Kitchen Lead: Quality, Prep & Ops

Kimberley Hotel Georgetown; George Town; On-site; MYR 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Kimberley Hotel Georgetown in Penang is seeking a hands-on kitchen assistant to supervise the preparation and production of hot or cold dishes, ensure recipes and specifications are followed, and maintain high hygiene and safety at all times.

You will determine mise-en-place, monitor ingredient quality, manage stock to minimize waste, keep workstations clean, assist with additional tasks as needed, and collaborate with restaurant staff to support smooth operations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the preparation and production of hot or cold food items, ensuring they comply with the prescribed recipes, specifications, and high standards.
• Determine the required mise-en-place based on menu orders.
• Monitor the quality of received products and ensure they meet the required standards and specifications.
• Check store requisitions prepared by subordinates and ensure received products meet the predetermined quality and purchasing specifications.
• Monitor the supply of food items, reduce wastage, and make appropriate adjustments in future food preparation.
• Ensure proper handling and storage of food to minimize spoilage and ensure safety.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in workstations and ensure all safety procedures are followed by the cooking team.
• Ensure all kitchen equipment is in good working condition.
• Willing to learn and take on any tasks relevant to the kitchen operations when assigned.
• Perform any other related duties as assigned by the management.

Job description

Kimberley Hotel Georgetown in Penang is seeking a hands-on kitchen assistant to supervise the preparation and production of hot or cold dishes, ensure recipes and specifications are followed, and maintain high hygiene and safety at all times.

You will determine mise-en-place, monitor ingredient quality, manage stock to minimize waste, keep workstations clean, assist with additional tasks as needed, and collaborate with restaurant staff to support smooth operations.