Executive Italian Kitchen Lead

Bottega Mediterranea Sdn Bhd; Selangor; On-site; MYR 112,000 - 223,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary based on experience

Annual leave & statutory benefits

Other employee benefits

Job summary

Bottega Mediterranea Sdn Bhd is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead daily kitchen operations and uphold authentic Italian standards in a fast-paced F&B setting in Malaysia. You will manage costs, inventory and ensure top quality, safety, and teamwork across the kitchen.

The role requires strong leadership, 6–8 years of kitchen experience (2–3 in leadership), and expertise in Italian or Mediterranean cuisine. Benefits include competitive salary and leave provisions.

Qualifications

• 6–8 years kitchen experience with 2–3 years in leadership role.
• Experience in Italian or Mediterranean cuisine preferred.
• Culinary/Hospitality qualification is an advantage.
• Food Handler Certificate and typhoid vaccination, or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily kitchen operations and ensure consistent food quality, presentation and authentic Italian standards.
• Cost & inventory: manage food cost, wastage, stock levels, storage and inventory control.
• Team management: lead, guide and develop the kitchen team while ensuring proper manpower planning and teamwork.
• Hygiene & safety: maintain high standards of kitchen cleanliness, food safety, hygiene and compliance with SOPs.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Communication skills

Food costing

Inventory management

Food safety

Education

Culinary/Hospitality qualification

Job description

Bottega Mediterranea Sdn Bhd is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead daily kitchen operations and uphold authentic Italian standards in a fast-paced F&B setting in Malaysia. You will manage costs, inventory and ensure top quality, safety, and teamwork across the kitchen.

The role requires strong leadership, 6–8 years of kitchen experience (2–3 in leadership), and expertise in Italian or Mediterranean cuisine. Benefits include competitive salary and leave provisions.