Commis (Banquet) - Renaissance Johor Bahru

Job Description

The Banquet Commis supports the kitchen team in preparing, cooking, and presenting food for meetings, weddings, and other events. Typical requirements include basic culinary knowledge, food-safety awareness, good hygiene, and the ability to follow recipes and instructions accurately. Previous experience in a hotel, restaurant, or banquet kitchen is helpful, although suitable entry-level candidates may be considered. The successful candidate should be physically fit, organised, dependable, and comfortable working shifts, weekends, and public holidays. They are expected to maintain clean work areas, handle kitchen equipment safely, support chefs during busy service periods, minimise waste, and work cooperatively with colleagues while maintaining Marriott's service and quality standards.

Company Info

Renaissance Johor Bahru Hotel is part of Renaissance Hotels, a Marriott Bonvoy brand known for stylish properties, locally inspired experiences, and service designed for both business and leisure travellers. Located in Johor Bahru, the hotel is positioned in one of Malaysia's major commercial and tourism gateways, close to Singapore and the wider Iskandar Malaysia region. Hotel operations typically include guest rooms, restaurants, banquet facilities, meetings and events, and supporting departments such as housekeeping, engineering, and front office. As a Marriott-affiliated employer, the property generally provides structured operating procedures, professional training, teamwork across departments, and opportunities to build an international hospitality career. Banquet employees contribute to conferences, celebrations, weddings, and corporate functions, making flexibility, presentation, consistency, and teamwork especially important.

Destination Guide

Malaysia offers hospitality opportunities in Kuala Lumpur, Johor Bahru, Penang, Langkawi, Sabah, and Sarawak, particularly in hotels, resorts, restaurants, events, and tourism. The country combines Malay, Chinese, Indian, Indigenous, and international influences, with diverse food, festivals, and languages; English is widely used in hotels. Lifestyle costs are generally moderate, though central Kuala Lumpur, Penang, and resort islands can be more expensive. Johor Bahru is especially convenient for access to Singapore, while island destinations offer a slower, tourism-focused pace. Foreign applicants normally need an employment offer and employer-sponsored work permit before starting work. Requirements vary by nationality, salary, sector, and immigration rules, so confirm eligibility with Marriott and Malaysian authorities. Budget for housing, transport, deposits, insurance, and document fees, and verify whether staff accommodation or meals are included.