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Commis I - Cafe TOO (Overnight) 通宵更廚師
Role summary
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The Commis I supports the Cafe TOO kitchen during overnight operations by preparing ingredients, assisting with cooking, maintaining food presentation and following recipes and chef instructions. Candidates should have basic professional kitchen training or relevant hotel or restaurant experience, good food-safety awareness and the ability to work efficiently under pressure. The role requires teamwork, punctuality, physical stamina and willingness to work overnight, weekends and public holidays. Cantonese or English communication skills are useful in a multicultural hotel kitchen. The successful candidate is expected to maintain high hygiene standards, minimise waste, keep workstations organised and comply with Shangri-La service and safety procedures.
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How it works
How it works: Hotel line jobs only via the Labour Department's import scheme: 4-week local test, median wage, 2 local staff per import; managers get a General Employment Policy visa.
Watch for: Since 16 June 2026 kitchen and table-service jobs need a 6-week local test and 3 local staff per import; the hotel applies, you cannot apply yourself.
Official source: Labour Department: Enhanced Supplementary Labour Scheme. Checked November 2026.
What the job usually comes with in Hong Kong
Usual for Hong Kong, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.
| Housing | Not for local hires; imported line staff are housed by the hotel, at most 20% of pay deducted (scheme rule) |
|---|---|
| Meals | Staff canteen or duty meals common; free for imported workers when provided (scheme rule) |
| Flights | None for local hires; imported workers get free flights both ways (scheme rule); managers negotiate |
| Service charge | Varies by hotel; ask how the service charge is shared before you accept |
| Contract | Imported workers: 24 months at most, then 7+ days home leave and a new approval (scheme rule) |
| Leave | 7 days a year, rising to 14 after 9 years, plus 15 statutory holidays (by law) |
| Income tax | 0% up to HKD 145,000 a year (about USD 18,600), then 2% to 17%; pension (MPF) 5%, max HKD 1,500 a month |
Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.
Guidance, not legal advice. Rules change; your employer confirms the details for your case.
About Island Shangri-La, Hong Kong
Island Shangri-La, Hong Kong is a luxury hotel located in Admiralty, connected to Pacific Place and close to Hong Kong’s business, shopping and cultural districts. It is part of Shangri-La Group, an international hospitality company operating luxury hotels, resorts and related businesses across Asia and other global markets. The hotel offers premium accommodation, restaurants and bars, banquet facilities, wellness services and professional event support. Cafe TOO is one of its major dining venues, known for an extensive international buffet and live cooking stations. Employees generally work in a high-service environment with formal operating standards, multicultural teams and opportunities to develop careers in hospitality. Depending on the position, benefits may include staff meals, uniforms, training, medical coverage, service charge or shift-related allowances.