Hong Kong has a free market economy and is dominated mainly by the service sector, which accounts for over 90% of the GDP. The retail sector is the second largest service industry in Hong Kong and plays an important role in the economy of Hong Kong. The retail sector includesshopping centres, department stores, watches and jewellery, supermarkets, convenience stores, fashion and electronic goods etc and it offers a lot of job opportunities. In order to strengthen and sustain the improvement of the service quality, the local institutions and schools offer a wide range of service and retail programmes.
Beautician
Duties
The beautician mainly provides the facial and physical care service for the customer. They need to understand the latest cosmetology product development trend, be familiar with the cosmetology technology, have the basic knowledge and the method of skin care, so that they can provide a high-quality service for customers. The followings are their main tasks:
- Provide facial cleaning, pore cleansing, scrubbing, shoulder and neck massage, facial mask service for customers
- Provide facial and body care services for customers with cosmetic and beauty equipment
- Keep a neat and tidy appearance and wear a mask when serving customers
- Clean beauty equipment and appliances
- Recommend beauty treatments and products to customers
Working hours
About 48-54 hours a week
Working environment
Works in a beauty salon
Personality
- Attention to details
- Patient
Promotion and Reference Salary
Junior Beautician
Approximately $11,500 or above
Beautician
Approximately $15,500 or above
Senior Beautician
Approximately $18,500 or above
Note: The reference salary and the promotion salary may vary according to the company, experience and ability.
Entry requirements
- A Secondary school graduate
- Good communication skills
- Familiar with knowledge of basic beauty and care
Example of related training and courses
Certificate/Diploma
- Hong Kong Young Women’s Christian Association - Foundation Certificate in Junior Beautician Training
- Christian Action Training Services - Basic Certificate in Junior Beautician
- Youth College, Vocational Training Council - Diploma of Vocational Education (Beauty Care)
Higher Diploma / Associate Degree
Remarks
A variety of organisations or associations may provide relevant training classes or courses. If you are intending to pursue these courses, you are reminded to be cautious and collect in-depth information, in particular the tuition fees and qualification recognition upon completion of these courses.
Hairstylist
Duties
Apart from providing professional hair styling and hair care services, hairstylists are also required to have a sense of hair styling trends. The following are the main tasks of a hairstylist:
- Hairstylist trainee is responsible for washing hair, cleaning tools and etc.
- Provide hair cutting, dyeing, perming service and etc.
- Hair and scalp care to prevent hair related diseases
- Hairstyle and styling design
Working hours
About 48-54 hours a week
Working environment
Usually works in a hair salon
Personality
- Attention to details
- Patient
Promotion and Reference Salary
Hairstylist Assistant
Approximately $11,500 or above
Hairstylist
Approximately $13,500 or above
Note: The reference salary and the promotion salary may vary according to the company, experience and ability.
Entry requirements
- A secondary school graduate
- Good communication skills
- Be enthusiastic about the industry
Example of related training and courses
Certificate/Diploma
- Hong Kong Employment Development Service Limited - Foundation Certificate for Hair Stylist Assistant Training
- Youth College, Vocational Training Council - Diploma of Vocational Education (Hairdressing)
Remarks
A variety of organisations or associations may provide relevant training classes or courses. If you are intending to pursue these courses, you are reminded to be cautious and collect in-depth information, in particular the tuition fees and qualification recognition upon completion of these courses.
Makeup Artist
Duties
The makeup artist provides the professional makeup service for the customer, for different events including banquet, wedding, stage, magazine, movie and so on. They must have the sense of fashion trend. Cosmetic services are often referred by friends. Therefore, word-of-mouth and work attitude are very important. Making more friends and communicating with other related staff can help increase job opportunities. The following are the main tasks:
- Discuss makeup and styling with customers and provide professional advice
- Use different makeup tools to do the makeup the customer
- Do the Makeup for models, artists, brides, etc. according to different occasions and customer requirements
- Provide cosmetic demonstration service in major shopping malls
Working hours
About 48-54 hours a week
Working environment
Usually works in a dressing room, sometimes out of the office and in conjunction with a hair stylist and fashion stylist
Personality
- Attention to details
- Patient
- Creative
Promotion and Reference Salary
Makeup Artist Assistant
Approximately $12,500 or above
Makeup Artist
Approximately $20,500 or above
Note: The reference salary and the promotion salary may vary according to the company, experience and ability.
