Head Chef

CPI Food Concept Sdn Bhd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent food service company in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Chef Manager to lead and manage the kitchen team, ensuring high performance and menu quality. Responsibilities include training staff, maintaining food safety, and introducing new dishes. The ideal candidate should possess strong culinary expertise, leadership skills, and at least 5 years of experience in a similar role. The position offers various employee benefits including medical and performance bonuses.

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Parking

Various types of leaves

Performance Bonus

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Chef Manager or similar role.
• Strong culinary expertise and creativity.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Knowledge of food safety standards.
• Good communication and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the kitchen team including chefs and assistants.
• Train, mentor, and develop kitchen staff for performance.
• Plan and develop menus per company standards.
• Ensure food quality in taste, portion control, and presentation.
• Introduce new dishes to attract customers.

Skills

Culinary expertise

Leadership

Team management

Food safety knowledge

Communication

Organization

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

Lead and manage the kitchen team, including chefs, cooks, and kitchen assistants.

Train, mentor, and develop kitchen staff to ensure high performance and consistency.

Plan and develop menus in line with company standards and customer preferences.

Ensure consistency in taste, portion control, presentation, and quality.

Introduce new dishes and seasonal specials to attract customers.

Food Safety & Hygiene

Ensure strict compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations.

Maintain clean and organized kitchen environment.

Cost Control & Inventory Management

Manage cost, portion control, and wastage to achieve profitability.

Monitor inventory levels and order supplies in a timely manner.

Maintain relationships with suppliers and negotiate pricing where applicable.

Operational Efficiency

Oversee kitchen workflow and improve processes to enhance productivity.

Ensure timely preparation and delivery of food orders.

Coordinate with front-of-house team to manage service flow and customer satisfaction.

Quality Control & Standards

Conduct regular taste tests and quality checks.

Address customer feedback and resolve issues promptly.

Skills & Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Chef Manager or in a similar role within the hospitality industry.
• Strong culinary expertise and creativity.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Knowledge of food safety standards and kitchen hygiene.
• Good communication and organizational abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Perks and Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Parking
• Various type of leaves
• Performance Bonus