Chef de Cuisine (North Indian Cuisine Specialty)

Job Description

The Chef de Cuisine will lead the North Indian kitchen operation at Le Méridien Kota Kinabalu, overseeing menus, preparation, presentation, food quality, hygiene, purchasing, inventory and cost control. Candidates should have professional culinary training and substantial experience preparing authentic North Indian cuisine in an upscale hotel or restaurant. Strong knowledge of spices, regional cooking techniques, food safety standards and kitchen leadership is expected. The successful candidate should be creative, organized and able to train and motivate a multicultural team while maintaining consistent standards during busy service periods. Good communication, supervisory ability and flexibility with shifts, weekends and holidays are essential. Experience with Marriott or other international hospitality brands would be advantageous.

Company Info

Le Méridien Kota Kinabalu is an upscale Marriott International hotel located on the waterfront in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia. The property serves leisure and business travellers and offers guest rooms, restaurants, bars, meeting facilities, wellness services and views across the South China Sea. Le Méridien is known for its European-inspired design, contemporary dining, art, culture and distinctive guest experiences. As part of Marriott International, the hotel operates within a global hospitality network with structured service standards, training opportunities and career mobility across many countries. Its culinary team supports several dining concepts and caters to hotel guests, local diners, meetings, weddings and other events. Employees generally work in a multicultural environment where teamwork, guest satisfaction, food safety and operational consistency are important.

Destination Guide

Kota Kinabalu is the capital of Sabah on Malaysian Borneo, a coastal destination with access to islands, beaches, rainforests and Mount Kinabalu. Hospitality jobs are common in hotels, resorts, restaurants, tourism, diving and events, while opportunities also exist in retail, education, healthcare and business services. Sabah culture combines Malay, Chinese and many Indigenous traditions, with friendly communities, local markets and varied food. Life is generally relaxed and less expensive than Kuala Lumpur, although imported goods and central accommodation can cost more. Popular activities include island trips, snorkeling, diving, hiking and visiting cultural villages. Foreign employees normally need an employer-sponsored Employment Pass or relevant work authorization before starting work; the employer typically handles approval through Malaysian immigration authorities. Candidates should confirm salary, accommodation, meals, insurance, flights, tax and relocation support in the offer.