Head of Chef

Zapin Holdings Sdn Bhd; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known food service company in Johor Bahru is seeking a Head Chef to manage kitchen operations. The role involves overseeing food preparation, menu development, and kitchen staff supervision while ensuring high-quality standards and hygiene compliance. Ideal candidates will have proven experience, strong culinary skills, and creative abilities in menu planning. Flexibility to work during peak hours and holidays is required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Chef.
• Strong knowledge of cooking techniques and kitchen management.
• Creativity in menu planning and recipe development.
• Ability to lead and motivate kitchen staff.
• Good communication and pressure management skills.
• Flexibility to work varying hours including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee daily kitchen operations for food preparation.
• Create and set up menus, including specials and cost-effective dishes.
• Supervise staff and ensure smooth workflow.
• Maintain quality, hygiene, and safety standards.
• Monitor inventory and manage stock levels.
• Control food costs and reduce wastage.
• Train kitchen staff to enhance performance.
• Ensure proper maintenance of kitchen equipment.
• Work with management to implement new ideas and promotions.

Skills

Cooking techniques

Kitchen management

Food safety

Menu planning

Team leadership

Communication skills

Adaptability

Job description

Lead and oversee daily kitchen operations to ensure high-quality food preparation and presentation.

Create, develop, and set up menus, including seasonal specials and cost-effective dishes.

Supervise kitchen staff, assign tasks, and ensure smooth workflow during peak hours.

Maintain food quality, hygiene, and safety standards according to company SOP and regulatory requirements.

Monitor food inventory, manage stock levels, and prepare purchasing requests when necessary.

Control food costs and reduce wastage through proper planning and portion control.

Train and guide new and existing kitchen staff to improve skills and performance.

Ensure all kitchen equipment is maintained properly and report issues immediately.

Work closely with management to implement new menu ideas, promotions, and improvements.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee daily kitchen operations to ensure high-quality food preparation and presentation.

• Create, develop, and set up menus, including seasonal specials and cost-effective dishes.

• Supervise kitchen staff, assign tasks, and ensure smooth workflow during peak hours.

• Maintain food quality, hygiene, and safety standards according to company SOP and regulatory requirements.

• Monitor food inventory, manage stock levels, and prepare purchasing requests when necessary.

• Control food costs and reduce wastage through proper planning and portion control.

• Train and guide new and existing kitchen staff to improve skills and performance.

• Ensure all kitchen equipment is maintained properly and report issues immediately.

• Work closely with management to implement new menu ideas, promotions, and improvements.

Job Requirements

• Proven working experience as a Head Chef or Senior Chef.

• Strong knowledge in cooking techniques, kitchen management, and food safety.

• Creativity in menu planning and recipe development.

• Ability to lead, motivate, and train the kitchen team.

• Good communication skills and ability to work under pressure.

• Flexibility to work weekends, public holidays, and peak business hours.