Chef de Cuisine (Chinese Kitchen) - Renaissance Johor Bahru

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The Chef de Cuisine leads the Chinese kitchen at Renaissance Johor Bahru, overseeing menu execution, food quality, kitchen operations, cost control, hygiene and team performance. Candidates should have substantial experience in Chinese cuisine, preferably in an upscale hotel or high-volume restaurant, with strong knowledge of Cantonese, Sichuan or regional cooking techniques. The role requires leadership, menu-planning and staff-training skills, along with food-safety certification and the ability to manage purchasing, inventory and kitchen budgets. The successful candidate is expected to maintain Marriott standards, deliver consistent and creative dishes, work efficiently under pressure and collaborate with other hotel departments. Fluency in English is normally expected; Mandarin or Malay would be advantageous.

About the employer

Renaissance Johor Bahru Hotel is an upscale Marriott International property serving business and leisure travellers in Johor Bahru, Malaysia. Renaissance Hotels are designed around local discovery, combining full-service accommodation with distinctive dining, meetings and event facilities. The hotel is positioned near major commercial areas and offers access to Johor Bahru’s shopping, entertainment and cross-border connections to Singapore. Its food-and-beverage operations typically include restaurants, banquet services, lounges and catering, creating opportunities for experienced culinary professionals. As part of Marriott International, the property follows established standards for guest service, food safety, associate development and operational performance. Employees may also benefit from Marriott’s international culture, structured training and potential career mobility across the group. The hotel’s Chinese kitchen plays an important role in delivering authentic, high-quality dining for local guests, hotel residents, corporate functions and celebrations.