Kitchen Coordinator - Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

Job Description

The Kitchen Coordinator supports the culinary department by coordinating kitchen administration, schedules, supplies, records, communications, and daily operational requirements. Candidates should have strong organizational and communication skills, basic computer proficiency, attention to detail, and experience in a hotel, restaurant, or food-and-beverage environment. Knowledge of kitchen procedures, hygiene standards, inventory control, and workplace safety is beneficial. The successful candidate is expected to work efficiently in a fast-paced hospitality setting, maintain accurate documentation, coordinate effectively with chefs and other departments, and follow Marriott and local food-safety standards. Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays is normally required.

Company Info

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu is a Marriott International hotel located in Sabah, Malaysian Borneo. Sheraton is a globally recognized full-service hotel brand serving business and leisure travelers through comfortable accommodation, restaurants, event facilities, wellness services, and guest-focused hospitality. The Kota Kinabalu property operates within Marriott’s international network and follows the group’s standards for service, safety, training, and professional development. Employees typically work in a multicultural environment with opportunities to collaborate across hotel departments and gain experience in a major international hospitality organization. The hotel benefits from its location near Kota Kinabalu’s waterfront, shopping areas, cultural attractions, and gateways to Sabah’s islands and nature destinations. Responsibilities, benefits, and career progression depend on the specific employment contract and local hotel policies.

Destination Guide

Malaysia offers varied opportunities in hotels, resorts, restaurants, tourism, retail, technology, healthcare, and education. Kota Kinabalu, on Borneo, is known for a relaxed coastal lifestyle, diverse food, nearby islands, and access to beaches, Mount Kinabalu, and marine parks. Malaysian culture blends Malay, Chinese, Indian, Indigenous, and international influences, with English commonly used in business and tourism. Living costs are generally moderate, although central accommodation and imported goods can be expensive. Foreign workers normally need an employer-sponsored employment pass or other approved work authorization before starting work; requirements vary by nationality, role, salary, and sector. Employers usually assist with applications, but candidates should confirm visa, medical, tax, and document requirements with Malaysian authorities. Secure accommodation, health insurance, transport, and emergency contacts before relocating.