Japanese Halal Restaurant jobs in Damansara Utama

Imagine what you could do here at Lee’s Frozen Food, where fresh ideas rise into extraordinary products that champion food equality for every Malaysian. Lee’s was born in 1962 when a couple welcomed their communities to their Kuala Lumpur shop, and has since grown to welcome over millions of customers in multiple countries in South East Asia. Every day, our leeders (don’t just manage daily operations) – they create a kind of wonder that transform how communities access affordable to good food at great price. Join Lee’s, and help us leave the world tastier and more equitable than we found it.

Mission Food Equality requirements

• Putting customer first by thinking and acting as a customer and working backwards to create the best customer experience
• Ability to work under conditions of uncertainty in a fast growth, sometimes ever changing and complex environment and comfortable acting with minimal planning, direction, and supervision.
• Seasoned and strategic multitasker, with a hands-on approach and outside-the-box mentality.
• Fast executor and learner, with strong commitments focus on deriving results

To ensure the company’s products, processes, premises, and documentation comply with Malaysian Halal certification requirements as per JAKIM standards. The Halal Executive will play a key role in maintaining the company’s Halal certification, liaising with certification bodies, and ensuring Halal integrity throughout the supply chain.

Key Responsibilities:

Halal Compliance & Certification

• Ensure all products, ingredients, and processes comply with the Manual Prosedur Pensijilan Halal Malaysia (MPPHM) and Standards Malaysia (MS 1500).
• Coordinate new Halal certification applications, renewals, and extensions with JAKIM / JAIN / other recognised bodies.
• Maintain and update the Halal Assurance System (HAS) and related documentation.

Internal Audits & Inspections

• Conduct internal Halal audits and prepare for external audits from certification authorities.
• Monitor and inspect Halal compliance in production lines, storage, transportation, and handling procedures.
• Address non-compliance issues and propose corrective action plans.

Liaison & Documentation

• Serve as the key liaison officer with Halal authorities, suppliers, and internal departments.
• Manage all Halal-related documentation, including Halal certificates from suppliers, ingredient specifications, and Sijil Halal Malaysia.
• Prepare Halal files for inspection and keep them up to date.

Training & Awareness

• Organise and conduct Halal awareness training and refresher courses for staff.
• Promote understanding of Halal requirements across all relevant departments.

Product Development Support

• Review and approve new ingredients and formulations from a Halal perspective before launch.
• Work closely with R&D and procurement teams to ensure all ingredients and raw materials are Halal-certified.

Requirements:

• Diploma/Degree in Halal Management, Shariah, Food Science, Biotechnology, or a related field.
• Halal Executive Certificate (CHE) by INHART/USIM/JAKIM-approved body is an added advantage.
• Minimum 1–3 years of experience in Halal compliance or Halal assurance, preferably in an FMCG, F&B, or manufacturing industry.
• Strong knowledge of MS 1500, MPPHM, and Halal industry standards.
• Familiarity with ISO/HACCP/GMP will be advantageous.
• Good command of Bahasa Malaysia and English (both written and spoken).
• Meticulous, organized, and able to manage documentation efficiently.
• Able to work independently and liaise with JAKIM/JAIN effectively.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: RM3,000.00 - RM3,500.00 per month

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Health insurance
• Opportunities for promotion
• Professional development

Application Question(s):

• Do you hold a Certificate in Halal Executive (CHE) from INHART/USIM or a JAKIM-recognised body?
• How many years of experience do you have in Halal assurance or Halal compliance?
• Are you familiar with the following Halal standards and guidelines?
• Have you ever handled a new Halal certification application or renewal with JAKIM ?
• Have you conducted or participated in any internal Halal audits or external audit preparations?
• Are you proficient in managing Halal documentation (e.g., supplier certificates, Halal files, audit reports)?
• How much is your Current Salary?
• How much is your expected salary?
• How long is your Notice period?

Work Location: In person