Entry requirements
- A secondary school graduate
- Good communication skills
- Basic makeup knowledge and techniques
Example of related training and courses
Certificate/Diploma
- Youth College, Vocational Training Council - Foundation Certificate in Makeup and Hair Styling
- Caritas Institute of Community Education – Foundation Certificate for Makeup Assistant
Diploma Yi Jin Programme
Remarks
A variety of organisations or associations may provide relevant training classes or courses. If you are intending to pursue these courses, you are reminded to be cautious and collect in-depth information, in particular the tuition fees and qualification recognition upon completion of these courses.
Nail Artist
Duties
- Perform professional consultation and manicure services
- Provide treatment and product information for customers
Working hours
About 45 hours per week
Working environment
Beauty salon
Personality
- Attention to details
- Creative
Promotion and Reference Salary
Nail Artist Trainee
Approximately $11,000 or above
Nail Artist
Approximately $13,000 or above
Note: The reference salary and the promotion salary may vary according to the company, experience and ability.
Entry requirements
- A secondary school graduate
- Good communication skills
- Be enthusiastic about the industry
Example of related training and courses
Certificate/Diploma
- YMCA College of Careers - Foundation Certificate in Nail Technician Training
- Caritas Insitute of Community Education - Foundation Certificate in Nail Artist
Remarks
A variety of organisations or associations may provide relevant training classes or courses. If you are intending to pursue these courses, you are reminded to be cautious and collect in-depth information, in particular the tuition fees and qualification recognition upon completion of these courses.
Aromatherapist
Duties
- Formulate personalised natural essential oil for customers
- Provide professional aromatherapy consulting services
- Provide aromatic massage services
- Promote natural and organic essential oils and related products
- Provide aromatherapy training courses, talks, etc.
Working hours
About 48 - 54 hours a week
Working environment
Work indoors
Personality
- Good communication skills
- Attention to details
Promotion and Reference Salary
Aromatherapist
Approximately $15,000 or above
Note: The reference salary may vary according to the company, experience and ability.
Entry requirements
- Professional aromatherapy knowledge
- Passionate and interested in aromatherapy
- Good listening and communication skills
Example of related training and courses
Certificate/Diploma
Chef
Duties
The chef is proficient in cooking knowledge and procedures. Not only do they need to cook for the customers, chefs also have certain management skills to ensure the day-to-day operation of the kitchen. Chefs can be classified into Chinese chefs, Western chefs, Japanese chefs, French chefs, etc. who provide different kind of cuisines, the main tasks are as follows:
- Familiar with food ingredients and varieties, including origin, price, season, etc
- Design a food menu to control costs and profitability
- Arrange and manage the positions and responsibilities in the kitchen
- Understand restaurant and market conditions, develop and create new dishes
- Check kitchen hygiene and equipment to ensure food quality and safety
Working hours
About 54-60 hours a week
Working environment
Generally works in hotels, restaurants, etc., and has to endure high temperature in the kitchen for a long time
Personality
- Responsible
- Patient
- Creative
Promotion and Reference Salary
Chef Trainee
Approximately $12,000 or above
Chef
Approximately $16,000 or above
Chef Executive
Approximately $19,000 or above
Note: The reference salary and the promotion salary may vary according to the company, experience and ability.
Entry requirements
- A secondary school graduate
- Basic knowledge of ingredients and cooking methods
- Have a keen interest in cooking
Example of related training and courses
Higher Diploma / Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree
Patisserie Chef
Duties
The Patisserie chef requires professional skills and knowledge to produce fine desserts. The dessert process involves multiple procedures which takes long processing time, so the patisserie chef needs to be highly patient. The patisserie chef also needs to add value and keep learning different techniques continuously so as to produce more different types of desserts, thus facilitating future advancement and development. The following are the main tasks:
- Familiar with dessert ingredients and varieties, including origin, price, etc
- Order required ingredients, organize food ingredient and inventory records
- Design menus and make desserts, such as cakes, bread, etc
- Invent and create new desserts dishes
- Check kitchen hygiene and equipment to ensure food quality and safety
Working hours
About 54-60 hours per week
Working environment
Works in hotels, restaurants, bakeries, etc
Personality
- Responsible
- Patient
- Creative
Promotion and Reference Salary
Patisserie Chef Trainee
Approximately $12,000 or above
Patisserie Chef
Approximately $16,000 or above
Note: The reference salary and the promotion salary may vary according to the company, experience and ability.
