Hot Kitchen Commis Chef

About the role

We are looking for a passionate and hardworking Hot Kitchen Commis Chef to join our team at Magnificent Bakery Park, Petaling Jaya. You will assist with food preparation, cooking and daily kitchen operations while maintaining high standards of food quality, hygiene and cleanliness.

This is a great opportunity for candidates who are eager to learn, develop their culinary skills and grow their career in a professional kitchen environment. Experience in a hot kitchen is an advantage, but we welcome candidates with the right attitude and willingness to learn.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and cooking of hot kitchen dishes according to recipes and required standards.
• Prepare ingredients by washing, cutting, chopping, portioning and marinating as required.
• Assist senior chefs during daily kitchen preparation and service.
• Ensure food is prepared, cooked and presented consistently according to company standards.
• Monitor cooking time, temperature and portion sizes to maintain food quality.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of the assigned workstation, kitchen equipment and utensils.
• Follow proper food handling, food safety and hygiene procedures at all times.
• Assist with receiving, checking, storing and rotating kitchen ingredients.
• Monitor stock levels and inform the senior chef of any shortages or issues.
• Ensure all ingredients are properly labelled, stored and handled according to food safety requirements.
• Support the team during busy service periods and assist other kitchen sections when required.
• Carry out daily cleaning and closing duties as assigned.
• Follow instructions from senior chefs and management and maintain a positive team attitude.
• Perform any other kitchen-related duties assigned by the Chef or Management.

What we're looking for

• Previous experience in a kitchen or food preparation environment is an advantage.
• Culinary qualification or relevant kitchen training is preferred, but not essential.
• Passionate about cooking and willing to learn and develop culinary skills.
• Basic knowledge of food preparation, cooking methods and kitchen operations.
• Basic knife skills and familiarity with common kitchen equipment.
• Good understanding of food safety, hygiene and cleanliness standards.
• Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Physically fit and able to stand for extended periods.
• Good teamwork and communication skills.
• Responsible, punctual and willing to follow instructions from senior chefs.
• Willing to work shifts, weekends and public holidays when required.
• Positive attitude, hardworking and able to work well as part of a team.

What we offer

• Competitive salary based on experience and skills.
• Training and on-the-job learning opportunities.
• Opportunities for career growth and progression within Wyld Group.
• Supportive and professional working environment.
• Exposure to a dynamic kitchen operation and hands-on culinary experience.
• Opportunity to develop skills across different hot kitchen stations.
• Staff benefits in accordance with company policy.

Location: Magnificent Bakery Park, Petaling Jaya