The Sustainable Living Programme of Kadoorie Farm and Botanic Garden exists to facilitate community transition to low carbon living in order to harmony our relationship with the environment. Our Eat Well initiatives strive to strive to minimize the carbon footprint of all meals we serve, and maximize the educational, social and environmental benefits of all food we consume. We are looking for a chef who share our mission and are willing to join our team.

Main Duties: 

Reporting to the Head Chef and Programme Officer, the job holder will be responsible for daily operation of food preparation, catering and food education programme services.

Major Responsibilities:

• Follow guidance of Head Chef and Programme Coordinator to undertake daily operation at Eat Well Café and the Food Hub of Kadoorie Farm and Botanic Garden according to sustainable principles.
• Working with a team of chefs to handle daily operational works which cover food preparation, front line sales, housekeeping, handling of customer enquiry and catering services. 
• Ensure daily operation and overall hygiene standards in compliance with the requirements of restaurant license;
• Support ongoing development of food menu and education programme for low carbon mission.

Job Requirements:

• Commitment to the mission, vision and values of KFBGC. 
• Have a deep appreciation of sustainable living and embrace an integrated approach to sustainability. 
• Mature, well organized, initiative-taking and dynamic. Ability to work independently and in a team.
• At least 3 years of solid, relevant experience. Experience in group meal preparation is an advantage. Candidates with less experience will be considered for the position of Assistant Chef.
• Good written and spoken communication skills in both English and Chinese. 
• Computer literacy is essential. 
• Open minded and recognize the validity of all spiritual paths.
• 5-day work per week. Working on Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays is essential. Shift work is required occasionally.
• Valid Type I or II driving license is an advantage.

Application Method:

Interested parties, please send your detailed C.V. with expected salary to the People & Culture Department, Kadoorie Farm & Botanic Garden Corporation, Lam Kam Road, Tai Po, New Territories, Hong Kong or email to [email protected]