Chef de Partie - Chinese Banquet

Job Description

The Chef de Partie – Chinese Banquet is responsible for preparing and presenting Chinese cuisine for banquets and hotel dining operations. Requirements typically include professional kitchen experience, preferably in Chinese cuisine or large-scale banquet service, knowledge of food hygiene and kitchen safety, and the ability to follow recipes, portion standards, and presentation guidelines. The successful candidate should be organised, reliable, physically fit, and able to work efficiently under pressure. Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays is expected. Duties may include supervising assigned kitchen sections, maintaining quality and consistency, controlling food waste, supporting junior team members, and keeping the workstation clean and compliant with Marriott standards.

Company Info

Courtyard by Marriott Penang is a contemporary full-service hotel operating under Courtyard by Marriott, one of Marriott International’s globally recognised hotel brands. Located in Penang, the property serves business and leisure travellers and provides accommodation, dining, meeting, and event facilities. Its food and beverage operations commonly support restaurant service, banquets, conferences, and private functions, creating opportunities for culinary professionals with experience in high-volume hotel kitchens. Marriott is known for structured operating standards, guest-service training, career development programmes, and international hospitality practices. Employees may receive benefits such as staff meals, uniform support, training, service charge, and hotel-related discounts, subject to the property’s policies and employment package. Exact benefits, working hours, and conditions should be confirmed directly with the hiring team.

Destination Guide

Penang Island is one of Malaysia’s best-known destinations for hospitality, tourism, food, healthcare, education, and technology jobs. George Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, combines colonial architecture, Chinese, Malay and Indian traditions, lively markets, temples, festivals, and a famous street-food culture. The lifestyle is generally relaxed, with beaches, hills, shopping areas, cafés, and good public transport, although traffic can be busy. Rental costs vary by area, with shared accommodation usually more affordable than central apartments. Foreign nationals need an employment pass or other approved work authorisation; the hiring hotel normally sponsors and submits the application, and employees should not begin work before approval. Relocating candidates should budget for deposits, transport, medical checks, and initial living expenses. English is widely used in hotels, while Malay, Mandarin, and local dialects are valuable advantages.