Sous Chef - Chinese Specialty

Job Description

The Sous Chef – Chinese Specialty supports the Executive Chef by managing daily operations in the Chinese kitchen, preparing authentic dishes, maintaining recipes and presentation standards, and supervising chefs and kitchen staff. Candidates are expected to have professional experience in Chinese cuisine, strong knowledge of ingredients, cooking techniques, food safety, portion control, and kitchen hygiene. A culinary qualification and experience in a luxury hotel or high-end restaurant are advantageous. The successful candidate should demonstrate leadership, creativity, organization, cost awareness, and the ability to work efficiently under pressure. Good communication, teamwork, flexibility with shifts, and a commitment to Marriott’s service and quality standards are essential.

Company Info

JW Marriott Hotel Jakarta is a luxury hotel in Jakarta, Indonesia, operating under the JW Marriott brand of Marriott International. The hotel provides upscale accommodation, Chinese and international dining, meetings and events, wellness facilities, and personalized guest services for business and leisure travelers. Marriott International is one of the world’s largest hospitality companies, with a broad portfolio of hotel brands and properties across many countries. JW Marriott emphasizes refined service, culinary quality, guest wellbeing, professional development, and consistent operating standards. Employees typically work in a multicultural environment and may receive benefits such as meals, uniforms, training, medical support, service charge eligibility, and career opportunities within the Marriott network, depending on local policy and employment terms.

Destination Guide

This role is based in Jakarta, on the island of Java, Indonesia’s main business and hospitality center. Job opportunities are strongest in hotels, restaurants, tourism, technology, finance, education, and retail, with Jakarta offering the widest range of international employers. Indonesian culture values hospitality, family, community, and respect for local customs; English is useful in hotels, while Bahasa Indonesia is important for everyday life. Jakarta has busy traffic, modern shopping and dining, lively neighborhoods, and access to cultural sites, beaches, and weekend destinations across Java. Foreign employees generally need employer sponsorship and an appropriate work permit and stay visa before starting work; requirements can change, so confirmation with the employer and Indonesian immigration authorities is essential. Relocation planning should include housing, transport, healthcare, insurance, banking, and local registration. Java also provides access to Bandung, Yogyakarta, and Bali by air or land.