Hospital Cook: Fresh, Safe Patient Meals

KPJ Selangor Specialist Hospital; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 22,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

KPJ Selangor Specialist Hospital is seeking a Cook to prepare, cook, and portion meals per standardized recipes and dietary needs. You will ensure safe operation of kitchen equipment, monitor FIFO storage, and maintain hygiene across all work areas.

The role supports smooth hospital kitchen operations under supervision, with opportunities to assist in events and patient meal requests. Required experience in food preparation, knowledge of HACCP/ISO 22000 practices, and ability to work as part of

Qualifications

• Proficient in basic cooking techniques (boiling, grilling, steaming, sautéing) and routine food preparation tasks.
• Competent in ingredient handling, portion control, stock rotation, inventory usage and kitchen organization.
• Ability to follow standardized recipes, portion control guidelines and dietary instructions accurately.
• Knowledge of food hygiene, sanitation, proper storage practices, and safe operation of kitchen equipment.

Responsibilities

• Check menus and production sheets to determine food items, quantities, and preparation requirements.
• Prepare, cook, and portion meals according to standardized recipes and prescribed dietary needs.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and maintain them in good working conditions; report malfunctions promptly.
• Check quality, freshness, and proper storage of raw ingredients following FIFO and hygiene standards.
• Plate and present meals in accordance with hospital standards for appearance and portioning.
• Store raw materials and cooked food following FIFO, hygiene and food safety requirements.
• Clean, sanitize, and maintain kitchen tools, utensils, equipment, and work areas after use.
• Receive, store, and verify deliveries in line with food safety protocols.
• Document production quantities, recipe deviations, and stock usage.
• Implement and maintain food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards (ISO 22000, HACCP, or equivalent).
• Apply portion control methods and monitor food wastage to optimize efficiency and minimize costs.
• Execute opening, closing, and cleaning duties according to schedule.
• Assist Senior Cook, Sous Chef (where applicable), or Head Chef in special functions, catering events, or patient-specific meal requests.
• Report operational issues, equipment faults, or food quality concerns promptly.

Skills

Cooking techniques

Portion control

Teamwork

Recipe following

Hygiene & safety

Attention to detail

Education

SPM or equivalent

Certificate in Culinary Arts or equivalent

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

KPJ Selangor Specialist Hospital is seeking a Cook to prepare, cook, and portion meals per standardized recipes and dietary needs. You will ensure safe operation of kitchen equipment, monitor FIFO storage, and maintain hygiene across all work areas.

The role supports smooth hospital kitchen operations under supervision, with opportunities to assist in events and patient meal requests. Required experience in food preparation, knowledge of HACCP/ISO 22000 practices, and ability to work as part of