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Chef de Cuisine - Chinese Kitchen

HiltonKuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

19 days ago

Job description

Overview

Hilton Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia is hiring for the role of Chef de Cuisine – Chinese Kitchen. The Chef de Cuisine leads and manages all culinary operations related to Chinese cuisine within the hotel, ensuring authenticity, quality, consistency, and innovation in offerings while managing a team of chefs and kitchen staff. The position upholds the hotel’s brand standards and delivers exceptional guest dining experiences.

What will I be doing?

As the Chef de Cuisine, you will be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards :

Culinary Leadership : Plan, create, and execute authentic Chinese menus with a focus on high‑quality ingredients and traditional techniques. Supervise and mentor Chinese kitchen staff, ensuring hygiene, food quality, and presentation standards are met.
Kitchen Operations : Oversee daily operations of the Makan Kitchen-Chinese & Chinese Banquet, including mise en place, production, plating, and service. Ensure food preparation and storage comply with food safety and sanitation standards (e.g., HACCP). Monitor food costs, portion control, inventory, and waste to achieve budgeted targets.
Staff Management & Training : Train, coach, and evaluate team members to enhance culinary skills and consistency. Schedule staff and delegate tasks to ensure efficient operations during peak and off-peak hours. Foster a positive team culture with focus on discipline, motivation, and professional development.
Guest Satisfaction : Collaborate with the F&B and service teams to ensure seamless delivery and presentation of Chinese dishes. Interact with guests to receive feedback and tailor offerings to enhance the dining experience.
Collaboration & Compliance : Work with the Executive Chef and other specialty chefs to support banquet and event functions. Comply with international brand standards, health and safety regulations, and culinary SOPs. Participate in menu engineering, tastings, and promotional planning for restaurant and banquet offerings.

What are we looking for?

A Chef de Cuisine serving Hilton Brands works on behalf of guests and team members. To successfully fill this role, you should demonstrate the following qualifications, skills, and attributes :

Culinary degree or diploma from a recognized institution.

Specialization or certification in Chinese culinary arts is a strong advantage.

Minimum of 8–10 years of professional culinary experience, with at least 3 years in a senior role in a Chinese kitchen.

Previous experience in an international hotel or luxury restaurant environment is highly preferred.

Strong knowledge of Cantonese Chinese cuisines.

Proven leadership, organizational, and team management skills.

Expertise in wok techniques, dim sum production, and Chinese banquet cooking.

Excellent time management and communication skills.

Understanding of kitchen financials, food cost control, and inventory management.

Good command of English (spoken and written) is essential in an international setting.

What will it be like to work for Hilton?

Hilton is a leading global hospitality company with brands spanning luxury to mid-priced hotels. Hilton is dedicated to providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands, with a culture focused on teamwork and hospitality.

Work Locations

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Kuala Lumpur

Schedule

Full-time

Brand

DoubleTree by Hilton

Job

Culinary

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Hospitality

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Chef Chinese • Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia