Waiter / Waitress - Cafe Malacca

Role summary

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The Waiter/Waitress at Café Malacca is expected to provide warm, efficient table service, take accurate food and beverage orders, serve guests professionally, clear and reset tables, and support smooth restaurant operations. Candidates should have relevant experience in hotel or restaurant service, good knowledge of food and beverages, a pleasant personality, and strong communication skills in English. Cantonese and Mandarin would be valuable. The role requires teamwork, attention to detail, good personal presentation, and the ability to remain calm during busy periods. Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays is expected. A genuine interest in hospitality and a commitment to Shangri-La’s service standards are essential.

About the employer

Shangri-La Group is a leading luxury hospitality company founded in Hong Kong, operating hotels, resorts, residences, and related businesses across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and other destinations. Its hotels are known for attentive service, comfortable surroundings, and strong local character. Shangri-La places considerable emphasis on guest satisfaction, colleague development, cultural awareness, and responsible business practices. Café Malacca is associated with the group’s Hong Kong hospitality operations and offers Southeast Asian cuisine in a polished hotel setting. Employees typically work in a structured, international environment with training, uniform support, staff benefits, and opportunities to progress within the hotel or wider group. Standards are high, so reliability, courtesy, teamwork, and consistent attention to detail are particularly important for guest-facing roles.

Working in Hong Kong

Hong Kong is a compact coastal city and major international business hub, with opportunities in hotels, restaurants, finance, retail, technology, logistics, education, and professional services. Its culture blends Cantonese traditions with strong international influences; festivals, markets, temples, museums, and a celebrated food scene are central to daily life. The lifestyle is energetic and convenient, supported by excellent public transport, though housing can be expensive and space is limited. Foreign nationals normally need an employment visa sponsored by a confirmed employer, and the role must meet immigration requirements. Employers often assist with documentation, but candidates should verify conditions with Hong Kong Immigration. New arrivals should budget for rent deposits, transport, healthcare, and daily expenses. English is widely used in business and hotels, while Cantonese is valuable for customer-facing work; Mandarin can also improve employability.