Commis Chef

Commis Chef
Welcome to the Kimpton Naluria Kuala Lumpur family. Now that you are part of our family, let’s explain the role you will play.

Our mission is to be the best loved Boutique Hotel & Restaurant Company so regardless of position we look for individuals to join our family who are passionate about providing genuine heartfelt care to our guests, colleagues, owners and communities.

WHAT WILL I ACTUALLY BE DOING?

You already told us that you are passionate and creative by nature, with an appetite for hard work and we have plenty on the menu for you, so you will feel perfectly at home in this team.

Regarding the role, it’s as the job title says really, you will be supporting the Chef de Partie and cooking up a storm in our kitchen providing the most mouth-watering dishes in the area.

Prepare food items for customers using a quality predetermined method in a timely and consistent manner.

Set up station with predetermined mise-en place required to service all banquet functions.

Practice sanitation and safety daily to ensure the total customer satisfaction.

To be fully aware of all menu item, their recipes, method of production and presentation standards.

Carry out close liaison with all section of the kitchen in order to ensure smooth and efficient service.

Assume duties of Demi Chef de Partie in his/her absence.

Demonstrate initiative at all times.

Lead and support the junior members of the team.

Strong desire to improve on skills and knowledge

Ability to produce own work in accordance with a deadline.

Seek own solutions to the minor obstacles that occur from time to time.

To project a pleasant and positive professional image to all contacts at all the times.

Daily data collection and reporting of issues as they arise.

Review the daily production sheets with Chef de Partie or Demi Chef when the first is not present.

Prepares, and when required, delegates the production of the necessary food items in accordance with standards in a timely & efficient fashion to ensure that there is no interruption to guests’ service

Adhere to standardized recipes and specifications in order to maintain consistency and ensure all standards are met

Keeps workstation clean and organized including, but no limited to, fridges, freezers, counter tops and stove tops.

Ensures that station opening and closing procedures are carried out to standard.

Keep over-production and food waste to a minimum, ensures proper rotation, labelling and storing of food

Operate all kitchen equipment and conduct them with safety in mind at all the times.

Ensures that all the food products are handled, stored, prepared and served safely in accordance with hotel and government food safety guidelines.

Report any and all deficiencies in kitchen equipment functionality and quality of food products to Chef de Partie or sous chef in a timely fashion.

Compliance with all safety regulations of assigned tasks and ensure a clean and safe working environment with active participation in the hotel health and safety program.

Make sure to log all information in the kitchen logbook.

Cleaning schedule to follow.

Kitchen logbook to be filled out.

Run the section with great confident

Daily data collection and reporting of issues as they arise

Stock rotation, FIFO

Vegetables, dried goods and other food related items to be stored properly

You will be working with chefs, The world is your oyster, or burger or asparagus, we don’t mind which you pick, just make sure you take advantage of this with your development. What a great opportunity to learn from the best!

It’s a physical role and you will be on your feet most of the time, so fitness will be key for you, although reasonable adjustments will be made where we can. There’s a lot of people around in the hotel, so you will need to be able communicate well with everyone. We would love it if you were multi-lingual, but it’s not essential

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU?

Diploma or certification in Culinary Arts or Professional Cookery preferred

1–2 years of experience in a luxury hotel, lifestyle hotel, or fine-dining restaurant (freshers with strong training may be considered)

Basic knowledge of international cuisines and modern cooking techniques

Understanding of luxury service standards, presentation, and attention to detail

Ability to prepare ingredients, assist in cooking, and support senior chefs during service

Strong knowledge of food hygiene, HACCP, and kitchen safety standards

Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment

Willingness to work flexible shifts, including weekends and holidays

Team-oriented mindset with a positive attitude and eagerness to learn

Good time management and organizational skills