Production Chef de Partie – Central Kitchen Lead

QVI FOODS SDN. BHD.; Kajang; On-site; MYR 33,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

QVI Foods Sdn Bhd in Malaysia operates a central kitchen and logistics hub for Fresh Food to major convenience stores. We are seeking a Chef de Partie to lead daily production, assist with ingredient prep, weighing, and SOP compliance, and ensure smooth kitchen operations.

The role requires at least 2 years in central kitchen production, proficiency in cooking techniques, strong leadership, and the ability to thrive in a high-pressure environment. 6-day shifts with extended hours may apply.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience as a Chef de Partie or similar central kitchen production.
• Proficiency in various cooking techniques and kitchen equipment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a high-pressure environment.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• A passion for creating high-quality dishes and innovative presentations.
• Experience managing the preparation and cooking of food in the kitchen.
• Disciplined, keen to share your knowledge and learn new skills.
• Have good working relationships, rise to the challenge, and adapt well to change.
• Able to work on 6 days shift work, extended hours and weekends, Public Holidays when required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and responsible for day-to-day production fulfilment.
• Monitor the inventory and assist in controlling the raw material preparation on daily basis.
• Conducting daily inspection of kitchen with minute follow-ups report and planning
• In charge of the food preparation in production kitchen including ingredients preparation, weighing, cleaning, machinery setting and make sure all the food preparation according to the SOP and specification.
• Involved in kitchen preparation from food preparation to final products that be ready to shipped out.
• Responsible for kitchen manpower planning and monitor their work schedule
• Monitor food quality, taste and presentation. Making adjustment as necessary to maintain excellence.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment and make sure all process flow is accordance with rules & regulation
• Familiar with local requirement and adhering to health and safety regulation.
• Self-motivated, resourceful and able to work independently.
• Able to act fast and decisive while solving ad-hoc problems.
• Able to handle product complaints.
• Any other ad-hoc duties or project assigned by the management.

Skills

Cooking techniques

Kitchen equipment

Organizational skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Work under pressure

Attention to detail

Diligence

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

QVI Foods Sdn Bhd in Malaysia operates a central kitchen and logistics hub for Fresh Food to major convenience stores. We are seeking a Chef de Partie to lead daily production, assist with ingredient prep, weighing, and SOP compliance, and ensure smooth kitchen operations.

The role requires at least 2 years in central kitchen production, proficiency in cooking techniques, strong leadership, and the ability to thrive in a high-pressure environment. 6-day shifts with extended hours may apply.