Job Details

Job Scope:

We are currently seeking a skilled and experienced Catering Head Chef to join our team at our central kitchen located in KL. As the Catering Head Chef, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the culinary operations and ensuring the delivery of high-quality food services for our catering business.

 

Responsibilities:

 

• Menu Planning: Create innovative and appealing menus for a variety of catering events, considering client preferences, dietary restrictions, and seasonal ingredients.

• Food Preparation: Prepare and cook a wide range of dishes according to established recipes, ensuring excellent taste, presentation, and consistency.

• Team Management: Lead and manage a team of chefs, kitchen staff, and support personnel, ensuring a productive and harmonious work environment.

• Food Safety and Hygiene: Uphold strict food safety and hygiene standards, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and guidelines.

• Inventory Management: Oversee inventory control, including ordering, receiving, and maintaining appropriate stock levels of ingredients and supplies.

• Cost Control: Monitor food and labor costs to ensure profitability, implementing strategies to optimize efficiency and minimize wastage.

• Quality Assurance: Conduct regular inspections of food preparation and service areas to maintain high standards of cleanliness, organization, and efficiency.

• Client Interaction: Collaborate with clients to understand their specific catering needs, provide professional guidance, and ensure customer satisfaction.

• Staff Training: Develop and implement training programs to enhance the culinary skills and knowledge of kitchen staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning.

• Collaboration: Coordinate with other departments, such as event planning and sales, to ensure seamless execution of catering services and contribute to business growth.

 

 

• Culinary Expertise: Proven experience as a Head Chef or Executive Chef, with a strong background in catering operations.

• Menu Development Skills: Ability to create diverse and appealing menus, incorporating various cuisines and dietary preferences.

• Leadership Abilities: Strong leadership and management skills to guide and motivate a team of culinary professionals.

• Food Safety Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of food safety standards, regulations, and best practices.

• Creativity and Innovation: Ability to think creatively, introduce new culinary concepts, and adapt to changing market trends.

• Organizational Skills: Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities to handle multiple events and deadlines simultaneously.

• Communication Skills: Effective communication and interpersonal skills to interact with clients, colleagues, and team members.

• Problem-Solving: Proactive approach to resolving challenges and finding practical solutions in a fast-paced catering environment.

• Flexibility: Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays, as per business requirements.

 

Qualifications: 

A culinary degree or relevant certification in culinary arts is preferred.

 

If you are a passionate and talented chef with a strong background in catering operations, we invite you to join our dynamic team. Please submit your resume and portfolio. We look forward to reviewing your application and discussing the opportunity further.