Executive Chef

Who we are:

Carlyle & Co. is a new breed of landmark private members’ clubs; the ultimate destinations to connect, to be inspired and to live life to the fullest. Here at Carlyle & Co. Hong Kong, we are looking for passionate, collaborative people to join our family. Just as our unique, diverse and colourful community of Members are at the heart of our Club, so our empathetic, characterful and talented Associates embody a generosity of spirit that ignites the soul of Carlyle & Co.

About the role:

It’s no secret that an exceptional culinary team is a key ingredient to our success, so we’re looking for a top-grade chef leader to join us as Executive Chef. You will be working in close partnership with our Kitchen Team to build a kitchen you can be proud of. You’ll be leading and developing your team with empathy and encouragement, and, at the same time, bringing our bold culinary concepts to life. This role offers you the opportunity to be an integral part of an exciting hospitality brand born right here in Hong Kong – and we’d love to have you on-board!

What you need to have:

• First-rate knowledge of kitchen management and menu planning with a strong operational skill set
• A proven track record in complex kitchen operations management in a similar capacity
• Basic computer skills, especially in MS Office and Recipe Maintenance System
• A strong sense of creativity, flexibility and innovation – we are a curious lot who are always seeking to challenge ourselves
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
• Good leadership skills – you must be an effective communicator and experienced in delivering skills training
• A team player that can motivate and guide others to realise their full potential

What you will do:

• Ensure our culinary activities are aligned with the respective Corporate Strategy, with the clubs in Hong Kong actions having been implemented where appropriate
• Work on creative menu and recipe development, including analysing recipes, assigning pricing and reviewing overhead costs
• Constantly evaluate local, national and international market trends, vendors and other club/restaurant operations to make sure that the club’s own operations remain competitive and cutting edge
• Estimate food consumption and manage the purchase/requisition of ingredients and kitchen supplies, within budget
• Introduce and test with new products which are market-orientated in terms of price and product
• Spend time in culinary areas observing associate-member/associate-internal customer interaction, working through Heads of Department to coach associates as necessary
• Ensure that culinary associates work in a supportive and flexible manner with other departments, in a spirit of “We work through Teams”
• Collaborate with key stakeholders across Carlyle & Co. to enhance our Members’ culinary experience and interact with Members to obtain feedback and build positive relationships – don’t be shy, take a bow!

What our work culture looks like:

• Teams who are dedicated to excellence, innovation and getting results we can be proud of
• A leadership culture that genuinely cares about your professional development and well-being
• An open-minded family where everyone contributes, and every voice is welcomed
• A convivial community where having fun is a big part of getting the job done