Chef de Partie

Job Description

The Chef de Partie is responsible for managing an assigned kitchen section, preparing dishes to Sheraton and Marriott standards, maintaining consistent quality, and supporting smooth food production during busy service periods. Candidates should have professional culinary training or relevant kitchen experience, good knowledge of food preparation, hygiene, sanitation, and basic food safety procedures. The role requires teamwork, discipline, attention to detail, stamina, and flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays. The successful candidate is expected to follow recipes and portion controls, maintain clean workstations, reduce waste, communicate effectively with colleagues, and comply with hotel policies and Malaysian employment requirements.

Company Info

Sheraton Kuching Hotel is a full-service international hotel in Kuching, Sarawak, operated under the Sheraton brand of Marriott International. The hotel serves business travellers, tourists, groups, weddings, and corporate events, with guest rooms, restaurants, meeting facilities, and leisure services. As part of Marriott International, it follows established global standards for hospitality, guest service, food safety, training, and employee conduct. Kuching provides a diverse working environment influenced by Sarawakian, Malay, Chinese, Indian, and indigenous cultures. Employees may benefit from structured hotel operations, professional development opportunities, staff meals or uniforms, and other benefits depending on the employment contract. Kitchen employees typically work in a fast-paced, multicultural setting where consistency, teamwork, cleanliness, and reliable service are highly valued.

Destination Guide

Malaysia offers hospitality opportunities in hotels, resorts, restaurants, cruise operations, and tourism businesses, especially in Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Langkawi, Sabah, and Sarawak. Kuching is on Malaysian Borneo and offers a relaxed lifestyle, lower living costs than Kuala Lumpur, diverse food, nature, and access to islands and national parks. Local culture is welcoming and multicultural, with Malay, Chinese, Indian, and indigenous traditions; modest, respectful behaviour is appreciated. Employees should confirm whether accommodation, meals, transport, medical coverage, and service charge are included. Foreign workers generally need an employer-sponsored work permit, and they must not begin work before the appropriate approval and pass are issued. Requirements can vary by nationality and role, so candidates should verify details with Marriott, the Malaysian Immigration Department, or their embassy. A valid passport, medical checks, certified documents, and a written employment contract are commonly required.