Full Time Head Chef Jobs, salary up to MYR 4,000 in Savor Of Life Sdn. Bhd. Kuala Lumpur - Ricebowl

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking for a visionary and experienced Head Chef to anchor our kitchen and lead the culinary direction of our growing plant-based food establishment in Malaysia. This is a rare opportunity to shape a brand from the inside — designing menus, building a team culture, and delivering food experiences that reflect both creativity and deep-rooted local culinary heritage. If you are passionate about vegan cuisine and excited by the prospect of making your mark in Southeast Asia's dynamic food scene, we want to hear from you.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Culinary Leadership & Menu Development

• Conceptualise, design, and continuously evolve a seasonal vegan menu that reflects innovation, nutrition, and cultural authenticity
• Incorporate local culinary traditions and plant-based techniques to create distinctive, memorable dishes
• Collaborate with management on themed menus, promotional offerings, and business-driven culinary strategy

Kitchen Operations & Quality Control

• Oversee all aspects of daily kitchen operations, ensuring exceptional food quality and consistency across every service
• Establish and maintain rigorous standards for food preparation, plating, and presentation
• Implement and uphold food hygiene, safety, and sanitation protocols in full compliance with Malaysian regulations

Team Management & Development

• Lead, inspire, and manage a kitchen team — recruiting, onboarding, training, and mentoring staff at all levels
• Foster a collaborative, high-performance kitchen culture grounded in respect and continuous learning
• Conduct regular performance reviews and provide constructive feedback to develop team capability

Inventory, Costing & Supplier Relations

• Manage kitchen inventory, ordering, and stock control to minimise waste and ensure freshness
• Negotiate with and manage relationships with suppliers to source quality plant-based ingredients at optimal cost
• Monitor and control food costs, portion sizes, and wastage in line with financial targets

REQUIREMENTS

Experience & Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or Senior Chef, with a strong portfolio in vegan, plant-based, or health-conscious cuisine
• Formal culinary training (diploma, degree, or equivalent professional qualification) is an advantage, though candidates with strong hands-on industry experience are equally welcome to apply
• Demonstrated ability to design and execute menus in a commercial kitchen environment

Skills & Knowledge

• Deep familiarity with Local culinary culture, ingredients, and cooking traditions — a strong advantage
• Comprehensive understanding of vegan nutrition, whole-food plant-based cooking techniques, and ingredient functionality
• Strong leadership, delegation, and team management abilities
• Sound financial acumen — food costing, inventory control, and supplier negotiation
• Working knowledge of Malaysian food safety standards and hygiene regulations (or willingness to obtain certification)

Personal Attributes

• Genuine passion for vegan and health-conscious cooking, with a commitment to quality and creativity
• Adaptable, hands-on, and resilient under the pressures of a dynamic kitchen environment
• Strong communicator with the ability to lead diverse teams effectively
• Proficient in English and Mandarin — preferred

Pay: From RM4,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Meal provided

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Kuala Lumpur: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Experience:

• Head Chef: 3 years (Preferred)

Language:

• English (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 100% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person