The Demi Chef is responsible for assisting with daily kitchen operations and preparing food in accordance with established quality, presentation, and hygiene standards. This role works closely with the senior culinary team to ensure meals, snacks, and functions are prepared efficiently while maintaining food safety and cleanliness.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare, cook, and present food according to established recipes and kitchen standards.
- Support the daily operations of the assigned kitchen section and assist the Chef de Partie as required.
- Ensure meals, snacks, and function dishes are prepared and served to the required standards.
- Follow food safety and hygiene procedures, including temperature checks, food labelling, storage, and cleaning schedules.
- Assist with receiving deliveries and ensuring ingredients and supplies are stored correctly.
- Support junior kitchen colleagues in following food safety, hygiene, and storage procedures.
- Provide on-the-job guidance to junior kitchen staff when required.
- Maintain buffet presentation, ensuring food is attractively displayed, replenished, and garnished as needed.
- Identify and report kitchen hazards, equipment defects, and maintenance issues to the Senior Chef on duty.
Key Requirements
- Previous experience in a professional kitchen, preferably in a hotel or restaurant setting.
- Basic knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, and presentation standards.
- Understanding of food safety, hygiene, and proper food storage procedures.
- Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced kitchen environment and as part of a team.
- Willingness to learn and develop culinary skills under the guidance of senior chefs.
- Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends, nights, and public holidays.
- Applicants must be Malaysian citizens.
Pay: RM2,500.00 - RM3,000.00 per month
Work Location: In person