No. 1 Cook (Oriental Food) (Racecourses)

Sits within the Catering Department, which manages one of Hong Kong's largest and most diverse catering operations across three Clubhouses and the Happy Valley and Sha Tin Racecourses. The position supports kitchen operations by maintaining cleanliness, order, stock rotation and daily mise en place, preparing food for next-day service, and delivering prompt, top-class guest service. It also involves coaching cooks, monitoring food safety, minimising waste, and complying with workplace health and safety rules and Club values.

• Check all parts of the kitchen, including pot and dish wash areas, for cleanliness, order, and correct storage and stock rotation.
• Ensure adequate preparation for the next day, including sauces, stocks, and fish.
• Check and control daily mise en place according to the supervisor.
• Ensure smooth, prompt, and top-class service to guests.
• Assist in making food requisitions in a timely manner.
• Troubleshoot issues that may arise in the kitchen and report any unresolved problems to the supervisor.
• Be responsible for basic on-the-job training, coaching, and development of cooks.
• Taste and examine food prepared, making necessary adjustments and replenishing food when necessary.
• Be responsible for minimising food wastage.
• Anticipate guests' needs through observation and offer prompt, efficient service either personally or through effective communication with colleagues.
• Follow the food safety programme and ensure all associates have a working knowledge of the programme.
• Assist the supervisor in the performance of their duties.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant Workplace Health and Safety and Occupational Health and Safety rules.
• Align management style, working practices, and conduct with HKJC values and policies.
• Undertake any additional duties as requested by the supervisor.

• At least F.3 standard.
• 6 years' relevant experience in a leading hotel or large catering establishment, including two years in a similar position.
• Solid hygiene knowledge in HACCP.
• Multi-skilled with thorough knowledge of all club food venues and menus.

• Catering facilities at three Clubhouses.
• Catering facilities at Happy Valley and Sha Tin Racecourses.

• Competitive benefits package
• Dynamic working environment
• Development opportunities

We are an equal opportunity employer and strive to create an inclusive workplace for all.