Entry requirements
- A secondary school graduate
- Have a basic knowledge of dessert ingredients and methods
- Have a keen interest in making desserts
Example of related training and courses
Certificate/Diploma
- Hong Kong College of Technology - Certificate in Pâtisserie and Café Operations (Senior Secondary Applied Learning)
- Hong Kong Young Women’s Christian Association - Foundation Certificate in Pastry Cook Training
Bartender
Duties
Bartenders use different combinations of wine, juice, and ice to make drinks with different flavours, so they need to know the wine origin, how it tastes, how it is prepared, and so on. From the selection of ingredients to the wine glass, each step has to be carefully taken by the bartender. The following are the main tasks:
- Entertain guests and prepare drinks for them
- Mix and match different drinks with food for a meal
- Clean the mixing utensils and glasses
- Create new and creative drinks
Working hours
About 48-56 hours a week, mostly at night
Working environment
Generally work in hotels, restaurants, bars, etc
Personality
- Good communication skills
- Creative
Promotion and Reference Salary
Junior Bartender
Approximately $12,500 or above
Bartender
Approximately $15,500 or above
Senior Bartender
Approximately $20,500 or above
Note: The reference salary and the promotion salary may vary according to the company, experience and ability.
Entry requirements
- A secondary school graduate
- Have a basic knowledge and techniques in blending
- A good command of Cantonese and basic English
Example of related training and courses
Certificate/Diploma
Remarks
A variety of organisations or associations may provide relevant training classes or courses. If you are intending to pursue these courses, you are reminded to be cautious and collect in-depth information, in particular the tuition fees and qualification recognition upon completion of these courses.
Waiter
Duties
The waiters are responsible for the daily operation of the restaurant and the provision of catering services to maintain good service quality. The following are the main tasks:
- Welcome and arrange seat for guests
- Recommend dishes and order food for guests
- Serve food and drinks to guests
- Prepare dining cutlery, cleaning and setting tables
- General cleaning for the restaurants
Working hours
About 48-60 hours a week
Working environment
Generally work in hotels, restaurants, etc
Personality
- Good communication skills
- Responsible
Promotion and Reference Salary
Waiter
Approximately $12,500 or above
Captain
Approximately $15,500 or above
Manager
Approximately $17,500 or above
Note: The reference salary and the promotion salary may vary according to the company, experience and ability
Entry requirements
- A secondary school graduate
- Good communication skills
Example of related training and courses
Certificate/Diploma
Hotel Receptionist
Duties
Hotel receptionists are responsible for the front desk and welcoming guests. They provide guests with a variety of quality services and the following are the main tasks:
- Hospitality and handling of guest check-in, check-out procedures and processing of payments
- Handle booking records and arranging rooms
- Answer the phone enquiries and deliver a message to the guests
- Handle and resolve guest queries
Working hours
About 48-54 hours a week, work in shifts
Working environment
Work in a hotel
Personality
- Good communication skills
- Responsible
- Helpful
Promotion and Reference Salary
Receptionist
Approximately $11,500 or above
Senior Receptionist
Approximately $15,500 or above
Department Head
Approximately $18,500 or above
Note: The reference salary and the promotion salary may vary according to the company, experience and ability.
Entry requirements
- Level 2 or equivalent or above in five subjects (including Chinese and English Languages) in the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education Examination (HKDSEE) , or equivalent
- Fluent in Cantonese, English and Mandarin
Example of related training and courses
Higher Diploma / Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree
Hotel Room Attendant
Duties
The room attendant is responsible for the cleaning of the rooms in the hotel. The following are the main tasks:
- Clean and tidy up rooms and public areas in hotels
- Change sheets, towels and other necessary supplies for guests
- Handle and resolve guest queries
Working hours
About 48-54 hours a week, work in shifts
Working environment
Work in a hotel
Personality
- Responsible
- Patient
Promotion and Reference Salary
Hotel Room Attendant
Approximately $10,500 or above
Senior Hotel Room Attendant
Approximately $12,500 or above
Floor Supervisor
Approximately $15,500 or above
Note: The reference salary and the promotion salary may vary according to the company, experience and ability.
