels to ensure that guest services and operational needs and financial objectives are met.
• Develops implements guidelines and control procedures for inventory
• Manages department controllable expenses including food costs, supplies, uniforms and equipment
• Participates in the budgeting process for areas of responsibility
• Knows and implements brand standards
• Demonstrating new cooking techniques and equipment to staff
• Ability to instill safety and sanitation habits in all employees.
• Teach culinary team the importance of consistency in preparation and presentation
• Displays leadership in guest hospitality, exemplifies excellent customer service and creates a positive atmosphere for guest relations
• Responds to and handles guests problems and complaints
• Thorough knowledge of food handling and preparation techniques
• Ensure that level of quality, portion control, and plate presentation is adhered to consistently
• Coach and counsel employees to reflect Hyatt service standards and procedures

Job Requirements:

• A minimum of 3-5 years of high-volume Executive Chef experience required
• Culinary Arts Degree, equivalent experience and training will be considered
• Certified Executive Chef preferred
• Prior experience in hospitality culinary management.
• Comprehensive knowledge of hotel F&B/Culinary function.
• Demonstrated skills in leading a diverse team with varying degrees of experience.
• Ability to teach and inspire team members to be their best every day.
• Must have a flexible schedule to work during days, nights, weekends, and some holidays as needed