Kerja Sepenuh Masa, Junior Sous Chef - Gardemanger (Pre-Opening) Waldorf Astoria Kuala Lumpur di Hilton Federal Territory - Maukerja

Junior Sous Chef - Gardemanger (Pre-Opening) Waldorf Astoria Kuala Lumpur

About Hilton

With thousands of hotels across more than 100 countries and territories, Hilton offers unparalleled opportunities to inspire and delight. From a warm welcome to memorable guest experiences, we create moments that last. Our portfolio includes Waldorf Astoria, LXR, Conrad, Canopy, Curio Collection, DoubleTree, Hilton Garden Inn, Hampton, and more.

If you’re passionate about culinary excellence, eager to grow in a leadership role, and excited by the challenge of a hotel pre-opening, Hilton could be the perfect next step in your career. At Hilton, our purpose is clear: to delight our guests, our Team Members, and our owners.

Role Overview
Are you an aspiring culinary leader ready to support a high-performing kitchen team?

We are seeking a Junior Sous Chef to assist the Sous Chef and Executive Chef in delivering exceptional cuisine, maintaining operational efficiency, and ensuring consistent quality across all culinary outlets. This hands-on role is ideal for someone looking to grow into a senior kitchen leadership position while contributing to a successful hotel launch.

Key Responsibilities

Culinary Operations & Quality

• Assist in daily kitchen operations, preparing and presenting dishes to Hilton’s high standards.
• Support menu execution and consistency in taste, presentation, and portion control.
• Collaborate on menu planning, recipe development, and special event preparations.
• Monitor food quality and minimize waste, ensuring operational efficiency.

Team Support & Development

• Assist in supervising and motivating kitchen staff, fostering teamwork and a positive work environment.
• Support training of junior kitchen staff in recipes, techniques, hygiene standards, and equipment use.
• Help implement scheduling, task allocation, and productivity management under the guidance of senior chefs.

Hygiene, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure adherence to HACCP, local food safety regulations, and Hilton’s hygiene standards.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized kitchen environment.
• Properly handle kitchen equipment, chemicals, and raw materials following safety protocols.

Collaboration & Operational Support

• Work closely with Sous Chef, Executive Chef, F&B Managers, and stewarding teams to support smooth operations.
• Assist in preparing for high-volume events, banquets, and special functions.
• Maintain effective communication across culinary, BOH, and service teams to anticipate and address operational needs

What are we looking for?

A Junior Sous Chef serving Hilton brands is always working on behalf of our Guests and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviours, skills, and values that follow:

• Diploma, degree, or professional certification in Culinary Arts or Hospitality Management.
• Experience in hotel or large-scale F&B kitchen operations is preferred.
• Pre-opening experience is a plus.
• Solid culinary skills, basic menu development experience, and operational awareness.
• Knowledge of hygiene standards, food safety, and safe kitchen practices.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and willingness to learn under senior leadership.
• Fluency in English; additional languages are an advantage.

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

Hilton is the leading global hospitality company, spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century, Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations, service, amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision “to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality” unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!