Entry requirements
- A secondary school graduate
- Good attitude and willing to serve
- Fluent in Cantonese and knowledge of English
Example of related training and courses
Certificate/Diploma
Sommelier
Duties
- Keep and take good care of wine
- Match the food on the menu with different wines
- Promotes a wide range of different types of wine
Working hours
About 45 hours a week
Working environment
Usually work at restaurants
Personality
- Good communication skills
- Attention to details
- Creative
Promotion and Reference Salary
Junior Sommelier
Approximately $18,500 or above
Intermediate Sommelier
Approximately $20,500 or above
Chief Sommelier
Approximately $30,500 or above
Note: The reference salary and the promotion salary may vary according to the company, experience and ability.
Entry requirements
- One or more years of relevant work experience in food industry
- Pass the course and assessment conducted by the Hong Kong Association of Professional Wine tasters Association
Example of related training and courses
Certificate/Diploma
Remarks
A variety of organisations or associations may provide relevant training classes or courses. If you are intending to pursue these courses, you are reminded to be cautious and collect in-depth information, in particular the tuition fees and qualification recognition upon completion of these courses.
Barista
Duties
- Make coffee or drinks and provide instant baked food
- Provide good quality services to customer, promote and sell company’s products
- Handle daily operations in the store
- Ensuring the food is fresh and adequate
- Make sure the store in neat and clean
Working hours
About 55 hours a week
Working environment
Work at coffee shop
Personality
- Good communication skills
- Attention to details
- Creative
Promotion and Reference Salary
Barista
Approximately $12,500 or above
Senior Barista
Approximately $15,500 or above
Note: The reference salary and the promotion salary may vary according to the company, experience and ability.
Entry requirements
- Degree in form 5 or above
- Hold a coffee allocation certificate will be considered first
- Active initiative, passionate to work, self-motivation, responsible and have team spirit
- Provide a good quality of customer service
- Good command of Cantonese, Mandarin and English communication skills
Example of related training and courses
Certificate/Diploma
Remarks
A variety of organisations or associations may provide relevant training classes or courses. If you are intending to pursue these courses, you are reminded to be cautious and collect in-depth information, in particular the tuition fees and qualification recognition upon completion of these courses.
Beverage Store Manager
Duties
- Responsible for basic storefront work
- Make drinks
- Prepare ingredients
Working hours
About 55 hours a week
Working environment
Work indoor
Personality
- Good communication skills
- Attention to details
Promotion and Reference Salary
Beverage Store Staff
Approximately $11,500 or above
Beverage Store Manager
Approximately $14,500 or above
Note: The reference salary and the promotion salary may vary according to the company, experience and ability.
Entry requirements
- Good working attitude
- Good communication skills
Example of related training and courses
Certificate/Diploma
Remarks
A variety of organisations or associations may provide relevant training classes or courses. If you are intending to pursue these courses, you are reminded to be cautious and collect in-depth information, in particular the tuition fees and qualification recognition upon completion of these courses.
Food Factory Assistant
Duties
- Responsible for food manufacturing, assisting the daily operation of the kitchen, cargo disassembly, handling and packaging, warehouse inventory and general cleaning
- Maintain safety standards and product quality in line with company regulations and requirements
- Assist production related processes
Working hours
About 40-50 hours a week
Working environment
Work indoors
Personality
- Good time management
- Attention to details
- Responsible
Promotion and Reference Salary
Food factory assistant
Approximately $12,000 or above
Food production leader
Approximately $17,000 or above
Food factory vice manager
Approximately $20,000 or above
Food factory chief executive manager
Approximately $26,000 or above
Note: The reference salary and the promotion salary may vary according to the company, experience and ability.
Entry requirements
- Secondary school graduation
- Good Cantonese, must be able to read and write Chinese and basic English
Example of related training and courses
Certificate/Diploma
Shop Assistant / Salesperson
Duties
The shop assistant / sales assistant is responsible for the daily operation of the shop, communication and contact with the customers. The following are the main tasks:
- Sell shop products, provide advice and recommend products to customers
- Handle cashier, goods display and merchandise arrangement
- Collect and check the goods at stock
- Welcome customers, handle inquiries and queries
- Decorate the shop window display
Working hours
About 54-60 hours a week, work in shifts
Working environment
Usually works in shopping malls, department stores, etc
Personality
- Good communication skills
- Helpful
- Sociable
Promotion and Reference Salary
Junior Shop Assistant/ Salesperson
Approximately $10,500 or above
Senior Shop Assistant/ Salesperson
Approximately $15,500 or above
Shop Manager
Approximately $18,500 or above
Note: The reference salary and the promotion salary may vary according to the company, experience and ability.
