Demi Chef

Role summary

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The Demi Chef supports the kitchen team with daily food preparation, cooking, plating and service according to Marriott standards. Candidates are generally expected to have culinary training or previous experience in a hotel, restaurant or similar professional kitchen. Good knowledge of food safety, hygiene, portion control and basic cooking techniques is important. The role requires teamwork, discipline, attention to detail and the ability to work efficiently during busy service periods. Flexibility to work shifts, weekends and public holidays is normally required. The successful candidate should maintain clean work areas, follow recipes and instructions, control wastage and support senior chefs while consistently delivering safe, attractive and high-quality dishes.

About the employer

Courtyard by Marriott Penang is a contemporary Marriott-branded hotel located in George Town, Penang, Malaysia. It serves business and leisure travellers with comfortable accommodation, dining facilities, meeting spaces and services suited to both short and extended stays. As part of Marriott International, the hotel operates within a global hospitality network known for structured training, international service standards and career opportunities across many destinations. Employees typically work in a multicultural environment and may receive benefits such as staff meals, uniform support, training, discounts at participating Marriott properties and service-charge participation, depending on the employment package. The hotel’s kitchen team supports restaurant operations, events and guest services, making the Demi Chef role suitable for a developing culinary professional seeking experience in an international hotel setting.

Working in Malaysia

Penang is one of Malaysia’s best-known island destinations and offers hospitality opportunities in hotels, restaurants, resorts, cafés and tourism businesses. George Town is famous for its UNESCO-listed heritage, street food, temples, festivals and multicultural communities, with Malay, Chinese, Indian and international influences. Life is generally relaxed and affordable compared with Kuala Lumpur, although rents in popular areas can be higher. Public buses, taxis and ride-hailing services make commuting practical, while beaches and nature areas provide easy leisure options. Foreign workers normally need a valid employment pass or work permit arranged and sponsored by the employer before starting work; requirements depend on nationality and role. Applicants should confirm accommodation, meals, medical coverage, service charge, contract terms and permit responsibilities before accepting an offer. Penang’s warm tropical climate means year-round heat, humidity and heavy rain during monsoon periods.