Johan Sebastian-Chee

Johan Sebastian-Chee

  • Teaching Fellow
Department of Culinary and Food Studies
  • School of Hospitality and Tourism Management
SDGs Focus

Biography

Johan Sebastian-Chee is an accomplished culinary professional and licensed tertiary educator with over 20 years of combined experience in the culinary industry and academia. Classically trained yet adaptive to modern techniques, he is passionate about culinary education and dedicated to shaping the next generation of professionals with invaluable real-world insight. Beyond the classroom, Johan has collaborated with the Barilla Foundation, contributing recipes and initiatives that promote sustainable gastronomy and reduce environmental impact — advancing a more responsible and resilient global food system.

Academic & Professional Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Culinary Management (First Class Honours) - Culinary Operations, KDU University College, Malaysia (2018)
  • IMI Diploma in Professional Chef Training (Distinction) - KDU College (PG), Malaysia (2006)

Research Interests

  • Food System
  • Gastronomy
  • Recipe Development

Teaching Areas

  • Kitchen Operations
  • French Cuisine
  • Meat Fabrication
  • Charcuterie

Courses Taught

  • Culinary Kitchen Operations
  • Basic Culinary Operations

Achievements & Accolades

Projects:

  1. Recipe Contributor - A One Health Approach to Food: The Double Pyramid, Connecting Food Culture, Health & the Climate (2021).
  2. Recipe Developer - Recipes from the World (2022).  

Achievements:

  1. FHM Culinaire Malaysia (2017) - Gold & Silver Medalist (Individual Main Course)