Executive Head Chef: Menu Innovator & Kitchen Leader

Sodexo; Kulim; On-site; MYR 67,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Additional leave

Cell phone reimbursement

Free parking

Health insurance

Maternity leave

Meal provided

Opportunities for promotion

Parental leave

Vision insurance

Job summary

Sodexo Malaysia in Kulim is seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to lead daily food preparation, menu development, and quality control, ensuring safety and sanitation standards are met across all service areas.

You will supervise kitchen staff, manage inventories and purchasing, plan rosters, monitor costs, and uphold client contracts and health and safety compliance, with focus on consistent, high-quality meals.

Qualifications

• Experience in kitchen management and leading culinary teams.
• Knowledge of food safety, HACCP, and sanitation standards.
• Ability to plan menus, costings, and inventory efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Control and direct daily food preparation and kitchen operations.
• Plan equipment, utensils, and ingredients according to shortages.
• Train, manage, and schedule kitchen staff; enforce SOPs and hygiene.
• Ensure compliance with nutrition, sanitation, and HSE standards.
• Manage client reporting, contract adherence, and quality of service.
• Oversee inventory, stock counts, and monthly usage tracking.
• Provide culinary instruction or demonstrations as needed.
• Maintain grooming, uniforms, cleanliness, and overall staff appearance.

Job description

Sodexo Malaysia in Kulim is seeking an experienced Kitchen Manager to lead daily food preparation, menu development, and quality control, ensuring safety and sanitation standards are met across all service areas.

You will supervise kitchen staff, manage inventories and purchasing, plan rosters, monitor costs, and uphold client contracts and health and safety compliance, with focus on consistent, high-quality meals.