R&D Chef

Dragon-i Restaurant Sdn Bhd; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Dragon-i Restaurant Sdn Bhd in Malaysia is seeking an innovative R&D Chef to join our Development Team. The role focuses on Cantonese dim sum, authentic drinks and desserts, with training provided to help you advance into culinary research and innovation.

In this full-time, on-site position, you will plan, execute, and optimize day-to-day R&D activities, develop new dishes, improve existing ones, source premium ingredients, and maintain a collaborative, growth-oriented kitchen environment under

Qualifications

• Foundational training in Chinese cuisine.
• Basic understanding of Cantonese dim sum preparation with willingness to learn.
• Interest and creativity for cocktails and desserts.
• R&D experience is a bonus but not required.
• Excellent organizational, planning, and communication skills.
• Collaborative attitude and eagerness to grow in a development kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Ensure quality and quantity of assigned tasks.
• Coordinate materials, machines, and resources for daily R&D activities.
• Plan, schedule, and execute day-to-day R&D kitchen activities.
• Participate in R&D by creating new dishes and improving existing ones under brand directives.
• Assist in data collection, analysis, and troubleshooting for R&D.
• Source high-quality ingredients as needed.
• Maintain R&D kitchen facilities and implement workflow improvements.

Skills

Chinese cuisine basics

Cantonese dim sum

Drinks & desserts

R&D experience

Organizational skills

Collaborative mindset

Job description

We are seeking a passionate and innovative culinary professional to join our Development Team as an R&D Chef. The ideal candidate will possess a foundation in Chinese cuisine and a genuine interest in crafting authentic Cantonese dim sum, as well as developing exceptional drinks and desserts. Training will be provided, making this an excellent opportunity for a driven chef looking to transition into culinary innovation and research.

Key responsibilities

• Ensure both the quality and quantity of assigned jobs and tasks
• Maintain good relations with your reporting superior by timely and proactively communicating problems, suggestions, and recommendations
• Arrange the necessary materials, machines, tools, and resources for daily R&D activities
• Assist in ensuring the smooth functioning of the R&D kitchen by planning, scheduling, and executing day-to-day activities
• Participate in R&D development, which includes creating new dishes and improving existing ones under the guidance of top-management/brand directives
• Assist in comprehensive R&D processes, including investigation, data collection, analysis, and troubleshooting
• Help prepare conclusions and recommendations through formal reports
• Facilitate the sourcing of high-quality ingredients when required
• Take responsibility for maintaining R&D kitchen facilities and actively implementing workflow improvements

Requirements

• Foundational experience or culinary training in Chinese cuisine
• A basic understanding of Cantonese dim sum preparation, with a strong willingness to learn and master advanced techniques (training provided)
• A keen interest and creative mind-set for formulating appealing drinks and desserts
• Prior experience in a culinary Research & Development (R&D) setting is a bonus, but not required
• Excellent organizational, planning, and communication skills
• A highly collaborative attitude and an eagerness to grow within a development kitchen

Restaurants & Cafes (Full Service) 101-1,000 employees

Dragon-i is one of the well-known & largest Chinese restaurant groups in Malaysia. Inspired by the rich and diverse culinary offerings from China, especially from the regions of Shanghai, Szechuan, Beijing, and Lanzhou. Dragon-i Restaurant Sdn Bhd was established in 2004. With more than 15 years of experience in the restaurant business, we now have 3 brands under the Dragon-i group with nearly 40 outlets nationwide. Dragon-i aims to be the best restaurant operator in the food and beverage industry by adhering to the simple business philosophy of ‘quality and consistency at the right price. We are continuously expanding and looking for dynamic individuals to join our ever-growing family.