Japanese Sous Chef

The Saujana Hotel Kuala Lumpur; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hotel in Shah Alam is seeking a culinary manager specializing in Japanese cuisine. The ideal candidate holds a qualification in Kitchen Production and Management and possesses strong kitchen management skills. Responsibilities include overseeing kitchen operations, training staff, and ensuring high standards of hygiene and safety. Fluency in both English and Japanese is essential to foster effective communication. This role offers a dynamic environment with opportunities for creativity and team leadership.

Qualifications

• Experience in a culinary management role focused on Japanese cuisine.
• Proven ability to manage kitchen operations efficiently.
• Capable of training and developing kitchen staff.

Responsibilities

• Oversee kitchen operations specializing in Japanese cuisine.
• Ensure high standards in kitchen hygiene and safety.
• Foster a positive and effective team environment.

Skills

Japanese cuisine knowledge

Kitchen management skills

Excellent communication skills

Effective training abilities

Computer skills

Fluency in English and Japanese

Education

Qualification in Kitchen Production and Management

Job description

Overview

- specialise in Japanese cuisine/sushi and all related japanese food

• Responsible self-starter, capable of handling multi-faceted projects and of working under pressure.
• Excellent communication and guest relations’ skills, a proactive problem solver.
• Creative with international culinary focus and flair. Attention to detail. Passionate.
• Team player, who values teamwork, has good team building skills and is able to communicate effectively with all levels of employees.
• Equips and motivates employees to achieve predetermined goals, installing and maintaining appropriate empowerment Programmes.
• Personable and pleasant to deal with. Reliable and approachable.
• Positive “can do” attitude and flexible approach – manages with humility.
• High degree of integrity. Strong leadership. Nurtures and develops employees, encouraging innovation.
• Good health physically fit. Good personal grooming and personal presentation & Understands and respects local cultural, able to adapt to changing environment.

Skills

• Holds a qualification in Kitchen Production and Management
• Kitchen management, menu planning and operational skills
• Excellent communication skills, able to develop close communications and relationships with employees and guests
• Good computer skills
• Effective trainer, experienced in the delivery of skills training
• Familiar with current culinary trends and methods of Japanese cuisine
• Comprehensive knowledge of kitchen hygiene practices and occupational health and safety standards & Fluent English and Japanese – written and spoken, multi-lingual desirable