We are looking for a hands-on and creative Culinary & Product Development Assistant to support our food product development, recipe standardization, cooking demonstrations and product-related activities.
The successful candidate will be actively involved in food preparation, cooking, recipe testing, product trials and menu development. This role also involves preparing standardized recipes, developing product SOPs, performing food costing and supporting cooking demonstrations for customers and business partners.
You will work closely with our Sales, Marketing, Business Development and R&D teams to ensure product quality, consistency and effective food presentation across the Company's brands.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform hands-on cooking and food preparation for product development, recipe testing and product trials.
- Assist in developing, testing and standardizing recipes, menus and food products.
- Prepare and maintain recipes, product SOPs, cooking instructions and product specifications.
- Conduct cooking demonstrations, product sampling and product knowledge training.
- Assist in recipe costing, portion costing and yield analysis.
- Prepare food styling, plating and food presentation for photography, videography and marketing activities.
- Support product launches, exhibitions, promotional events and customer demonstrations.
- Ensure compliance with food safety, HACCP, Halal and GMP requirements.
- Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Business Development and other departments on product-related activities.
Job Requirements
- Certificate, Diploma or relevant qualification in Culinary Arts, Food Preparation, Food Service or a related field is an advantage.
- Experience in cooking, kitchen operations, food preparation or product development will be an added advantage.
- Good cooking skills and understanding of food preparation techniques.
- Creative, hands-on and passionate about food and product development.
- Able to follow recipes, standard procedures and food safety practices.
- Good teamwork, communication and interpersonal skills.
- Willing to participate in cooking demonstrations, product trials and company promotional activities.
- Able to work independently and manage assigned tasks responsibly.
Preferred Background
Candidates with experience as a Chef, Commis Chef, Kitchen Assistant, Culinary Assistant, R&D Assistant or Food Product Development Assistant are encouraged to apply.
Fresh graduates are welcome to apply.
Pay: RM2,500.00 per month
Education:
- Malaysian Special Skills Certificate (Preferred)
Experience:
- Kitchen Operations: 1 year (Preferred)
- Food Product Development: 1 year (Preferred)
Location:
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person