Junior Sous Chef

MODU Samgyetang are looking for a Junior Sous Chef / Sous Chef - Malaysia

Salary Range:

Full time: RM 4,200 - 5,500

Department: Operations Department - F&B

Location: MODU (The Exchange TRX Malaysia)

Overall Job Objectives

Are you a passionate and skilled culinary professional looking to take the next step in your career? We are seeking a Junior Sous Chef and Sous Chef to join our dynamic team. Whether you're currently a Cook or Chef de Partie (CDP), this is your opportunity to challenge yourself by supporting our culinary team in creating exceptional dishes. You'll play a key role in delivering memorable dining experiences and contributing to the smooth operation of our restaurant/café kitchen.

Candidates must be experienced who are well capable of running a fast-paced operation doing 2-3 turns for each meal period while maintaining very high food standards. They must have a stable experience of minimum 2 years in all their past roles as we are building a team for the long run. Role requires a person who can maintain a very high level of consistency in recipe execution and maintaining quality. Having experience in a Korean or Asian restaurant would be a plus but not a necessity.

Core Responsibilities

• Lead daily kitchen operations and ensure smooth workflow across all stations.
• Support the Head Chef and take charge of the kitchen in their absence.
• Supervise and guide kitchen staff including CDP, Demi and Commis
• Ensure all dishes are prepared according to brand recipes and culinary standards.
• Maintain consistency in taste, seasoning, marination, and presentation for all menu items.
• Execute Korean cooking techniques including broths, herbal cooking, noodle preparation, and fermentation.
• Conduct quality checks on food before serving to maintain premium dining standards.
• Oversee mise-en-place preparation to ensure freshness and readiness for service.
• Train staff on cooking methods, hygiene practices, and equipment handling.
• Monitor inventory levels and ensure proper storage, labelling, and stock rotation.
• Manage ordering of ingredients and support cost control by reducing wastage.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and ensure compliance with hygiene and food safety regulations.
• Conduct regular kitchen inspections to ensure organisation and equipment upkeep.
• Assist with menu development, seasonal dishes, and R&D aligned with each brand concept.
• Provide operational feedback and help improve efficiency, quality, and kitchen performance.

Job Specifications

• A diploma or degree in Hotel Management or Culinary Arts (preferred but not required).
• At least 2 to 3 years of experience in a similar role within a restaurant, café, or hospitality setting.
• Korean cuisine experience would be a plus, but not required.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Passion for creating great food and delivering exceptional service.
• Knowledge of safety and hygiene best practices, with excellent multitasking and organizational abilities.
• Flexibility to work shifts, including weekends and holidays, based on business needs.

Benefits of the role

• Staff Meal
• Annual Leave
• Overseas Training
• Medical Benefit
• Staff discount
• Birthday Voucher

INITIA GROUP is the biggest brand concept leader in Singapore & Malaysia. We have been in the beauty and F&B industry for years and are now in Art, Retail, and Photo Studios. We are a fast-paced growing company, bringing all unique and on-trend concepts. We have a lot of expansions going on and we need additional talents in our growing family.

Among our many F&B brands are:

MODU Samgyetang – Singapore's first premium Samgyetang specialty restaurant, inspired by the Korean word "모두," meaning "everyone." MODU offers a wholesome, traditional Korean dining experience focused on nutritious herbal flavors.

If you're excited about our company's vision for this position and want to start the path of becoming one of our future leaders, we'd like to hear from you.

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