Junior Sous Chef (Chinese Banquet)

Job Description

The Junior Sous Chef (Chinese Banquet) supports the Chinese Banquet Sous Chef in preparing and delivering high-quality Chinese cuisine for weddings, conferences, and other events. Requirements typically include professional culinary training, several years of experience in Chinese cuisine or banquet operations, strong knowledge of food preparation, presentation, hygiene, and kitchen safety. Cantonese, Chinese banquet, or dim sum experience is advantageous. The candidate is expected to supervise kitchen colleagues, maintain consistent food quality, manage preparation and service during busy events, control waste and costs, follow Marriott standards, and work flexibly across shifts, weekends, and public holidays. Leadership, teamwork, organization, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are essential.

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 travelers, business guests, and groups, with accommodation, restaurants, banquet facilities, meeting spaces, and wellness services. As part of the Le Méridien brand, it combines contemporary European-inspired design with local culture and destination-focused experiences. The hotel’s culinary operations support daily dining as well as weddings, conferences, celebrations, and other large events, creating opportunities for chefs with banquet expertise. Marriott International is one of the world’s largest hospitality companies, operating a broad portfolio of hotels and resorts worldwide. Employees generally work within structured service, food-safety, training, and guest-experience standards, while gaining exposure to international hospitality practices and potential career progression across Marriott properties.

Destination Guide

Kota Kinabalu is the gateway to Sabah on Malaysian Borneo, with easy access to beaches, islands, rainforest, and Mount Kinabalu. Hospitality, tourism, food and beverage, aviation, retail, and marine activities provide many job opportunities, especially in hotels and resorts. Sabah’s culture blends Indigenous communities, Malay, Chinese, and other influences, with friendly local customs and a strong food tradition. Lifestyle is generally relaxed and outdoors-oriented, although city living offers shopping, hospitals, restaurants, and modern services. Living costs are usually lower than in Kuala Lumpur, though central accommodation can be expensive. Foreign employees normally need an Employment Pass or relevant work authorization, which the hiring company must sponsor and arrange before employment begins. Candidates should confirm salary, accommodation, meals, insurance, transport, relocation support, and contract conditions before moving. English is widely used in hotels; Malay is useful for daily life.