No. 1 Cook - Derby (Happy Valley Clubhouse)

The Hong Kong Jockey Club

Founded in 1884, The Hong Kong Jockey Club ("the Club") is a world-class racing club that acts continuously for the betterment of our society. The Club has a unique integrated business model, comprising racing and racecourse entertainment, a membership club, responsible sports wagering and lottery, and charities and community contribution.

Through this model, the Club generates economic and social value for the community and supports the HKSAR Government in combatting illegal gambling.

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

• Be conversant with the individual menu items including basic ingredients, methods of preparation, and presentation style.
• Maintain kitchen hygiene and cleanliness
• Gain basic knowledge of all outlets in the Club.
• Be 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.
• Be aware that personal appearance is an important requirement. Grooming for food & beverage attendants should be fastidious. The goal is to present a healthy, professional and natural appearance in both uniform and personal appearance.
• 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.
• Perform any other related duties as and when assigned by Chef de Cuisine or Sous Chef
• Maintaining sustainable improvements in resource efficiency without compromising product and service quality
• Proactively sourcing new recruits in the market

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
• Proficiency in English is an advantage

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We offer competitive salary and benefits packages, dynamic working environment and development opportunities.

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Equal Opportunity and Inclusive Hiring

We are an equal opportunity employer and strive to create an inclusive workplace for all. Applicants from diverse backgrounds are welcomed to apply.

If you have any special needs or require accommodations during the interview process, please e-mail us via careers@hkjc.org.hk. Personal data provided by job applicants will be used strictly in accordance with the Club's notice to employees and job applicants relating to the Personal Data