Entry requirements
- A secondary school graduate
- Good communication skills
Example of related training and courses
Advanced Diploma
Watch Technician
Duties
With the continuous optimization of clock and watch production patterns and techniques, watch technicians need to keep abreast of new knowledge and skills. The main tasks are as follows:
- Carry out maintenance of quartz and mechanical clocks and watches
- Conduct clocks and watches and maintenance evaluation and quotation
- Provide after-sales clock and watch maintenance services
- Ensure the quality control of clocks and watches
Working hours
About 45-49 hours a week
Working environment
Generally work in a clock and watch retail shop or maintenance shop
Personality
- Responsible
- Patient
Promotion and Reference Salary
Junior Watch Technician
Approximately $10,500 or above
Watch Technician
Approximately $13,500 or above
Watch Technician Officer
Approximately $16,500 or above
Note: The reference salary and the promotion salary may vary according to the company, experience and ability.
Entry requirements
- A secondary school graduate
- A Holder of a certificate in clock and watch maintenance or electronic engineering
Example of related training and courses
Certificate/Diploma
- Vocational Training Council - Certificate in Structure of Mechanical Movements (Part-time)
- Youth College, Vocational Training Council - Diploma of Vocational Education (Watch and Clock)
Higher Diploma / Associate Degree
Stone Assorter
Duties
In the process of making and producing jewellery, the stone assorter is responsible for the stone-laying process, and the research on the foil and match of jewellery and diamonds. Stone assorter should have a certain knowledge of jewellery, including diamond classification and specifications, jewellery production process and mosaic methods. The following are their main tasks:
- Use magnifying glasses and pincers to match jewels such as gems, diamonds and jade with jewellery
- According to the design pattern and jewellery specification, choose the appropriate jewellery, and cooperate with jewellery designer and mosaic master
- According to the customer’s request, search for the material such as splints for the jewellery to make the match lining
- In the mosaic process, make adjustment and modification depending on the effect
Working hours
About 45-49 hours a week
Working environment
General office work in a jewellery factory
Personality
- Attention to details
- Responsible
- Patient
Promotion and Reference Salary
Junior Stone Assorter
Approximately $10,500 or above
Stone Assorter
Approximately $13,500 or above
Note: The reference salary and the promotion salary may vary according to the company, experience and ability.
Entry requirements
- A secondary school graduate
- Basic knowledge of jewellery, diamond grading and quality
Example of related training and courses
Certificate/Diploma
Remarks
A variety of organisations or associations may provide relevant training classes or courses. If you are intending to pursue these courses, you are reminded to be cautious and collect in-depth information, in particular the tuition fees and qualification recognition upon completion of these courses.
Jewellery Appraiser
Duties
Jewellery appraisers are responsible for the quality control of jewellery. All jewellery must be identified by jewellery appraisers before they can be purchased by jewellery retailers and wholesalers. The following are their main tasks:
- Responsible for jewellery quality control and identification
- Distinguish whether jewellery is natural, manufactured or optimized
- Operate a technical instrument to view the contents of a gemstone and issue a rating certificate report after verification
Working hours
About 45-49 hours a week
Working environment
Generally work in a jewellery factory and laboratory
Personality
- Attention to details
- Responsible
- Patient
Promotion and Reference Salary
Jewellery Appraisers Trainee
Approximately $11,500 or above
Jewellery Appraisers
Approximately $15,500 or above
Note: The reference salary and the promotion salary may vary according to the company, experience and ability.
Entry requirements
- A secondary school graduate
- A holder of Diploma in Diamonds (DAG), Diploma in Gemmology (FGA), Gemmological Diploma from the Gemmological Society of the United Kingdom and Diamond rating Certificate (GIA) from the American Gemmological Society
Example of related training and courses
Certificate/Diploma
Optician
Duties
- Measure, fit and dispense optical lenses
- Help clients to select and adjust the most suitable frame and lens position
- Check and ensure prescriptions for eyeglasses and lens
- Teach the clients how to take care of their contact lenses, eyeglasses and frames
Working hours
About 45 hours a week
Working environment
Usually work in stores that sell eyeglasses, contact lenses, visual aids, and other optical goods
Personality
- Responsible
- Helpful
- Be logical
Promotion and Reference Salary
Opticians
Approximately $15,500 or above
Senior Opticians
Approximately $20,500 or above
Optician Manager
Approximately $30,500 or above
Note: The reference salary and the promotion salary may vary according to the company, experience and ability.
