Chef / Barista / Bartender

gróa; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 178,000 - 213,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

MPF

Staff meals

Annual leave

Birthday leave

Bonus

Training

Referral bonus

Discount

Job summary

gróa in Repulse Bay is seeking a passionate junior chef and barista to join our dynamic team. You will prepare, cook and serve fresh food and espresso-based beverages, maintain your section, and contribute to a welcoming guest experience. Ideal candidates have 1–2 years in F&B, a love for coffee and beverages, strong English, and flexibility.

HK eligibility is required; immediate availability preferred. We offer a monthly salary around 17.5k HKD, staff meals, leave, MPF, and a friendly,

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of work experience in F&B industry.
• Passion for making and cooking food.
• Strong beverage knowledge and willingness to run beverage workflows.
• Customer service oriented with attention to detail and problem solving.
• Knowledge of coffee, wines, spirits and cocktails is a plus.
• Certifications in barista training, bartending or mixology is a huge plus.
• Fluent in written and spoken English; fluency in Cantonese and Mandarin is a plus.
• Eligible to work in Hong Kong.

Responsibilities

• Food preparation and kitchen operations.
• Set up the kitchen with cooking utensils and equipment.
• Ensure food products are produced and served in a professional manner.
• Upkeep and maintain the restaurant’s cuisine quality.
• Assist in preparing and serving espresso-based beverages and other drinks on the groá menu.
• Check freshness of ingredients and minimize food wastage.
• Clean and maintain coffee and bar tools, glassware, and workspaces to the highest hygiene standard.
• Assist in other ad hoc tasks or projects as assigned.
• Cooperate with the FOH team for smooth and efficient service.
• Uphold brand standards, maintaining a positive attitude for a memorable guest experience.
• Offer friendly, courteous, and professional service to our guests.
• Ensure punctuality and reliability for all scheduled shifts.

Skills

F&B Experience

Barista skills

Customer service

Coffee knowledge

English proficiency

Cantonese/Mandarin

Job description

We are gróa, a new coastal casual enoteca overlooking the picturesque Repulse Bay - serving up a homey neighbourhood menu with a twist. Our offering spotlights fresh ingredients, local produce, house doughs and ferments, alongside a seasonal wine list of little-known gems. We are now looking for a passionate junior chef and barista to join our young and dynamic team.

If you have a passion for the craftsmanship of food and beverages, love creating a memorable and welcoming atmosphere for our guests, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we’d love to meet you.

Job Highlights

• Prepare, serve and innovate fresh and high quality food and drinks
• Responsible for maintaining own section and ensure smooth service and operations
• 17,500+ HKD salary a month + split of service post probation
• 7 day offs a month (5.5 / 5 day week in rotation)
• Annual leave and birthday leave
• Staff meals included
• MPF included
• Transport subsidy negotiable based on residential location
• Opportunity to become the main barista of a fun eatery
• Must have eligibility to work in HK
• Immediate availability preferred

Job Description

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Food preparation and kitchen operations
• Set up the kitchen with cooking utensils and equipment
• Ensure food products and produced and served in a professional manner
• Upkeep and maintain the unique and exceptional quality of the restaurant’s cuisine
• Support in preparing and serving high quality espresso-based beverage plus all beverages served on the groá menu
• Check freshness of ingredients and miminise food wastage
• Clean and maintain coffee and bar tools, glassware, and workspaces to the highest hygiene standard
• Support in cleaning and place glassware in dishwasher at coffee area
• Assist in other ad hoc tasks or projects as assigned
• Cooperate with the FOH team for smooth and efficient service
• Uphold brand standards, maintaining a positive attitude for a memorable guest experience
• Offer friendly, courteous, and professional service to our guests
• Ensure punctuality and reliability for all scheduled shifts

QUALITIES & EXPERIENCE:

• 1-2 years of work experience in F&B industry
• Passion in making and cooking food
• Deep passion for beverages and excited about running and improving the workflow of the beverage areas
• Customer service-oriented with excellent communication, attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Good knowledge of coffee, wines, spirits and cocktails would be a plus
• Thorough understanding of food safety regulations and best practices
• Proficient in inventory and cost management
• Punctual and reliable, with a strong work ethic and commitment to maintaining schedules
• Team-oriented mindset, with the ability to assist the bar and dining area staff as needed
• Relevant certifications in barista training, bartending, or mixology is a huge plus
• Fluent in written and spoken English; fluency in Cantonese and Mandarin is a plus
• Eligible to work in Hong Kong

BENEFITS:

• Mandatory provident fund and employee compensation insurance
• Annual leave, birthday leave and statutory leave
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Training and development opportunities
• Staff meals provided during shifts
• Staff discount on company products and services
• An opportunity to work with a really dynamic, driven and passionate team
• Referral bonus