Chef de Partie

Job Description

The Chef de Partie is responsible for managing an assigned kitchen section, preparing and cooking food to Le Méridien and Marriott standards, and maintaining consistent quality, presentation, and portion control. Candidates are generally expected to have culinary training and previous experience in a professional hotel or restaurant kitchen. Good knowledge of food preparation, hygiene, HACCP practices, kitchen safety, and basic stock control is required. The role calls for teamwork, discipline, creativity, and the ability to work efficiently during busy service periods. Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays is essential. Candidates should be physically fit, organized, willing to follow instructions, and committed to maintaining a clean and well-equipped workstation.

Company Info

Le Méridien Kota Kinabalu is an upscale hotel located on the Sabah waterfront in Malaysia. It operates under the Le Méridien brand, part of Marriott International, one of the world’s largest hospitality companies. The hotel serves business and leisure travellers and typically offers guest rooms, restaurants, meeting facilities, wellness services, and event spaces. Its location provides convenient access to Kota Kinabalu’s waterfront, markets, shopping areas, and transport links. As a Marriott property, it generally follows international standards for guest service, food safety, staff training, and operational performance. Working there can provide hospitality professionals with exposure to a multicultural workplace, structured hotel systems, and opportunities to develop within Marriott’s global network.

Destination Guide

Malaysia offers hospitality opportunities across Langkawi, Penang, Sabah, Sarawak, and coastal resort destinations. In Kota Kinabalu, tourism, hotels, restaurants, diving, events, and transport services are important sources of employment. Malaysia’s culture is multicultural, with Malay, Chinese, Indian, Indigenous, and international influences reflected in food, festivals, religion, and daily life. The lifestyle is generally warm and relaxed, although urban areas can be busy; living costs are usually lower than in Singapore or many Western countries. Employees should confirm whether accommodation, meals, transport, insurance, and service charge are included in the offer. Foreign workers normally require employer sponsorship and the appropriate employment pass or work permit before starting work. Requirements vary by nationality and role, so applicants should check current Malaysian immigration rules and ensure their passport, medical documents, qualifications, and employment contract are in order before relocating.