Sous Chef

Tazeen Restaurant is looking for a skilled, passionate, and experienced Sous Chef to join our pre-opening team at Kulim Avenue, Kedah, specializing in Northern Indian Mughlai & Malay cuisine. We are seeking culinary professionals who are dedicated to delivering authentic flavors, maintaining high kitchen standards, and supporting smooth kitchen operations in a fast-paced environment.

As a Sous Chef, you will work closely with the Head Chef in overseeing kitchen operations, food preparation, staff supervision, and maintaining consistency in food quality and presentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in managing daily kitchen operations
• Supervise and coordinate kitchen staff during food preparation and service
• Ensure consistency in food quality, taste, and presentation
• Prepare and cook dishes according to company recipes and SOPs
• Monitor food hygiene, cleanliness, and kitchen safety standards
• Assist in inventory control, stock ordering, and cost management
• Ensure proper food storage and minimize wastage
• Train and guide junior kitchen staff when necessary
• Coordinate with service team to ensure smooth kitchen operations
• Support management during pre-opening kitchen setup and operational preparations

Requirements

• Minimum 2–4 years of experience in kitchen operations or supervisory culinary role
• Experience in Mughlai, Malay, Middle Eastern, or Indian cuisine is highly preferred
• Strong knowledge of food preparation techniques and kitchen operations
• Good leadership and team management skills
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Strong understanding of food hygiene and HACCP practices
• Responsible, disciplined, and able to work under pressure
• Able to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays
• Able to travel to or relocate to Kulim, Kedah

What We Offer

• Opportunity to grow with a new and exciting restaurant brand
• Career advancement opportunities
• Staff meals provided
• EPF, SOCSO & EIS
• Friendly and supportive working environment
• Be part of an exciting pre-opening journey

If you are passionate about hospitality and enjoy meeting people, we would love to hear from you.

Pay: From RM3,500.00 per month

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Kulim: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)
• Bahasa Melayu (Required)

Work Location: In person