Entry requirements
- A higher diploma in Ophthalmic Dispensing or a related field
- 1-2 years’ relevant experience in a related field
Example of related training and courses
Higher Diploma / Associate Degree
Cashier
Duties
- Cash calculation (including foreign currency)
- Processing credit card transactions
- Responsible daily calculation process
Working hours
About 54 hours a week
Working environment
Work indoor
Personality
- Good communication skills
- Attention to details
- Responsible
Promotion and Reference Salary
Cashier
Approximately $13,500 or above
Senior Cashier
Approximately $15,500 or above
Note: The reference salary and the promotion salary may vary according to the company, experience and ability.
Entry requirements
- Secondary III or above, 1 year or more related experience
- Take the initiative, have courtesy and hardworking
- Fluent in Cantonese
- Able to speak in English and Mandarin
Example of related training and courses
Certificate/Diploma
Remarks
A variety of organisations or associations may provide relevant training classes or courses. If you are intending to pursue these courses, you are reminded to be cautious and collect in-depth information, in particular the tuition fees and qualification recognition upon completion of these courses.
Wholesale Assistant
Duties
- Responsible for handling marketing management, monitoring, and tracking website traffic and response
- Update the marketing calendars of website products, process inbound emails, maintain event registration lists, and store inventory control
- Contact the warehouse for inventory delivery, store product demand liaison, and work closely with suppliers to coordinate marketing activities
- Publish the latest information on all applicable media (print/intranet/website)
Working hours
About 40 hours a week
Working environment
Work in an office
Personality
- Good communication skills
- Good time management
- Sociable
Promotion and Reference Salary
Wholesale assistant
Approximately $11,000 or above
Wholesale senior assistant
Approximately $15,000 or above
Wholesale manager
Approximately $19,000 or above
Note: The reference salary and the promotion salary may vary according to the company, experience and ability.
Entry requirements
- A secondary school graduate
- Good Cantonese, Mandarin, and English; Able to read and write Chinese, and English
- Understand Photoshop, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Excel, and Illustrator
Example of related training and courses
Advanced Diploma
- School of Continuing and Professional Education, City University of Hong Kong - Advanced Diploma in Management Studies
- HKU School of Professional and Continuing Education - Advanced Diploma in Marketing and Retail Management
Bachelor Degree
Fashion Buyer
Duties
- Develop and implement a seasonal clothing purchase plan
- Control product structure and price strategy
- Carry out purchase-sale-stock analysis, production-sales ratio analysis
- Assist in filming work, including matching clothes and modeling
- Travel overseas to purchase clothing
Working hours
Irregular working hours
Working environment
Work in different areas
Personality
- Attention to details
- Creative
Promotion and Reference Salary
Assistant buyer
Approximately $11,000 or above
Buyer
Approximately $15,000 or above
Senior buyer
Approximately $18,000 or above
Note: The reference salary and the promotion salary may vary according to the company, experience and ability.
Entry requirements
- F.7 or diploma graduate
- Diploma in fashion or related certificate preferred
Example of related training and courses
Certificate/Diploma
Higher Diploma / Associate Degree
Visual Merchandiser
Duties
- Enhance the aesthetic appeal of shop front windows and in-store displays to promote the brand image
- Plan and execute in-store space and merchandise displays to increase sales
- Work closely in the team for concept development for various marketing materials such as print ads, brochures, packaging, flyer, poster, etc
- Assist in the purchase, production, management and budget allocation of window display props materials
Working hours
About 40 hours a week
Working environment
Work indoors
Personality
- Good time management
- Creative
Promotion and Reference Salary
Visual Merchandiser
Approximately $15,000 or above
Senior Visual Merchandiser
Approximately $20,000 or above
Visual Merchandising Manager
Approximately $30,000 or above
Note: The reference salary and the promotion salary may vary according to the company, experience and ability.
