Head Chef: Innovative Menus & High-Volume Kitchen Leader

Dormani Hotel Kuching; Kuching; On-site; MYR 134,000 - 201,000; Full time

Job summary

Dormani Hotel Kuching in Malaysia is seeking a seasoned Head Chef to lead culinary operations for hotel dining, room service and banquet events. You will design menus, control portions, maintain consistency, and ensure recipes are followed with precision.

You will mentor kitchen staff, manage budgeting and food costs, oversee inventory, and uphold Halal compliance and safety standards in a high-volume setting.

Qualifications

• Experience leading culinary teams in hotel or hospitality settings.
• Strong budgeting and food cost calculation skills.
• Certified food handling and safety training.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement and update innovative menus for hotel dining, room service and banquet events.
• Oversee all food preparation and presentation with consistent quality and portion control.
• Manage kitchen pacing during peak hours to ensure timely service.
• Collaborate with finance to track food costs, inventory and expenses.
• Conduct inventory audits, implement FIFO and waste-reduction initiatives.
• Mentor kitchen staff and uphold SOPs; conduct performance evaluations and cross-training.
• Ensure compliance with dietary standards (e.g., Halal) and food safety requirements.

Skills

Team leadership

Menu design

Food cost control

Kitchen operations

Inventory management

Education

Degree or Diploma in Culinary Arts

Food safety certifications

Job description

Dormani Hotel Kuching in Malaysia is seeking a seasoned Head Chef to lead culinary operations for hotel dining, room service and banquet events. You will design menus, control portions, maintain consistency, and ensure recipes are followed with precision.

You will mentor kitchen staff, manage budgeting and food costs, oversee inventory, and uphold Halal compliance and safety standards in a high-volume setting.