Commis III

Role summary

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The Commis III supports chefs with food preparation, basic cooking, plating, and maintaining clean, organized kitchen areas. Candidates should have basic culinary training or relevant kitchen experience, a willingness to learn, good hygiene practices, and the ability to follow recipes and food-safety procedures. The role requires teamwork, attention to detail, physical stamina, and flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays. The successful candidate is expected to work efficiently in a busy hotel kitchen, follow instructions, handle ingredients safely, minimize waste, and maintain Marriott and Le Méridien service standards.

About the employer

Le Méridien Kota Kinabalu is an upscale Marriott International hotel located near the city’s waterfront and central business district in Sabah, Malaysia. The property serves leisure travelers, business guests, groups, and event customers, offering accommodation, dining, meeting facilities, and hospitality services influenced by Le Méridien’s modern European character. As part of Marriott International, the hotel operates within a global network known for structured training, service standards, internal career opportunities, and employee benefits. A Commis III typically works in one of the hotel’s kitchens, supporting daily restaurant, banquet, and room-service operations. The hotel’s location in Kota Kinabalu provides exposure to Malaysian, Asian, and international cuisine while serving a diverse range of guests.

Working in Malaysia

Malaysia offers varied hospitality opportunities across Sabah, Sarawak, Peninsular Malaysia, and islands such as Langkawi, Penang, and Tioman. Kota Kinabalu is a practical base for hotel, resort, restaurant, tourism, diving, and event work, with access to beaches, islands, and Mount Kinabalu. Local culture combines Malay, Chinese, Indigenous, and other communities, and respectful dress and behavior are valued. Lifestyle costs are generally lower than in Kuala Lumpur, although accommodation near major resorts can be expensive. Foreign workers normally need an employer-sponsored employment pass or work permit and should not begin work before approval. Employers commonly assist with documentation, accommodation, transport, meals, or relocation details, but packages vary. Applicants should confirm visa eligibility, contract terms, service charges, working hours, and housing before relocating.