Executive Sushi Chef

Clearwater Xperience Sdn Bhd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 89,000 - 179,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EPF

SOCSO

EIS

Medical and Hospitalisation Leave

Annual Leave

Medical Insurance

Training Provided

Uniform Provided

Working Meals Provided

Job summary

Jora Malaysia is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead a high-end Omakase/Kaiseki kitchen in Kuala Lumpur. The role requires 5+ years in F&B operations, a diploma in F&B or equivalent, and expert sushi knife skills. You will manage kitchen staff, ensure top-quality dishes, and maintain strict hygiene standards.

The ideal candidate communicates well in English and Bahasa Malaysia, thrives under pressure, and can work shifts including weekends and public holidays. Competitive benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Food & Beverage (or equivalent) is required.
• Minimum 5 years of F&B operations experience.
• Specialised in Omakase/Kaiseki cuisine.
• Excellent sushi knife skills.
• Efficient at food preparation such as cutting fish, preparing sashimi and vegetables.
• Familiar with Japanese ingredients, preparation techniques and practices in Japanese cuisine.
• Organised with a keen eye for detail.
• Strong communication skills with customers during opening hours.
• Excellent operational, administrative and interpersonal skills.
• Strong kitchen management and staff leadership.
• Confident, persistent, and able to work with minimal guidance.
• Able to communicate in English & Bahasa Malaysia.
• Able to work on shifts, weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct food preparation and culinary activities.
• Modify menus or create new ones that meet quality standards.
• Ensure that all dishes are cooked well and presented in an aesthetically pleasing way.
• Give prepared plates the final touch.
• Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards.
• Rectify arising problems or complaints.
• Perform administrative duties.
• Organizing special events and collaborations with other chefs or themed events.
• Generate ideas to help with revenue.
• Supervise kitchen staff to ensure duties are performed efficiently.
• Provide training for new kitchen staff.
• Check daily ingredients lists, monitor inventory, restock as needed.
• Monitor food budgets and ensure orders stay within budgets.
• Estimate food requirements and food/labour costs.
• Maintain kitchen order and hygiene across all work areas.

Job description

Jora Malaysia will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

Applicant must possess at least a diploma in food & beverage or equivalent

Applicant must possess a minimum of 5 years of F&B operations

Specialised in Omakase/Kaiseki cuisine

Efficient at food preparation such as cutting fish, preparing sashimi and vegetables, etc

Familiar with Japanese ingredients, preparation techniques and practices in Japanese cuisine

Organised with a keen eye for detail

Strong communication skills with customers during opening hours – life of the party personality

Excellent operational, administrative and interpersonal skills

Strong management skills in terms of managing the kitchen and its staffs

Confident, persistent, dedicated and able to work with minimal guidance

Able to communicate in English & Bahasa Malaysia

Able to work on shifts, weekends and public holidays

Requirement

• Applicant must possess at least a diploma in food & beverage or equivalent
• Applicant must possess a minimum of 5 years of F&B operations
• Specialised in Omakase/Kaiseki cuisine
• Excellent sushi knife skills
• Efficient at food preparation such as cutting fish, preparing sashimi and vegetables, etc
• Familiar with Japanese ingredients, preparation techniques and practices in Japanese cuisine
• Organised with a keen eye for detail
• Strong communication skills with customers during opening hours – life of the party personality
• Excellent operational, administrative and interpersonal skills
• Strong management skills in terms of managing the kitchen and its staffs
• Confident, persistent, dedicated and able to work with minimal guidance
• Able to communicate in English & Bahasa Malaysia
• Able to work on shifts, weekends and public holidays

Responsibility

• Plan and direct food preparation and culinary activities
• Modify menus or create new ones that meet quality standards
• Ensure that all dishes are cooked well and presented in an aesthetically pleasing way
• Give prepared plates the final touch
• Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards
• Rectify arising problems or complaints
• Perform administrative duties
• Organizing special events, such as collaboration with other chefs or special theme events.
• Generate ideas to help with revenue
• Supervise the kitchen staff to ensure that they are performing their duties efficiently
• Provide training for new kitchen staff
• Check the daily list of required ingredients, monitor food inventory levels, and determine what needs to be restocked and when.
• Monitor food budgets and ensure supply orders do not exceed allocated budgets
• Estimate food requirements and food/labour costs.
• Maintain kitchen order and hygiene by ensuring the cleanliness of tables, counters, and all work areas

Benefits

• EPF
• SOCSO
• EIS
• Medical and Hospitalisation Leave
• Annual Leave
• Medical Insurance
• Medical Coverage
• Training Provided
• Uniform Provided
• Working Meals Provided