415 Chef jobs in Malaysia

The Vasse Tavern is a boutique cocktail style tavern located in the heart of Busselton, a well known tourist town in the South-West of Western Australia. We pride ourselves on excellent service, quality produce, warm friendly service and cold beer. We value our staff, they are our number one priority in our business, and we believe that has a flow on effect to delivering fantastic service to our customers.

We are looking for an experienced, dynamic and innovative Head Chef who can take our very successful venue on a new culinary adventure. The venue typically does between 200 and 400 covers a day. Must understand client requirements, accurate costings of menu items, be prepared to change the menu seasonally as required and introduce weekly specials, must have exceptional staff management skills and the ability to train, motivate and develop their team. We offer a healthy work- life balance. If you believe you fit this criteria please send your CV to email below or call John on .

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Lead the Adventure – Become a Head Chef at Banana Tree

Salary + generous tronc shared fairly among the team

AtBanana Tree , we don’t just serve food—we serve up experiences inspired by the vibrant streets and flavours of Southeast Asia. If you’re a natural leader with a passion for hospitality and a hunger for adventure, this is your moment.

As Head Chef, you’ll be the heartbeat of the restaurant—guiding your team, delighting guests, and bringing the spirit of Borneo, Malaysia, and beyond to life every single day. From the buzz of a busy service to the joy of a perfectly plated Laksa, you’ll ensure every detail reflects our bold, energetic brand.

This isn’t just a leadership role—it’s your opportunity to shape a culture, grow a business, and take your career somewhere extraordinary.

At Banana Tree, our food takes you places. As Head Chef, you’ll lead the way.

Why Join Banana Tree?

We know that happy teams create the best experiences, so we offer:

• A Place for Everyone – We celebrate individuality and believe our differences make us stronger. Whoever you are, if you bring enthusiasm and a great work ethic, there’s a place for you in our kitchen!
• 50% Employee Discount – Enjoy discounts across Big Table Group brands, plus 25% off for friends & family.
• Flexible Working – Negotiable contracts to suit your lifestyle.
• Referral Bonus – Get rewarded for bringing great people on board!
• Career Growth – Fully funded Production Chef Level 2 apprenticeships and development programs
• Wellbeing & Support –Our We Care program includes a 24/7 virtual GP, mental health support, healthcare cash plan, dental plan, counselling, fitness & diet plans.
• Perks & Rewards – Access wages before payday, salary finance support, discounted gym memberships, and savings on theme parks, shopping, and entertainment.
• Team Celebrations – Competitions, team parties, and even a chance to win e-points to spend on your favourite retailers

• Salary Sacrifice Scheme – Make the most of tax-efficient savings on National Insurance, pension contributions, and a range of lifestyle benefits.

What You’ll Do as a Head Chef:

• Work closely with the management team to achieve restaurant goals.
• Lead the guest experience by ensuring every dish is cooked to perfection.
• Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and kitchen hygiene.
• Create a fun, motivating team environment, with a focus on developing and nurturing talent.
• Be commercially minded—analysing profit & loss accounts to make strong financial decisions and drive efficiency.

Who We’re Looking For:

At Banana Tree, we don’t just look for experience—we look for leaders. If you’re a strong communicator, passionate about food and developing people and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you.

At Banana Tree, everyone is welcome. We are committed to creating a workplace where you can be yourself and thrive. If you need any adjustments during the hiring process, just let us know—we’re happy to help.

Apply now and bring your leadership to the Banana Tree Italia kitchen!

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This job is for a Head Chef who leads kitchen operations, creates delicious menus, and trains a team. You might like this job because you get to be creative with food while ensuring a smooth, safe kitchen environment!

