Cook
About the job
Connect your passions with a rewarding opportunity
Others may call you a foodie, but you know you’re much more than that. You want to learn all the tricks of the trade and be the master of the kitchen. When you join us, you’ll find that there are no limits on your creativity or your potential. We inspire you to grow and challenge yourself because when you are pursuing excellence, you’re helping us to provide exceptional travel experiences.
Rewards for work, benefits for your lifestyle
You’ll be supported in and out of the workplace through:
- Discounts on hotel rooms, gift shop items, food and beverage
- Learning and development opportunities
- Recognition programs
- Wellbeing programs
- Encouraging management
- Team-spirited colleagues
The impact you’ll make
You hold yourself to a higher culinary standard and it is your attention to each preparation that keeps guests with us to dine. Working with a dedicated team of experts, you will learn something different every day as you work with new seasonal menus and unique presentations. You hard work pays off when a dish that you’ve thoughtfully helped to prepare has guests raving and anxious to return.
What you’ll be doing
- Prepare fresh ingredients for cooking according to recipes/menu
- Cook food and prepare top-quality menu items in a timely manner
- Test foods to ensure proper preparation and temperature
- Operate kitchen equipment safely and responsibly
- Ensure the proper sanitation and cleanliness of surfaces and storage containers
What we’re looking for
- Great teamwork skills and attention to detail
- Positive outlook and outgoing personality
- Previous kitchen experience is a big plus
This role requires the ability to move and lift up to 25 lbs. Standing, sitting or walking for extended periods of time and ensuring a professional appearance in a clean uniform are also required. Prior to employment, we’ll ask you to complete safety training and certification.
Explore our very big world
When you bring your natural talents and passion for food, we welcome you into our family. No matter your specialty or culinary background, we offer great rewards and opportunities to improve your skills. You will work closely with a team of inspired professionals who encourage and invite your contributions.
- Department: F&B other F&B-Kitchen
About you
- Languages required: English and Chinese.
The company
The Ritz-Carlton, Shenzhen, a 282-room luxury hotel is strategically situated in the heart of the Futian district, just opposite the Convention & Exhibition Center and in proximity of the Shenzhen Civic Center. The hotel is accessible to Shenzhen’s new Metro system, connecting the Hong Kong border and Shenzhen’s major shopping, sightseeing and business districts. It is a 40-minute drive to the Shenzhen International Airport and one hour from Hong Kong International Airport.
Hotel's Awards:
* China Hotel Fashion List Awards-The best excellent service luxury hotel (2012)
* Best Employer Award by Hewitt for The Ritz-Carlton, China Region (2011)
* "Traveler's Choice 2011-Top 25 Hotels in China" by Tripadvisor.com (2011)
* Top Luxury Hotel” by Shenzhen Special Zone Daily (2010)
* “Best of The Best” Award- Top Five Hotels by Robb Report (2009)