39 Head 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 .

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!

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!

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.

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

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

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We have urgent Opening as a "head chef - Indian cuisine" - in Malaysia Location. Job Role : head chef Job Location : Malaysia We are looking for an experienced and qualified Head Chef - North Indian cuisine to organize the kitchen’s activities. You will be the first in command in the facilities and will create and inspect dishes before they arrive at the customers ensuring high quality and contentment. Responsibilities Control and direct the food preparation process and any other relative activities Construct menus with new or existing culinary creations ensuring the variety and quality of the servings Approve and “polish” dishes before they reach the customer Plan orders of equipment or ingredients according to identified shortages Arrange for repairs when necessary Remedy any problems or defects Be fully in charge of hiring, managing and training kitchen staff Oversee the work of subordinates If anyone intrested kindly share your resume at (emailprotected) or you can whatsup at .

Educational Details: Bachelor degree

City: Melaka,Malaysia

State: Malacca

Postal Code: 11

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This range is provided by Oriental Fortune Trading Malaysia Sdn Bhd. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

• Manage and optimize daily kitchen operations to ensure smooth and efficient workflows
• Design and refine the menu to enhance product competitiveness and uniqueness
• Control food costs while ensuring dish quality and maximizing profitability
• Order and manage inventory of food and supplies, ensuring proper storage and stock levels
• Train and manage kitchen staff to uphold food safety and hygiene standards
• Assist in new store openings including kitchen recruitment, training, and process design
• Communicate effectively with FOH and management to align dish quality with customer expectations

• Candidates must possess at least Diploma
• Mature, with strong kitchen management capabilities
• Proficiency in Mandarin is an advantage to communicate with Mandarin-speaking customers and suppliers
• At least 3 years of experience in cuisine, hot pot chain (preferred)
• Minimum 3 years of kitchen management experience, capable of leading a team
• Experience with new store setup, SOP development, and kitchen process design
• Excellent knife skills, including chicken cutting and deboning (preferred)
• Proactive attitude, strong sense of responsibility, and able to work under pressure
• Excellent leadership and communication skills, able to manage a kitchen team of 10+ staff
• Willing to work on weekends and public holidays

• Free staff meals
• Staff Discount
• Uniform provided
• EPF, SOCSO, EIS contributions
• Hostel Provided
• Medical Reimbursement
• Attendance or performance incentives
• Annual leave, sick leave & paid public holidays

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• Full-time

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