Responsibilities

1. Plan and oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring smooth workflow.
2. Ensure all dishes meet the restaurant’s quality, taste, and presentation standards.
3. Develop and update menus in collaboration with management.
4. Monitor food stock levels, minimize waste, and control food costs.
5. Recruit, train, and coach outlet staff on SOPs and performance expectations.
6. Supervise, train, and motivate kitchen staff (Sous Chefs, CDPs, Commis, etc.).
7. Assign tasks and ensure proper shift scheduling for kitchen staff.
8. Conduct performance evaluations and provide feedback.
9. Hygiene & Safety Compliance: Ensure compliance with food safety according to the set SOP, hygiene, and sanitation regulations. Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment. Conduct regular inspections of equipment & utensils and report maintenance issues.
10. Inventory & Cost Control: Monitor food inventory, place orders, and manage supplier relationships. Control food costs by minimizing waste and optimizing ingredient usage. Assist in budgeting and cost management for kitchen operations.
11. Problem-Solving & Efficiency: Resolve kitchen-related issues promptly (staff conflicts, equipment failures, etc.). Implement best practices to improve kitchen efficiency and productivity. Accommodate special menu requests within the brand's guidelines/SOP.
12. Ad-Hoc Tasks: Support other outlet tasks as needed, when requested by the Area Head Chef. Collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth operation of the outlet.

Job Requirements Knowledge

• Advanced culinary techniques across multiple cuisines
• Food safety and kitchen management systems
• Current culinary trends and ingredients

Skills

• Strong leadership and people management
• Budgeting and cost control
• Ability to troubleshoot and manage critical situations

Note: The additional company information appears to be irrelevant to the job description and has been omitted for clarity.

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The Vasse Tavern is a boutique cocktail style tavern located in the heart of Busselton, a well known tourist town in the South-West of Western Australia. We pride ourselves on excellent service, quality produce, warm friendly service and cold beer. We value our staff, they are our number one priority in our business, and we believe that has a flow on effect to delivering fantastic service to our customers. We are looking for an experienced, dynamic and innovative Head Chef who can take our very successful venue on a new culinary adventure. The venue typically does between 200 and 400 covers a day. Must understand client requirements, accurate costings of menu items, be prepared to change the menu seasonally as required and introduce weekly specials, must have exceptional staff management skills and the ability to train, motivate and develop their team. We offer a healthy work- life balance. If you believe you fit this criteria please send your CV to email below or call John on .

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Lead the Adventure – Become a Head Chef at Banana Tree Salary + generous tronc shared fairly among the team At Banana Tree , we don’t just serve food—we serve up experiences inspired by the vibrant streets and flavours of Southeast Asia. If you’re a natural leader with a passion for hospitality and a hunger for adventure, this is your moment. As Head Chef, you’ll be the heartbeat of the restaurant—guiding your team, delighting guests, and bringing the spirit of Borneo, Malaysia, and beyond to life every single day. From the buzz of a busy service to the joy of a perfectly plated Laksa, you’ll ensure every detail reflects our bold, energetic brand. This isn’t just a leadership role—it’s your opportunity to shape a culture, grow a business, and take your career somewhere extraordinary. At Banana Tree, our food takes you places. As Head Chef, you’ll lead the way. Why Join Banana Tree? We know that happy teams create the best experiences, so we offer: A Place for Everyone – We celebrate individuality and believe our differences make us stronger. Whoever you are, if you bring enthusiasm and a great work ethic, there’s a place for you in our kitchen! 50% Employee Discount – Enjoy discounts across Big Table Group brands, plus 25% off for friends & family. Flexible Working – Negotiable contracts to suit your lifestyle. Referral Bonus – Get rewarded for bringing great people on board! Career Growth – Fully funded Production Chef Level 2 apprenticeships and development programs Wellbeing & Support –Our We Care program includes a 24/7 virtual GP, mental health support, healthcare cash plan, dental plan, counselling, fitness & diet plans. Perks & Rewards – Access wages before payday, salary finance support, discounted gym memberships, and savings on theme parks, shopping, and entertainment. Team Celebrations – Competitions, team parties, and even a chance to win e-points to spend on your favourite retailers Salary Sacrifice Scheme – Make the most of tax-efficient savings on National Insurance, pension contributions, and a range of lifestyle benefits.

