Commis

Role summary

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The Commis supports chefs with food preparation, cooking, plating and maintaining clean, safe kitchen areas. Typical requirements include basic culinary training or relevant kitchen experience, food-safety awareness and the ability to follow recipes and instructions accurately. Candidates should be physically fit, organised, reliable and willing to work shifts, weekends and public holidays. A positive attitude, teamwork, attention to detail and eagerness to learn are important. Experience in a hotel, restaurant or high-volume kitchen is helpful, while hospitality qualifications may be preferred. The role may involve preparing ingredients, storing food correctly, cleaning equipment and assisting different kitchen sections as required.

About the employer

Shangri-La is a leading luxury hospitality group founded in Asia and recognised for its hotels, resorts and city properties worldwide. The group operates across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America and other international destinations under the Shangri-La, Kerry, JEN and Traders brands. Its properties are known for attentive service, high accommodation standards, restaurants, wellness facilities and distinctive local experiences. Shangri-La places strong emphasis on guest satisfaction, employee development, cultural awareness and professional hospitality practices. In Malaysia, the company operates well-known hotels and resorts, including properties in Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Sabah and other destinations. Employees may benefit from structured training, international service standards, staff meals, accommodation or transport depending on the property, and opportunities to progress within the wider hotel group.

Working in Malaysia

Malaysia offers varied hospitality opportunities on islands and coastal destinations such as Penang, Langkawi, Pangkor and parts of Sabah. Jobs are available in hotels, restaurants, resorts, spas, tourism services and events, with stronger hiring during peak holiday periods. Malaysian culture is multicultural, with Malay, Chinese, Indian and Indigenous influences; English is widely used in tourism, while Malay is the national language. Island life is generally relaxed, warm and community-oriented, with beaches, nature, seafood and outdoor activities, although transport and living costs can vary. Foreign workers normally need an employer-sponsored work permit and must not begin employment before approval. Employers usually guide medical checks, immigration procedures and accommodation arrangements. Candidates should verify contract terms, service charges, housing, transport, insurance and visa sponsorship before relocating. Weather is tropical, with monsoon conditions affecting some islands seasonally.