The Hakkasan philosophy
Engaging the senses
Welcome to Hakkasan, where we invite you to step away from your day to day life and enter an opulent theatre of the senses. From the moment you pass through our doors, you will embark upon a multi-sensory journey. Be guided by the scent of incense, the subtle glow of lighting behind blue glass, the luxurious profusion of flowers and the flickering of candles.
We have considered every aspect of your experience, from the lighting above your table to the carefully chosen dish upon which your meal is presented. Whatever you choose to drink from our famous cocktail bar or from our award-winning wine list has been chosen to complement the magnificent dishes we serve. All of this makes an environment in which the food can shine. When you come to Hakkasan, every one of your senses is engaged, and this synthesis of the senses will give you a heightened sense of pleasure in your dining experience.
Modern authenticity and Hakkasan's cuisine
Modern authenticity is the root of Hakkasan's design, cuisine and service. We acknowledge the traditions of the past and interpret it for today's discerning patron. The best union of the authentic and the modern uses the finest aspects of the past in a dynamic, changing environment. Our chefs have taken recipes from many different regions of China, and, in the Cantonese tradition, reinterpreted them with contemporary flair and the best local ingredients. The cooking methods are true to thousands of years of Chinese tradition, yet the flavors are quintessentially twenty-first century - modern, subtle and thrilling.
Bring back the dragon
While some modern Chinese restaurants have stark, modern interiors, Hakkasan embraces the luxurious glamour of the past, interpreted in a modern way. The sensuous décor of Hakkasan is redolent with sumptuous "Chineseness".
Emotional architecture
Emotional architecture means thinking about how a space feels. We have tried to find the soul of a space. After all, what is it that makes a house a home?
We believe each Hakkasan has a unique feel. We designed the space using the Chinese art of Feng shui, an ancient science which finds the most favorable use of space in a room. We then spent time watching people interact in the environment, and 'tuned' the space in response to the social dynamics. The space has been planned with painstaking attention to detail: we want people to respond with all their senses. From lighting to music to aroma, every aspect of the space expresses the Hakkasan personality. We have translated calm, tranquility and humility into a simple, luxurious environment, true to its Chinese roots.
The people
Every staff member at Hakkasan is important. They embody the Hakkasan spirit in the way they look, everything they say and everything they do. They are invested in making the experience for each diner memorable and special. We take the same care with our people that we do with our environment: they are given extensive and ongoing training in every aspect of the food and drinks. They are quietly consistent in the way they interact with diners in every situation. There is a Hakkasan way to relate to customers and we all use this to make our diners feel welcome and at home.
Our aim is that every diner should enjoy modern Cantonese cooking and hospitality in a beautiful, highly designed environment, and leave feeling that his or her highest expectations have been met.
HAKKASAN, the renowned UK Michelin-starred restaurant is currently looking for an experienced Pastry Chef de Partie.
*Manage and organize themselves and the activities of the Pastry Department to maintain the highest standards of food quality, cost control and consistency
*Ensure that all items are ready for service.
*Follows and understands instructions to maximize completion of set work.
*Uses due diligence when handling food and food processes
*Listen and undertake all instructions made by senior members of staff
*Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, to work effectively within the pastry team.
*Ensure that you are suitably dressed or groomed, standards expected for an open kitchen.
*Ensure health and safety laws are followed at all times and sanitary conditions are maintained at the highest levels per the requirements of the Department of Health, the Department of Buildings and OSHA.
*Reports to the Pastry Chef any maintenance or repairs needed.
*Ensures that all recipes are reviewed and processed correctly
*Prevents the spoiling and contamination of foods by enforcing proper sanitation practices and ensuring compliance with policy and health regulations.
*Inspects delivery of food to ensure the highest level of quality.
*Demonstrates an understanding and commitment to total quality efforts by striving for continual improvement.
OTHER DUTIES
Assimilate into Hakkasan's culture through understanding, supporting and participating in all Hakkasan elements. Demonstrate working knowledge of the service standards.
Regular attendance in conformance with the standards, which may be established by Hakkasan from time to time, is essential to the successful performance of this position.
Due to the cyclical nature of the hospitality industry, employees may be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the restaurant.
SPECIFIC JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that he or she can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Thorough knowledge of beverage operations including foods, beverages, supervisory aspects, service techniques, and guest interaction.
Considerable skill in math and algebraic equations using percentages.
Ability to walk, stand, and/or bend continuously to perform essential job functions. Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing, with guests and employees, some of whom
will require high levels of patience, tact, and diplomacy to defuse anger and to collect accurate
information and to resolve problems.
Ability to work under pressure and deal with stressful situations during busy periods.
Ability to access and accurately input information using a moderately complex computer system.
QUALIFICATION STANDARDS
EDUCATION
Four-year college degree from an accredited institution required (or equivalent).
EXPERIENCE
At least four years of pastry experience required.
LICENSES OR CERTIFICATES
Qualifying Certificate in Food Protection, NYS Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (preferred).
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