Executive Sous Chef

Job Description

The Executive Sous Chef supports the Executive Chef in managing kitchen operations, food quality, menu execution, cost control, hygiene, and team performance. Candidates should have substantial experience in luxury hotels or high-end restaurants, strong culinary leadership skills, and a thorough understanding of food safety, sanitation, purchasing, and kitchen financial controls. The role requires the ability to lead multicultural teams, coordinate effectively with service departments, maintain consistent standards during busy operations, and develop colleagues through coaching and training. A culinary qualification and excellent communication skills are typically expected. Flexibility, creativity, attention to detail, and a hands-on approach are essential for delivering the refined dining experience associated with The St. Regis brand.

Company Info

The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur is a luxury hotel located in the Kuala Lumpur Sentral district, one of the city’s main business, transport, and lifestyle hubs. It is part of St. Regis Hotels & Resorts, the luxury hospitality brand operated by Marriott International. The hotel offers refined accommodation, restaurants and bars, meeting facilities, wellness services, and personalized butler-style hospitality. St. Regis properties are known for elegant design, attentive service, signature rituals, and high culinary standards. As a Marriott-managed property, employees may benefit from structured training, international career opportunities, hotel discounts, and exposure to global operating practices. The Kuala Lumpur team serves leisure travelers, corporate guests, VIPs, and event groups, making the hotel a demanding but rewarding environment for experienced hospitality professionals.

Destination Guide

Malaysia offers varied hospitality opportunities in Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Langkawi, Sabah, Sarawak, and other resort destinations. Executive chefs and culinary managers are in demand at luxury hotels, international brands, restaurants, resorts, and large event venues. The culture is multicultural, with Malay, Chinese, Indian, and Indigenous influences reflected in food, festivals, language, and daily life. Kuala Lumpur provides modern urban living, excellent transport, shopping, and international dining, while island destinations offer a slower lifestyle, beaches, diving, and nature. Foreign employees generally need an employment pass sponsored by their employer, with approval handled through Malaysian immigration authorities. Relocation commonly involves securing accommodation, medical coverage, banking, and local registration. Costs are moderate compared with many global cities, although central Kuala Lumpur housing can be expensive. Malaysia’s tropical climate is warm and humid throughout the year.