Full Time TEAM LEADER F-B (SUSHI) Jobs, Salary up to MYR 3,200 in Mercato 1 Mont Kiara Federal Territory - Maukerja

Job Summary

GCH Retail (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. is seeking an experienced and passionate Team Leader – Sushi Department to lead the daily operations of our Sushi Department. The ideal candidate must have hands-on experience in sushi preparation and Japanese cuisine, with strong leadership skills to manage the team, maintain exceptional food quality, ensure compliance with food safety standards and deliver excellent customer service while achieving departmental sales and operational targets.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the daily operations of the Sushi Department.
• Prepare a wide variety of sushi, sashimi, maki, nigiri, rice bowls and other Japanese cuisine in accordance with company recipes and quality standards.
• Ensure all sushi and Japanese food products are prepared fresh, hygienically and presented attractively.
• Maintain consistent food quality, taste, portion control and presentation.
• Monitor product freshness, expiry dates and quality throughout the day.
• Ensure proper stock rotation using FIFO (First In, First Out) and FEFO (First Expired, First Out) principles.
• Manage inventory levels, place orders for raw materials and minimise food wastage.
• Ensure seafood, vegetables and other ingredients are stored and handled according to food safety standards.
• Train, coach and develop Sushi Crew on sushi preparation techniques, knife skills, Japanese food presentation, food safety and customer service.
• Prepare staff duty rosters and supervise attendance, productivity and performance.
• Ensure compliance with Food Safety, HACCP, hygiene regulations and company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Monitor departmental sales performance and implement initiatives to achieve sales and profitability targets.
• Handle customer enquiries, special requests and complaints professionally.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen, sushi preparation area, equipment and utensils.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Store Manager or Management.

Job Requirements

• Minimum SPM, Certificate or Diploma in Culinary Arts, Food & Beverage, Hospitality or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in sushi preparation and Japanese cuisine.
• Previous experience as a Sushi Chef, Senior Sushi Chef, Sushi Team Leader or Japanese Cuisine Chef is mandatory.
• Strong knowledge of sushi preparation techniques, Japanese cuisine, knife handling and food presentation.
• Good understanding of seafood handling, food safety, HACCP and hygiene standards.
• Strong leadership, communication and team management skills.
• Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Customer-oriented with excellent organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Willing to work on rotating shifts, weekends and public holidays.
• Possess a valid Food Handler Certificate and Typhoid Vaccination.

Pay: RM2,500.00 - RM3,200.00 per month

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Maternity leave
• Opportunities for promotion
• Parental leave
• Professional development

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Mont Kiara: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Experience:

• Retail sales: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• English (Preferred)

Location:

• Mont Kiara (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person