Demi Chef - Chinese Kitchen

Job Description

The Demi Chef supports the Chinese Kitchen team with food preparation, cooking, plating, and maintaining consistent quality according to Ritz-Carlton standards. Candidates should have previous experience in a professional hotel or restaurant kitchen, preferably with Chinese cuisine, and understand food safety, hygiene, portion control, and kitchen procedures. Basic culinary training is advantageous. The role requires good knife skills, attention to detail, physical stamina, teamwork, and the ability to work efficiently under pressure. The successful candidate is expected to follow recipes, assist senior chefs, maintain a clean and organized workstation, control food wastage, and work flexible shifts, including weekends and public holidays.

Company Info

The Ritz-Carlton, Langkawi is a luxury beachfront resort operated under The Ritz-Carlton brand, part of Marriott International. Located on the island of Langkawi in Malaysia, the resort is known for its private bay setting, rainforest surroundings, upscale accommodation, fine dining, spa facilities, and highly personalized guest service. The Ritz-Carlton places strong emphasis on refined hospitality, attention to detail, employee professionalism, and creating memorable experiences for guests. Team members typically work in a multicultural environment and receive exposure to international hotel operations. Depending on the position and employment terms, benefits may include staff meals, uniforms, medical coverage, training, accommodation assistance, service charge, and opportunities for career development within Marriott’s global network.

Destination Guide

Langkawi is Malaysia’s main resort island and offers hospitality, culinary, housekeeping, front-office, spa, marine-tourism, and maintenance opportunities, particularly in luxury hotels and restaurants. The culture combines Malay traditions with Chinese, Indian, and international influences; modest dress and respectful behavior are appreciated outside resort areas. Lifestyle is relaxed, with beaches, rainforest, waterfalls, island-hopping, diving, and local night markets. Malaysia normally requires foreign workers to obtain an employer-sponsored work permit before starting employment, with the employer handling much of the approval process; requirements vary by nationality and role. Candidates should confirm visa rules with the employer or Malaysian authorities. Relocation costs, housing, transport, and medical benefits should be clarified in the contract. Langkawi is generally quieter than Kuala Lumpur, but imported goods and some services can be expensive.