JOB DETAILS

Executive Sous Chef

CompanyMinor International
LocationKota Kinabalu
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJanuary 12, 2026
About The Company
Minor Hotels is a global hospitality leader with over 560 hotels and resorts across six continents, a diverse portfolio of F&B businesses and a selection of luxury transportation services. With over four decades of experience, we build stronger brands, foster lasting partnerships, and drive business success by staying focused on what matters most to our guests, team members and partners. Our diverse hotel brands - from the luxury of Anantara and Tivoli to the vibrant style of Avani and nhow - bring our guests to the most desirable hotel and resort destinations around the world. We also own a collection of related hospitality businesses, including luxury residences, private jets, restaurants and bars, spa and wellness, and river cruises and rail journeys. #MinorHotels
About the Role

Company Description

Contemporary, relaxed and imaginative. Be it a leisurely family break or romantic escape, AVANI Hotels & Resorts provides the right space for guests who value the details that matter.

Job Description

As an Executive Sous Chef you will be second in command and report directly to the Executive Chef. As such you must be intimately familiar with all the activities involved in kitchen operations and be prepared to step in and cover all eventualities if called upon. You will need to be able to prepare and cook a wide range of international dishes, including French, Italian, and fusion cooking.

The Executive Sous Chef is also responsible for overseeing the kitchen team members, which will involve preparing, scheduling and delivering training, managing team member performance, ensuring that the kitchen safety standards are up to date and that team members are complying with health, safety and sanitation rules. Additionally you will help with menu planning, inventory control, and supply management.

Qualifications

• College degree in Hotel Management or related culinary degree
• At least 3 years of industry and culinary management experience
• Previous experience training team members in large quantity food preparation.
• Excellent knowledge of quality food operations.
• Passion for leadership and teamwork
• Eye for detail to achieve operational excellence
• Excellent guest service skills

  • Company Location: Avani Kota Kinabalu Hotel
  • Key Skills
    Culinary ManagementTeam LeadershipFood PreparationMenu PlanningInventory ControlHealth StandardsSafety ComplianceGuest ServiceTrainingAttention to DetailInternational CuisineFusion CookingPerformance ManagementSchedulingOperational Excellence
    Categories
    HospitalityFood & BeverageManagement & Leadership
    Job Information
    📋Core Responsibilities
    As an Executive Sous Chef, you will oversee kitchen operations and manage the kitchen team. You will also be involved in menu planning, inventory control, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
    📋Job Type
    full time
    📊Experience Level
    2-5
    💼Company Size
    23773
    📊Visa Sponsorship
    No
    💼Language
    English
    🏢Working Hours
    40 hours
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