Demi Chef - M Club

Role summary

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The Demi Chef supports the kitchen team in preparing and presenting food for the M Club lounge and related hotel operations. Requirements typically include culinary training or relevant kitchen experience, basic knowledge of food preparation, hygiene and HACCP standards, and the ability to follow recipes and portion controls. The candidate is expected to maintain consistent food quality, work efficiently during busy service periods, keep the workstation clean, reduce waste, and follow Marriott’s safety and service standards. Good teamwork, discipline, attention to detail, flexibility with shifts, and a willingness to learn are important. Experience in a hotel, club lounge, or high-volume food operation is advantageous.

About the employer

Marriott International is one of the world’s largest hospitality companies, operating a broad portfolio of hotels and resorts across numerous countries. Its brands include Marriott Hotels, Sheraton, Westin, Ritz-Carlton, W Hotels, St. Regis, and many others. Petaling Jaya Marriott Hotel is a full-service property in Selangor, Malaysia, serving business travellers, leisure guests, meetings, events, restaurants, and executive-lounge customers. Marriott places strong emphasis on guest service, operational standards, employee development, inclusion, and career mobility across its global network. A Demi Chef at the hotel works within a professional culinary team and may gain experience in food production, buffet and lounge service, menu execution, food safety, and large-scale hospitality operations.

Working in Malaysia

Malaysia offers hospitality opportunities in Kuala Lumpur and Selangor, as well as island and resort destinations such as Langkawi, Penang, and Kota Kinabalu. Roles are available in hotels, restaurants, resorts, tourism, events, and food production. The culture is multicultural, with Malay, Chinese, Indian, Indigenous, and international influences; English is widely used in tourism and hotels. Lifestyle costs are generally moderate, although central Kuala Lumpur and resort areas can be more expensive. Employees should expect tropical weather, diverse food, public transport in major cities, and a generally welcoming environment. Foreign workers normally need an employer-sponsored employment pass or relevant work permit, and must not begin work before approval. Relocation planning should include accommodation, transport, medical coverage, banking, and document verification. Petaling Jaya is urban rather than an island, but it provides convenient access to Kuala Lumpur and major transport links.