What You’ll Do as a Head Chef: Work closely with the management team to achieve restaurant goals. Lead the guest experience by ensuring every dish is cooked to perfection. Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and kitchen hygiene. Create a fun, motivating team environment, with a focus on developing and nurturing talent. Be commercially minded—analysing profit & loss accounts to make strong financial decisions and drive efficiency. Who We’re Looking For: At Banana Tree, we don’t just look for experience—we look for leaders. If you’re a strong communicator, passionate about food and developing people and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you. At Banana Tree, everyone is welcome. We are committed to creating a workplace where you can be yourself and thrive. If you need any adjustments during the hiring process, just let us know—we’re happy to help. Apply now and bring your leadership to the Banana Tree Italia kitchen!

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This job is for a

Head Chef

who leads kitchen operations, creates delicious menus, and trains a team. You might like this job because you get to be creative with food while ensuring a smooth, safe kitchen environment!

Responsibilities

Plan and oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring smooth workflow.

Ensure all dishes meet the restaurant’s quality, taste, and presentation standards.

Develop and update menus in collaboration with management.

Monitor food stock levels, minimize waste, and control food costs.

Recruit, train, and coach outlet staff on SOPs and performance expectations.

Supervise, train, and motivate kitchen staff (Sous Chefs, CDPs, Commis, etc.).

Assign tasks and ensure proper shift scheduling for kitchen staff.

Conduct performance evaluations and provide feedback.

Hygiene & Safety Compliance:

Ensure compliance with food safety according to the set SOP, hygiene, and sanitation regulations. Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment. Conduct regular inspections of equipment & utensils and report maintenance issues.

Inventory & Cost Control:

Monitor food inventory, place orders, and manage supplier relationships. Control food costs by minimizing waste and optimizing ingredient usage. Assist in budgeting and cost management for kitchen operations.

Problem-Solving & Efficiency:

Resolve kitchen-related issues promptly (staff conflicts, equipment failures, etc.). Implement best practices to improve kitchen efficiency and productivity. Accommodate special menu requests within the brand's guidelines/SOP.

Ad-Hoc Tasks:

Support other outlet tasks as needed, when requested by the Area Head Chef. Collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth operation of the outlet.

Job Requirements Knowledge

Advanced culinary techniques across multiple cuisines

Food safety and kitchen management systems

Current culinary trends and ingredients

Skills

Strong leadership and people management

Budgeting and cost control

Ability to troubleshoot and manage critical situations

Note: The additional company information appears to be irrelevant to the job description and has been omitted for clarity.

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Job Overview: Burma Kitchen is seeking an experienced Head Chef to lead our kitchen operations, ensuring authentic Burmese flavors, timely food preparation, and a harmonious work environment. Preference will be given to candidates with prior experience at Burma Burma or similar establishments specializing in Burmese cuisine. Key Responsibilities: – Ensure authentic taste and consistent quality of Burmese vegetarian dishes. – Supervise daily kitchen operations and maintain smooth workflow. – Oversee food preparation, ensuring timely service. – Manage inventory and supplier relations, delegating as needed. – Train and mentor kitchen staff, ensuring high performance and teamwork. – Implement food safety and hygiene standards, including cleanliness and proper attire. – Monitor food costing and waste management for efficiency. – Assist in hiring and onboarding new kitchen staff when necessary. – Report any additional kitchen equipment needs for smooth operations. Requirements: – Proven experience as a Head Chef in Burmese cuisine (preferably at Burma Burma or similar). – Strong leadership and team management skills. – Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen environment. – Knowledge of food cost control and waste reduction strategies. – Commitment to hygiene, cleanliness, and kitchen discipline. Work Schedule & Benefits: Working Hours: 10 AM – 10 PM (with meal breaks) Work Days: 6 days a week (1 rotating day off) Salary: Negotiable based on experience Benefits: Shared accommodation, meals, medical coverage

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Overview

Pastry Chef / Executive Pastry Chef role at Westin Hotels & Resorts

Location: The Westin Kuala Lumpur, No 199 Jalan Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan, Malaysia, 55100

Job Number:

Schedule: Full Time

Position Type: Management

Job Summary

Exhibits creative baking and decorating talents by personally performing tasks while leading the staff in preparing quality and consistent pastries for all areas. Works to continually improve guest and employee satisfaction while maintaining the operating budget. Leads development and training of team to improve results while maintaining standards. Must ensure sanitation and food standards are achieved.

