Sous - chef position

Yellow cafe Sdn bhd; Kuah; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established restaurant in Langkawi is seeking a talented and experienced Sous Chef. In this role, you will assist the Head Chef in managing kitchen operations, ensuring food quality, and innovating menu items. Ideal candidates have 3-5 years of experience, formal culinary training, and strong leadership skills. Join our team to foster a positive kitchen environment and maintain high food safety standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience as a Sous Chef or in a similar leadership role.
• Formal culinary training or a degree in Culinary Arts or a related field.
• Excellent knowledge of food preparation techniques, menu planning, and cost control.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in managing kitchen operations including staff supervision.
• Collaborate with Head Chef to develop innovative menu items.
• Ensure high standards of food quality and presentation.

Skills

Food preparation techniques

Menu planning

Leadership

Team-building

Food safety practices

Education

Culinary Arts degree or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Talented & Experienced Sous - Chef, is wanted to join our team at Yellow Beach Cafe, Langkawi.

Supporting our head Chef in overseeing the kitchen operations.

What you'll be doing

• Assisting the Head Chef in the overall management and organisation of the kitchen, including staff supervision, scheduling, and task delegation
• Collaborating with the Head Chef to develop and execute innovative menu items that showcase the best of local and international cuisines
• Ensuring the highest standards of food quality, presentation, and consistency across all dishes
• Overseeing the procurement, storage, and inventory management of kitchen supplies and ingredients
• Fostering a positive and collaborative work environment within the kitchen team
• Adhering to all health, safety, and hygiene regulations to maintain a safe and clean kitchen environment

What we're looking for

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience as a Sous Chef or in a similar leadership role within the hospitality industry
• Formal culinary training or a degree in Culinary Arts or a related field
• Excellent knowledge of food preparation techniques, menu planning, and cost control
• Strong leadership and team-building skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a kitchen team
• Proficient in food safety and hygiene practices, as well as compliance with local regulations
• Adaptability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

About us

Yellow Cafe is a well established company, providing a unique experience in Langkawi via our venues, as restaurant, bar and lounge.