Job Description

Ready to cook proper kopitiam favourites and grow your practical kitchen skills? Working with us at VS Market Place Sdn Bhd means joining a friendly, modern kopitiam serving classic Malaysian breakfast and all-day comfort food to regulars and new customers alike. We take pride in consistent flavours, fast service, and a learning-first kitchen where everyday shifts build real culinary experience.

As a Modern Kopitiam Kitchen Crew member you keep the kitchen moving and ensure service runs smoothly. You will manage prep, run the pass during busy periods, follow recipes and hygiene standards, and support a compact team so plates leave the kitchen on time and tasting right.

Why Join Us

• Develop hands-on kopitiam skills through daily prep and cooking shifts, improving your knife work, braising, and basic sauce making in a real service environment.
• Build speed and consistency by rotating between prep, stove, and pass so you master portioning, plating, and timing under typical rush conditions.
• Gain practical knowledge of kitchen operations by handling stock preparation, simple inventory checks, and safe equipment use to reduce waste and keep service steady.
• Strengthen teamwork and communication by working closely with servers and supervisors, receiving on-the-job coaching that improves coordination and service flow.
• Progress your F&B career with clear learning steps and mentoring that position you for senior cook roles when you demonstrate reliability and skill growth.

Job Requirements

Responsibilities 

Food Preparation & Cooking 

• You will prep proteins and vegetables each shift, trimming, marinating and portioning to recipe standards for consistent flavour. 
• You will operate the stove and griddle using braising and local techniques to deliver steady taste and correct portions. 
• You will follow written recipes and plating guides so every plate matches our flavour profile and presentation. 
• You will prepare basic stocks and sauces before peak periods to keep service smooth and reduce last-minute rushes. 

Service & Kitchen Operations 

• You will run the pass during busy periods, assemble orders quickly and coordinate with servers to keep wait times low. 
• You will operate woks, griddles, slicers and refrigeration units safely and carry out routine clean checks after use. 
• You will record ingredient usage each shift and flag shortages to supervisors so inventory stays accurate and waste is minimised. 
• You will help train new crew on station routines and menu basics so standards remain consistent across shifts. 

Cleanliness & Safety 

• You will keep workstations and dish areas clean to prevent cross-contamination and meet hygiene expectations. 
• You will apply proper temperature control, storage and sanitation checks throughout every shift. 
• You will complete end-of-shift cleaning tasks and participate in scheduled deep-clean routines to keep the kitchen ready for service. 
• You will report equipment faults or safety hazards to supervisors right away so issues are resolved quickly. 

Requirements 

Qualifications & Experience 

• Minimum 2 years of experience working in a kopitiam, cafe, or similar F&B kitchen environment. 
• Basic culinary training or a recognised food handling certificate is an advantage but not mandatory. 
• Willingness to work morning shifts and weekends and to stand for extended periods during service. 
• Physically fit for routine lifting, chopping and repetitive kitchen tasks. 

Hard Skills & Knowledge 

• Proven food preparation and cooking skills with familiarity in braising and Malay-Chinese kopitiam styles. 
• Experience in meat cutting and portioning, with safe knife handling and basic butchery awareness. 
• Ability to follow and manage recipes, maintain consistent portion sizes and perform simple inventory tracking. 
• Practical knowledge of basic kitchen equipment operation and standard food safety practices. 

Soft Skills & Qualities 

• Work well under pressure with a focus on speed and accuracy during busy service periods. 
• Be a reliable team player who communicates clearly and supports colleagues across stations. 
• Show attention to detail in taste, timing and presentation for every plate served. 
• Maintain a positive attitude, stay open to on-the-job coaching and act on feedback from supervisors.

Skills