Senior Instructor (Food Preparation Western)

Vocational Training Council; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Job summary

The Vocational Training Council invites applications for the position of Senior Instructor (Food Preparation Western) within the Hotel and Tourism Institute / Chinese Culinary Institute / International Culinary Institute in Hong Kong. The role focuses on delivering Western cuisine training, curriculum development, and hands-on kitchen supervision.

Responsibilities include conducting classes, assisting in programme development, managing training kitchens, coordinating with industry partners, and

Qualifications

• A recognised higher diploma in Hotel/Catering Management/Culinary Arts or equivalent.
• 6+ years' experience in hotel/catering industry in work or teaching.
• Good supervisory and administrative abilities.
• Knowledge of trade-specific terminologies.
• Excellent communication and presentation in English and Chinese; Putonghua preferred.
• Good computer skills and basic office applications.
• Ability to pass a trade test.

Responsibilities

• To conduct classes and practical training in western food preparation.
• To assist in development of programme curriculum and teaching, learning and assessment materials.
• To deliver catering and culinary services to hotel guests and members of the general public during daily operations.
• To assist in the supervision and management of staff and resources; preparation of financial estimates and training statistics and maintenance of student and related records.
• To carry out duties in relation to student and academic administration, including recruitment and placement of students.
• To oversee procurement, maintenance and commissioning of plants and equipment.
• To perform duties related to the effective running of training programmes and daily operations of Training Kitchens.
• To liaise with counterparts in the industry and related associations.

Skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Bilingual English Chinese

Putonghua preferable

Computer literacy

Education

Higher diploma in Hotel/Catering Management/Culinary Arts

Certified Trainer Chef Certificate (Ausbildereignungsprüfung) Western Cuisine

Job description

Senior Instructor (Food Preparation Western)

Hotel and Tourism Institute / Chinese Culinary Institute / International Culinary Institute

Major Duties

• (a) To conduct classes and practical training in western food preparation;


• (b) To assist in development of programme curriculum and teaching, learning and assessment materials;


• (c) To deliver catering and culinary services to hotel guests and members of the general public during daily operations;


• (d) To assist in the supervision and management of staff and resources; preparation of financial estimates and training statistics and maintenance of student and related records;


• (e) To carry out duties in relation to student and academic administration, including to assist in recruitment and placement of students;


• (f) To oversee the procurement, maintenance and commissioning of plants and equipment;


• (g) To perform duties related to the effective running of training programmes and the daily operations of Training Kitchens; and


• (h) To liaise with counterparts in the industry and related associations.

Requirements

• (a) A recognised higher diploma in Hotel / Catering Management / Culinary Arts, or in relevant discipline, or equivalent; preferably with a qualification in Certified Trainer Chef Certificate (Ausbildereignungsprüfung) in Western Cuisine;


• (b) At least 6 years' relevant work and / or teaching experience in hotel / catering industry;


• (c) Good supervisory experience and administrative abilities;


• (d) Good knowledge of trade specific terminologies;


• (e) Good communication and presentation skills in both English and Chinese, knowledge of Putonghua is preferable;


• (f) Good knowledge of basic computer applications; and


• (g) Ability to pass a trade test.

Notes

1. (1) Candidates without the required academic qualification stated in the Requirements (a) above but possessing 12 years’ experience in the relevant industry and / or teaching may also apply. Where applicable, these candidates may be required to have a Qualifications Framework (QF) Level 3 qualification.


2. (2) Applicants with substantial experience and achievements in the relevant field but without the required academic / professional qualifications OR those with exceptional academic / professional qualifications but with less experience may also apply.


3. (3) The appointee may be required to perform duties outside normal office hours, work on shift over a full 7-day period and in designated places as assigned.


4. (4) In support of the Sexual Conviction Record Check (SCRC) Scheme launched by the Hong Kong Police Force, all prospective appointees will be requested to undergo the SCRC at the advanced stage of the employment process.