Gourmet: From a Stall in Northern Europe-Chapter 92: Coastal Tourist City, Agrotourism Restaurant

Not only could he leave work early, but Chef Raphael also pulled him into the kitchen and front hall to announce the news of the external posting in front of everyone.

These people weren't fools; they instantly understood the significance of the external posting. Several assistants came up to fist bump and congratulate him, Jolian joined in with a grin, and Anderson had no choice but to follow suit.

His expression was quite unpleasant, but it wasn't hard to see the envy hidden in his eyes.

Clearly, he had been working longer than Lin Chen, yet Lin Chen had surpassed him. Anyone would feel uncomfortable in his position.

Although he had a hot temper, he was self-aware enough to know that he lacked the same talent. So, he turned and went back to preparing dinner without saying much.

"Congratulations, Lin. Once you return, we'll have to call you the sous chef, right?"

The front hall manager shook his hands warmly, and the waitstaff came up one by one to offer their congratulations.

"Your skills are amazing, Lin, congratulations!"

"Looking forward to good news from you, Lin."

"Oh, by the way."

Chef Raphael suddenly remembered something and clapped his hands. "I forgot to mention, besides sending a chef, we're also sending two waitstaff. Lin will decide on the candidates by next Friday."

"Ah??"

Lin Chen pointed at himself, his face full of surprise.

As kitchen staff, he rarely interacted with the waitstaff. The final plating and serving were done by the chef, so having to choose two assistants to bring along left him at a loss.

"Now everyone knows about the external posting, right? But you definitely don't know the exact location."

Chef Raphael smiled mysteriously, raising one finger to point westward.

"A coastal port city, a town famous for tourism, and soon to host a kite festival—Dieppe!"

Once the location was announced, the waitstaff's expressions changed in an instant.

Regardless of gender, their faces all showed a look of longing and desire.

Dieppe, part of the Capital Paris Circle, is a tourist hotspot surrounding the Normandy Coastline. It not only has picturesque beaches but also a bustling international port, towering cliffs, and vast grasslands, which hold unparalleled appeal for those who love freedom and holidays.

"Chef Marchello's new restaurant, backed by other investors, plans to implement an entirely new business model—a leisure and entertainment restaurant combining farm and fishery."

"Guests can not only enjoy a variety of activities but also personally pick and catch ingredients to be cooked by the restaurant. Since it's only a trial operation, it's not open to the public and only accepts online reservations, so it won't be busy, and the benefits are guaranteed."

"Wait!"

As all the waitstaff dreamed with fluttered hearts, Lin Chen sharply sensed something was wrong.

Farm and fishery?

Guests personally picking and catching ingredients?

No, why does this sound so familiar...?

A country-style amusement?

Could the investors be from Great Xia??

"Chef, are the investors from Great Xia?"

"Hmm? That I'm not sure of. Only Chef Marchello has met them; after all, we have no connection to the two main restaurants. Sending employees over is just to help secure things and serve as a form of training."

"If things go well, there might be a possibility for trilateral cooperation in the future."

After a brief introduction, the chef rushed into the kitchen for inspection, leaving Lin Chen and the waitstaff looking at each other in confusion.

The front hall manager, a mature and steady woman in her thirties, seemed to understand the current situation.

"Alright everyone, those interested can voluntarily introduce yourselves to Lin. Of course, the chef said that only those with outstanding performance will go. The final decision depends on your usual performance, and I'll also provide Lin with monthly and quarterly evaluations as a reference."

Just as the manager stepped away, four or five young and beautiful women immediately surrounded him, introducing themselves enthusiastically.

A few of the hesitating young men also joined in.

"My name is Dais Caroline. I have five years of waitstaff experience and was voted service star by customers last year. Lin, choose me. My service experience will surely satisfy you!"

"Pick me, pick me. You can call me Sulayni. Although I've only worked for three years, I'm young, have a good figure, a sweet smile, and a friendly attitude. Guests love to give me tips. I received the most tips last quarter!"

"Since there are two spots, one male and one female would be optimal. I apply to be the male candidate. Compared to female waitstaff, female customers prefer male staff like me, who have good looks and body structure. What do you think, Lin?"

The high-end restaurant's uniforms are all form-fitting, emphasizing the individual's natural bearing.

The men's attire is straightforward, with suits and shirts, while the women's uniforms are relatively more alluring yet still elegant.

Lin Chen felt a bit overwhelmed; faced with several eager eyes, he couldn't make a decision immediately, so he gestured for everyone to calm down.

"I'm happy to officially meet all of you. To work here, all of you are excellent waitstaff. My selection criteria are simple."

"First, professional skills should be up to par, which I believe everyone meets."

"Second, emotional stability is crucial. No matter how difficult a customer is, you should greet them with a smile and make the right decisions in a timely manner."

"Third, diligence and responsibility. Don't leave right at the end of your shift; you should prioritize handing over your tasks properly to ensure all customers are satisfied."

"For now, these three points. I'll observe sporadically next week and also consider the manager's opinion. I hope to spend a joyous time with two of you during the external posting."

Besides these three points, there was one thing he deliberately left unsaid: the ability to learn.

In a high-end restaurant, waitstaff should not only provide excellent service but also memorize the entire menu process like chefs, including learning about the ingredients to better introduce them to guests.

His gaze briefly lingered on Dais for a few seconds.

From the brief interaction and introduction earlier, it was apparent that her overall competence was the highest, so she would be closely observed next week.

Plus, having five years of experience marks a critical boundary—either you get promoted, or you change jobs. Few are willing to continue as mere employees.

Dais keenly noticed his gaze, nodding with a smile but saying nothing, her eyes radiating strong confidence, clearly ready to face the challenge.

As for whether it would be one male and one female or two females, Lin Chen hadn't yet decided, mainly pending next week's observations.

"That's it for now. Don't let it interfere with your work. I'm off now; see you next week!"

He quickly changed his clothes, then sped off to the nearby shopping mall.

Lucas had just bought groceries and returned home. Preparing salted egg yolk tofu didn't require much in the way of preparation, so there was no rush, and Lin Chen planned to buy some long-desired clothes.

Since he was going to a coastal resort city, it was time to get some casual outfits ready.