Job Description

The Malay Cuisine Chef is responsible for preparing authentic Malay meals for Muslim employees and occasional guests, leading daily kitchen operations, ensuring food quality, hygiene and halal compliance, managing inventory, and supporting the kitchen setup during the factory start-up in Malaysia.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and cook authentic Malay cuisine to meet daily meal requirements for Muslim employees, especially local Malay staff.
• Plan daily menus that are nutritious, balanced, and aligned with employees’ preferences.
• Handle food preparation for visiting guests and company events when required.
• Lead and manage kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, plating, and kitchen cleanliness.
• Ensure proper handling, storage, and usage of ingredients to maintain food quality and minimize waste.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene, cleanliness, and food safety in accordance with company policies, local regulations, and halal requirements.
• Monitor kitchen inventory, coordinate ingredient purchases, and manage stock levels efficiently.
• Ensure that all food preparation is halal and handled appropriately, in compliance with local practices and company guidelines.
• Support the setup and organization of the kitchen during the factory’s initial start-up phase.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by management.

Job Requirements

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Malay Cuisine Chef, preferably in a corporate, factory, or canteen setting.
• Strong knowledge of authentic Malay cooking techniques and traditional dishes.
• Ability to cook for a group while maintaining taste consistency and quality.
• Familiarity with kitchen hygiene, food safety standards, and basic inventory management.
• Experience working overseas or in a multicultural environment is an advantage.
• Ability to work independently and manage kitchen operations with minimal supervision.
• Physically fit and able to work in a kitchen environment.
• Willingness to work long hours and flexible hours when required (e.g., visitor meals or special occasions).

Skills