Entry requirements
- Degree holder in visual merchandising and design-related discipline
- 1 – 2 years of relevant work experience
- Good command of written and spoken English and Chinese (Cantonese)
Example of related training and courses
Higher Diploma/ Associate Degree
- School of Continuing Education of Hong Kong Baptist University - Professional Diploma in Visual Merchandising
- Hong Kong Design Institute, Vocational Training Council - Higher Diploma in Fashion Branding and Buying (Visual Merchandising and Branding)
Bachelor’s Degree
Animal Trainer
Duties
Animal trainers have to establish a good relationship with animals. They alsoneed a lot of time and patience to build the trust with animals and the following are the main tasks:
- Clean animal shelters, including faeces and other contaminants
- Take care of the daily diet of animals, including the measurement of food portions and the preparation of snacks
- Nursing training and health check with animals
- Make toys, train animals for performance
Working hours
About 48 hours a week, work in shifts
Working environment
Usually work in a zoo or themed park
Personality
- Attention to details
- Responsible
- Patient
Promotion and Reference Salary
Animal Trainer Trainee
Approximately $12,500 or above
Animal Trainer Assistant
Approximately $13,500 or above
Animal Trainer
Approximately $15,500 or above
Note: The reference salary and the promotion salary may vary according to the company, experience and ability
Entry requirements
- A secondary school graduate
- Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Animal or Biology is preferred
- Have experience in taking care of animals
Example of related training and courses
Higher Diploma / Associate Degree
- CityU SCOPE School of Continuing and Professional Education - Advanced Diploma in Veterinary Nursing
Bachelor Degree
Pet Groomer
Duties
A pet groomer provides beauty services for pets. They are required to have a knowledge of pet health care, first aid and the use of beauty tools; also, to ensure that pet beauty procedures are safe. The following are the main tasks:
- Grooming services for pets, including grooming, nail clipping, ear hair removal, hair combing, knotting, foot plucking, etc
- Design a style for pets
- Clean pet droppings
- Listen to customer’s needs, provide services and answer questions
- Responsible for shop arrangement and daily operation
Working hours
About 48 hours a week, work in shifts
Working environment
Work in a pet shop
Personality
- Attention to details
- Responsible
- Patient
Promotion and Reference Salary
Pet Groomer Assistant
Approximately $12,500 or above
Pet Groomer
Approximately $13,500 or above
Note: The reference salary and the promotion salary may vary according to the company, experience and ability.
Entry requirements
- A secondary school graduate
- Have love for animals
- Pet cosmetology related certificates, qualifications or professional licences are preferred
Example of related training and courses
Certificate
Diploma Yi Jin Programme
Remarks
A variety of organisations or associations may provide relevant training classes or courses. If you are intending to pursue these courses, you are reminded to be cautious and collect in-depth information, in particular the tuition fees and qualification recognition upon completion of these courses.
Fashion Merchandiser
Duties
Fashion Merchandisers apply their professional knowledge to plan, source and oversee the apparel of retail stores. The following are the main tasks:
- Analyzing sales and preparing budget plans for company
- Forecasting and evaluating the latest fashion and market trends
- Working and negotiating with suppliers, manufacturers, and retailers
- Collaborating closely with design, marketing, and sales teams
Working hours
Irregular working hours
Working environment
Work in different areas
Personality
- Good communication skills
- Attention to details
- Creative
Promotion and Reference Salary
Fashion Merchandiser Assistant
Approximately $15,000 or above
Fashion Merchandiser
Approximately $20,000 or above
Senior Fashion Merchandiser
Approximately $25,000 or above
Assistant Fashion Merchandising Manager
Approximately $30,000 or above
Fashion Merchandising Manager
Approximately $35,000 or above
Note: The reference salary and the promotion salary may vary according to the company, experience, and ability.
Entry requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in business/fashion or related disciplines
- Excellent command of written and spoken English and Chinese Language (Cantonese and Mandarin)
- Proficient in MS Office applications and Chinese Word Processing
Example of related training and courses
Higher Diploma / Associate Degree
Bachelor’s Degree
- School for Higher and Professional Education, Vocational Training Council - BA (Hons) Fashion Buying Management (Remarks: This course is specially designed for holders of Associate Degree or Higher Diploma to pursue an undergraduate degree.)
- The Hong Kong Polytechnic University - Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Fashion and Textiles (Retail and Marketing)
- School of Continuing and Professional Education (SCOPE) of City University of Hong Kong - BA (Hons) Marketing Management (Remarks: This course is specially designed for holders of Associate Degree or Higher Diploma to pursue an undergraduate degree.)