No. 1 Cook - Six Furlong (Happy Valley Clubhouse)

The Department

Our Catering Department manages one of the largest and most diverse catering operations in Hong Kong. We provide a wide range of catering, sports and recreation facilities for Members and their guests in three Clubhouses. In addition, both Happy Valley and Sha Tin Racecourses have numerous catering facilities used by Members, non-members and corporate organizations for a variety of functions.

The Job

• Knowledge of the individual menu items including basic ingredients, methods of preparation, and presentation style.

• Maintain kitchen ygiene and cleanliness

• Gain basic knowledge of all outlets in the Club.

• Responsible for mis en place        

• Taste and examine food prepared for freshness and required quality

• Set up section as required by Sous Chef or CDP and to be checked by Sous Chef or CDP before service.

• Be responsible for minimising food wastage.

• Attend and comprehend all information discussed at the pre-function service briefing sessions.

• All food & beverage staff must maintain high standards of hygiene and professional grooming as required in food service. Staff must adhere to uniform standards and follow food safety protocols.

• Be punctual, efficient and above all, courteous.  Assume at all times a pleasing and helpful attitude towards each guest.  Never speak in a loud voice to other talents.

• Serve all food in a friendly and professional manner

• Be pro-actively involved in the Club’s operation keeping up-to-date with events within the Club.

• Personally ensure compliance with all relevant Workplace Health & Safety and Occupational Health & Safety rules

• Align management style, working practices and conduct

• Follow food safety program and ensure all associate have working knowledge of the program. Assist the Sous Chef in the performance of his/her duties

• Undertake any additional duties as requested by the Chef de Cuisine and Sous Chef

About You

• Minimum of 4 years’ relevant experience in prestigious hotels or restaurants

• Experience in all day dining, large-scle coffee shop and banquet food production

• Hygiene knowledge in HACCP

• Communication skills in Chinese

• Proficiency in English is an advantage

• Keep abreast of the market trends and contemporary food presentation

• Encourage consistency in producing excellent food to exceed guests expectation

• Build harmonious work and establish good relations with team members

• Communicate effectively in Chinese

• Proficiency in english is an advantage

• Working location in Happy Valley Clubhouse

Terms of employment

The level of appointment will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Need more information

If you are interested in this position related opportunities, please send your CV to Human Resources Department - Chen, Tammy at 3507 7943 or tammy.nt.chen@hkjc.org.hk for more information.

Other Details

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Personal data provided by job applicants will be used strictly in accordance with the Club's notice to employees and prospective employees relating to the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance. A copy of which will be provided immediately upon request.