Head of Kitchen & Culinary Excellence

Hyatt Centric; West Coast Division; On-site; MYR 20,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel brand in Malaysia is looking for a Chef de Cuisine responsible for managing kitchen operations, ensuring food safety, and maintaining high culinary standards. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of experience as a Sous Chef and a strong ability to lead and motivate a diverse team. This role offers opportunities for growth and the chance to work in a dynamic environment focused on culinary excellence and guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Sous Chef or equivalent.
• Proven experience managing ISO 22000, Halal certification, and HACCP standards.
• Strong leadership and skills in team management.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily kitchen operations according to brand standards.
• Maintain high standards of food quality and consistency.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety and hygiene standards.
• Develop menus and production methods aligned with guest preferences.
• Supervise culinary colleagues for performance growth.
• Control food and labor costs for profitability.
• Collaborate with Food & Beverage team for efficiency.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Culinary excellence

Organizational skills

Job description

A leading hotel brand in Malaysia is looking for a Chef de Cuisine responsible for managing kitchen operations, ensuring food safety, and maintaining high culinary standards. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of experience as a Sous Chef and a strong ability to lead and motivate a diverse team. This role offers opportunities for growth and the chance to work in a dynamic environment focused on culinary excellence and guest satisfaction.