Qualifications

• Education And Experience
  • High school diploma or GED; 4 years experience in the culinary, food and beverage, or related professional area.
• OR
• • 2-year degree from an accredited university in Culinary Arts, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major; 2 years experience in the culinary, food and beverage, or related professional area.

Responsibilities

• Leading Pastry Culinary Team
  • Utilizes interpersonal and communication skills to lead, influence, and encourage others; advocates sound financial/business decision making; demonstrates honesty/integrity; leads by example.
  • Supervises and manages employees. Manages all day-to-day operations. Understands employee positions well enough to perform duties in employees' absence.
  • Encourages and builds mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
  • Serves as a role model to demonstrate appropriate behaviors.
  • Ensures and maintains the productivity level of employees.
  • Ensures employees understand expectations and parameters.
  • Establishes and maintains open, collaborative relationships with employees and ensures employees do the same within the team.
  • Solicits employee feedback, utilizes an "open door" policy and reviews employee satisfaction results to identify and address employee problems or concerns.
  • Leads shifts while personally preparing food items and executing requests based on required specifications.
  • Supervises and coordinates activities of cooks and workers engaged in food preparation.
• Ensuring Culinary Standards And Responsibilities Are Met
  • Develops, designs, or creates new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
  • Recognizes superior quality products, presentations and flavor.
  • Maintains food preparation handling and correct storage standards.
  • Maintains purchasing, receiving and food storage standards.
  • Supports procedures for food & beverage portion and waste controls.
  • Follows proper handling and right temperature of all food products.
  • Supervises pastry preparation shift operations and ensures compliance with all Food & Beverage policies, standards and procedures.
  • Ensures compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
  • Prepares and cooks foods of all types, either on a regular basis or for special guests or functions.
  • Checks the quality of raw and cooked food products to ensure that standards are met.
  • Assists in determining how food should be presented and creates decorative food displays.
• Ensuring Exceptional Customer Service
  • Provides services that are above and beyond for customer satisfaction and retention.
  • Manages day-to-day operations, ensuring the quality, standards and meeting the expectations of the customers on a daily basis.
  • Improves service by communicating and assisting individuals to understand guest needs, providing guidance, feedback, and individual coaching when needed.
  • Sets a positive example for guest relations.
  • Empowers employees to provide excellent customer service.
  • Emphasizes guest satisfaction during all departmental meetings and focuses on continuous improvement.
  • Strives to improve service performance.
• Maintaining Culinary Goals
  • Achieves and exceeds goals including performance goals, budget goals, team goals, etc.
  • Develops specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
  • Trains employees in safety procedures and supervises their ability to follow loss prevention policies to prevent accidents and control costs.
  • Purchases appropriate supplies and manage inventories according to budget.
• Supports Training and Development Activities
  • Ensures disciplinary procedures and documentation are completed according to Standard and Local Operating Procedures (SOPs and LSOPs) and support the Peer Review Process.
  • Participates in training staff on menu items including ingredients, preparation methods and unique tastes.
  • Reviews staffing levels to ensure that guest service, operational needs and financial objectives are met.
  • Ensures property policies are administered fairly and consistently.
  • Assists as needed in the interviewing and hiring of employee team members with appropriate skills.
• Additional Responsibilities
  • Provides information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
  • Analyzes information and evaluates results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
  • Brings issues to the attention of the department manager and Human Resources as necessary.
  • Attends and participates in all pertinent meetings.

Equal Opportunity

At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.

Westin is committed to empowering guests to regain control and enhance their well-being when they travel. We seek passionate and engaged colleagues to bring the brand’s wellness programming to life and support associates in their own well-being.

Company and role details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Hospitality

Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.

