Senior Western Chef: Lead Creative Menus & Kitchen Excellence

Jiwusiwei (HK) Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff meal benefits

Staff discounts on dining

Job summary

Jiwusiwei (HK) Limited in Causeway Bay, Wan Chai District, Hong Kong, seeks an experienced Western Chef to lead kitchen operations in a full-time role. You will craft and maintain high-quality Western dishes, design contemporary menus, and mentor kitchen staff to uphold excellence in presentation and safety.

The successful candidate will have 5–7 years of Western cooking experience, formal Western cookery training, and strong skills in menu planning, costing and team leadership.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-7 years of professional cooking experience in Western cuisine.
• Formal culinary training or qualification in Western cookery (such as City & Guilds, NVQ or equivalent)
• Extensive knowledge of Western cooking techniques, ingredients and flavour profiles.
• Proven experience in menu planning and food costing.
• Strong leadership and team management skills with the ability to motivate and develop kitchen staff.
• Excellent organisational and time management abilities, particularly in high-pressure service environments.
• Comprehensive understanding of food safety, hygiene regulations and HACCP principles.
• Ability to maintain composure and work efficiently during peak service periods.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach to working with front-of-house and management teams.
• Knowledge of local food sourcing and supplier relationships is advantageous.
• Fluency in English and Cantonese is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and cooking a variety of Western dishes to the highest standards of quality, consistency and presentation
• Planning and designing innovative menus that showcase contemporary Western cuisine whilst meeting guest preferences and dietary requirements
• Managing kitchen staff and apprentices, providing guidance, training and supervision to ensure optimal performance and development
• Maintaining strict food hygiene, safety and sanitation standards in compliance with all relevant health and safety regulations
• Sourcing, selecting and managing high-quality ingredients and maintaining inventory control to optimise costs
• Monitoring food costs and portion control to ensure profitability whilst maintaining quality standards
• Collaborating with management to develop seasonal menus and special dining events
• Maintaining kitchen equipment and ensuring proper maintenance and functionality
• Responding to guest feedback and adapting dishes to meet expectations and preferences

Skills

Western cuisine

Leadership

Food safety

Menu planning

Food costing

English and Cantonese

High-pressure service

HACCP knowledge

Education

Western cookery qualification (City & Guilds / NVQ)

Job description

Jiwusiwei (HK) Limited in Causeway Bay, Wan Chai District, Hong Kong, seeks an experienced Western Chef to lead kitchen operations in a full-time role. You will craft and maintain high-quality Western dishes, design contemporary menus, and mentor kitchen staff to uphold excellence in presentation and safety.

The successful candidate will have 5–7 years of Western cooking experience, formal Western cookery training, and strong skills in menu planning, costing and team leadership.