Assistant Chef – Western Cuisine (Pizza)

About the role

KFK Food & Beverage Management is looking for an Assistant Chef to support the Head Chef in daily kitchen operations across its modern Chinese and Western restaurant concepts in Cambodia. The role focuses on preparing high‑quality Western dishes, especially pizza, while maintaining consistency, hygiene, and efficiency in a fast‑paced environment.

Key responsibilities

• Assist the Head Chef in managing daily kitchen workflow and ensuring smooth food preparation and service.
• Prepare and cook Western dishes, with a primary focus on pizza, following company recipes and quality standards.
• Maintain consistency in taste, portion size, presentation, and overall food quality.
• Support recipe development, menu updates, and process improvements.
• Supervise and guide kitchen staff to ensure efficient workflow and proper food preparation.
• Monitor ingredient freshness, proper storage, and food safety compliance.
• Assist with inventory control, stock checks, ordering, and waste minimisation.
• Ensure accurate food costing, portion control, and optimal use of kitchen supplies.
• Uphold high standards of kitchen hygiene, sanitation, and equipment maintenance.
• Help train and coach kitchen team members and resolve operational issues during peak periods.

Required profile

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality, Food & Beverage or a related field (preferred).
• 2–4 years of experience in a professional kitchen, restaurant, hotel or F&B environment.
• Strong background in Western cuisine, especially pizza preparation.
• Good knowledge of food preparation, kitchen hygiene, food safety and kitchen operations.

Required skills

• Pizza dough preparation and baking.
• Sauce preparation and topping application for pizza.
• Preparation of Western dishes such as pasta, steak, burgers, salads and grilled items.
• Food safety and hygiene practices.
• Portion control and food costing.