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**Additional Information**
**Job Number**
**Job Category** Food and Beverage & Culinary
**Location** The Westin Kuala Lumpur, No 199 Jalan Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan, Malaysia, 55100VIEW ON MAP ( Full Time
**Located Remotely?** N
**Position Type** Management
**JOB SUMMARY**
Exhibits creative baking and decorating talents by personally performing tasks while leading the staff in preparing quality and consistent pastries for all areas. Works to continually improve guest and employee satisfaction while maintaining the operating budget. Leads development and training of team to improve results while maintaining standards. Must ensure sanitation and food standards are achieved.
**CANDIDATE PROFILE**
**Education and Experience**
- High school diploma or GED; 4 years experience in the culinary, food and beverage, or related professional area.
OR
- 2-year degree from an accredited university in Culinary Arts, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major; 2 years experience in the culinary, food and beverage, or related professional area.
**CORE WORK ACTIVITIES**
**Leading Pastry Culinary Team**
- Utilizes interpersonal and communication skills to lead, influence, and encourage others; advocates sound financial/business decision making; demonstrates honesty/integrity; leads by example.
- Supervises and manages employees. Manages all day-to-day operations. Understands employee positions well enough to perform duties in employees' absence.
- Encourages and builds mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
- Serves as a role model to demonstrate appropriate behaviors.
- Ensures and maintains the productivity level of employees.
- Ensures employees understand expectations and parameters.
- Establishes and maintains open, collaborative relationships with employees and ensures employees do the same within the team.
- Solicits employee feedback, utilizes an "open door" policy and reviews employee satisfaction results to identify and address employee problems or concerns.
- Leads shifts while personally preparing food items and executing requests based on required specifications.
- Supervises and coordinates activities of cooks and workers engaged in food preparation.
**Ensuring Culinary Standards and Responsibilities are Met**
- Develops, designs, or creates new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
- Recognizes superior quality products, presentations and flavor.
- Maintains food preparation handling and correct storage standards.
- Maintains purchasing, receiving and food storage standards.
- Supports procedures for food & beverage portion and waste controls.
- Follows proper handling and right temperature of all food products.
- Supervises pastry preparation shift operations and ensures compliance with all Food & Beverage policies, standards and procedures.
- Ensures compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
- Prepares and cooks foods of all types, either on a regular basis or for special guests or functions.
- Checks the quality of raw and cooked food products to ensure that standards are met.
- Assists in determining how food should be presented and creates decorative food displays.
**Ensuring Exceptional Customer Service**
- Provides services that are above and beyond for customer satisfaction and retention.
- Manages day-to-day operations, ensuring the quality, standards and meeting the expectations of the customers on a daily basis.
- Improves service by communicating and assisting individuals to understand guest needs, providing guidance, feedback, and individual coaching when needed.
- Sets a positive example for guest relations.
- Empowers employees to provide excellent customer service.
- Emphasizes guest satisfaction during all departmental meetings and focuses on continuous improvement.
- Strives to improve service performance.
**Maintaining Culinary Goals**
- Achieves and exceeds goals including performance goals, budget goals, team goals, etc.
- Develops specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
- Trains employees in safety procedures and supervises their ability to follow loss prevention policies to prevent accidents and control costs.
- Purchases appropriate supplies and manage inventories according to budget.
**Supports Training and Development Activities**
- Ensures disciplinary procedures and documentation are completed according to Standard and Local Operating Procedures (SOPs and LSOPs) and support the Peer Review Process.
- Participates in training staff on menu items including ingredients, preparation methods and unique tastes.
- Reviews staffing levels to ensure that guest service, operational needs and financial objectives are met.
- Ensures property policies are administered fairly and consistently.
- Assists as needed in the interviewing and hiring of employee team members with appropriate skills.
**Additional Responsibilities**
- Provides information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
- Analyzes information and evaluates results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
- Brings issues to the attention of the department manager and Human Resources as necessary.
- Attends and participates in all pertinent meetings.
_At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law._
At Westin, we are committed to empowering guests to regain control and enhance their well-being when they need it most while traveling, ensuring they can be the best version of themselves. To achieve the brand mission of becoming the preeminent wellness brand in hospitality, we need passionate and engaged associates to bring the brand's unique programming to life. We want our associates to embrace their own well-being practices both on and off property. You are the ideal Westin candidate if you are passionate; you are active and take pride in how you maintain your well-being; you are optimistic; you are adventurous. **Be** where you can do your best work, **begin** your purpose, **belong** to an amazing globalteam, and **become** the best version of you.