Term Lecturer (Food & Nutritional Science)
| Hotel and Tourism Institute / Chinese Culinary Institute / International Culinary Institute |
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| Ref. no : O/HTI/Term L(FS)/02/25 |
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Major Duties: |
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To assist in managing the operation and resources of the Food Science Section; |
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To be responsible for the planning, development, implementation, quality assurance and administration of food science related training programmes; |
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To develop, review, update and monitor the curriculum and syllabus of training programmes to meet with the latest needs of the industry, and to conduct food science training in Food Preparation and Food & Beverage related programmes; |
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To plan, organise, develop and conduct food product research and food quality analysis; and to monitor food safety and hygiene standards in accordance with ISO22000 standards; |
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To provide advice on food legislation, preservation and product development, the nutritional and bacteriology aspects of the industry; |
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To establish and maintain close network with professional bodies / government departments / hospitality and culinary organisations etc.; and |
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To oversee the procurement, maintenance and commissioning of plant and equipment in the food science laboratory. |
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Requirements: |
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A recognised degree in Food and Nutritional Science, or equivalent; |
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At least 3 years’ relevant teaching and / or industry experience, preferably in hotel and catering industry; |
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Applicants having the following experience, knowledge and qualification would have added advantages: |
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Experience in food testing and / or test method development; and |
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A food hygiene certificate from, or the membership of, the Royal Society for Public Health (RSPH), or equivalent, will have added advantages; |
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Good administrative ability and supervisory experience; |
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Good communication and presentation skills in both English and Chinese, preferably with knowledge of Putonghua; and |
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Proficiency in statistical and common computer software applications. |
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Notes: |
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Applicants with substantial experience and achievements in the relevant field but without the required academic / professional qualifications OR those with exceptional academic / professional qualifications but with less experience may also apply. |
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Shortlisted candidates will be required to take a written assessment. |
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The appointee may be required to perform duties outside normal office hours and in designated places as assigned. |
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