Lead Chef – Menu & Service Excellence (JB)

Awagyu Sdn Bhd; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 20,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A restaurant in Johor Bahru is looking for a skilled Chef to prepare dishes and uphold high standards of food quality and safety. The ideal candidate should communicate effectively in Bahasa Malaysia and English, have a minimum of SPM education, and possess strong customer service skills. Responsibilities include cooking, maintaining station cleanliness, and training junior staff. This position offers benefits such as EPF, SOCSO, and leave entitlements.

Benefits

EPF

SOCSO

EIS

Annual leave

Medical/sick leave

Public holiday

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook dishes according to recipes and standards.
• Maintain knowledge of menu items and portion sizes.
• Ensure food quality and presentation consistency during service.
• Set up and stock station with ingredients and equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene of the station.
• Follow food safety and sanitation regulations.
• Assist with menu development and new dishes.
• Monitor and communicate stock shortages to the Sous Chef.
• Store and rotate ingredients using FIFO method.
• Reduce waste and efficiently use ingredients.
• Train and support junior chefs and apprentices.
• Coordinate with kitchen sections for timely service.
• Operate kitchen equipment and report malfunctions.
• Participate in daily prep tasks and cleaning.
• Work flexibly during peak service periods.

Skills

Communication in Bahasa Malaysia and English

Team leadership

Customer service skills

Problem-solving

Knowledge of food safety and hygiene

F&B experience

Education

SPM education

Job description

A restaurant in Johor Bahru is looking for a skilled Chef to prepare dishes and uphold high standards of food quality and safety. The ideal candidate should communicate effectively in Bahasa Malaysia and English, have a minimum of SPM education, and possess strong customer service skills. Responsibilities include cooking, maintaining station cleanliness, and training junior staff. This position offers benefits such as EPF, SOCSO, and leave entitlements.