Chapter 947: Chapter 398: Lin Xu: Tempting Me with a Residence Permit? I’ll Play Along with Him! [Monthly Ticket 3000 Bonus]

"Don’t mention small money, his father-in-law is so wealthy, Lin Ji’s Food has daily sales of six figures. They couldn’t care less about small money."

"What should I do then? You have to help me out, Old Liao."

Liao Director chuckled wryly:

"What can I do to help? Tie him up and bring him over? If he doesn’t agree, that’s that. Anyway, the hype around Beijing Restaurant will fade soon, and no one will remember Old Xie’s visit anymore."

Ye Lixin took a sip of his tea:

"But I really want to boost the Chinese cuisine at Beijing Hotel... Qi Zhentao’s skills are unquestionable, but in terms of management... he’s too soft-hearted, always surrounded by junior disciples and godsons. We need an outsider to step in forcefully. This person must have skill, fame, and background... Lin Xu fits the bill."

"So, you’re planning to let Lin Xu make enemies?"

"You could say that, but sometimes you have to break things to make them better, there’s no other way."

Ye Lixin knew it wouldn’t be easy, but the reform of Chinese cuisine was imperative, so he had to find a way to get Lin Xu into Beijing Restaurant and let him put some pressure on those nepotistic ties.

Liao Director laughed and said:

"Going against people, Old Xie and his brother probably don’t mind, but it still depends on your bargaining chip."

Bargaining chip...

For a place like Fishing Platform and Beijing Hotel, both listed under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, there aren’t many bargaining chips. Salaries are capped, benefits may go up a bit, but even for Lin Xu, it’s barely satisfactory.

What bargaining chip could move Lin Xu?

While Ye Lixin was fretting, Liao Director reminded him:

"How many residency permits can Beijing Hotel secure each year?"

"Two... Hey, maybe we can give Lin Xu a residency permit, isn’t he a non-local?"

"No, a few days ago, Old Xie was still complaining to me about residency issues. Fishing Platform already allocated this year’s to outstanding managers, initially planning to give one to Lin Xu next year. If you can give him one now, I can certainly help you persuade him."

A few days ago, they gave Lin Xu a director position to prepare for residency in Beijing.

After all, the primary condition for residency is significant contribution.

The higher Lin Xu’s position at Fishing Platform, the more evident his contribution, securing residency would be a piece of cake.

But Fishing Platform’s residency permits are only available next year.

If Beijing Hotel has permits, then help him secure one.

Early residency in Beijing means greater convenience for healthcare and affairs in the future.

Ye Lixin was overjoyed at the suggestion:

"If Lin Xu can help me, then I’ll give him a residency permit!"

The original plan was to give the two permits to Qi Zhentao’s two juniors, but now the kitchen is a mess, they don’t deserve any permits, so just take them back.

Seeing Ye Lixin so straightforward, Liao Jinming said:

"I’ll try to persuade him... Dinner time is approaching, Manager Ye, stay and taste our dinner at Fishing Platform, see if it suits your palate."

"Maybe next time, I need to rush back to tell everyone about this year’s residency permits being canceled due to the scandal, also applying some pressure on Qi Zhentao."

After sending off the head of Beijing Hotel, Liao Jinming promptly messaged Xie Baomin:

"Is a Beijing residency permit sufficient?"

Xie Baomin, who was eating, saw the message and immediately handed the phone to Lin Xu:

"Junior, what do you think of this offer?"

Residency permit...

Is there such a good deal?

The original plan was to politely refuse due to wage concerns, but Beijing Hotel really pulled out all the stops by offering a residency permit.

Xie Baomin commented from the side:

"You’re a fresh graduate, starting an entrepreneurial venture right after graduation, plus your contributions in cooking, processing this for residency is definitely feasible."

Given that...

Let’s agree then.

At this thought, a system notification sounded in Lin Xu’s mind:

"Host receives invitation from Beijing Hotel, triggering the main mission [Residency in Beijing]: Please assist Beijing Hotel General Manager Ye Lixin in reforming the kitchen work, successfully securing residency in Beijing. Completion rewards a special item refresh card, two Perfect Level Memory Redemption Cards, and three draws for lost Perfect Level dishes."

Oh, finally a main mission has appeared.

But what is this special item refresh card?

It seems to be a new item.

He clicked on the description to understand it.

It’s to use within the special item section. If you’re not satisfied with the special item generated, you can use this card to swap for another special item.

Similar to an item replacement card in games.

I thought it could save special item refresh time, turns out it doesn’t add to the countdown... the system won’t miss any opportunity to earn.

Swindler!

Seeing Lin Xu accept, Xie Baomin promptly replied:

"My junior can give it a try, but Beijing Hotel needs to raise his position, a mere supervisor overseeing what? At least a director or chief consultant, something with chief in the title."

After finalizing this, today’s dinner officially ended.

Ren Chongmo and his wife didn’t linger, quickly headed back to prepare lessons overnight.

Everyone else went home, peacefully enjoying the weekend.

Two days later.

Upon Lin Xu’s signing of a dining department director employment contract in Ye Lixin’s office, he officially became a part-time director at Beijing Hotel.

"Master Lin, you are now the dining department director of Beijing Hotel. I hope you can start work soon and help me straighten out the dining department’s operations."

"I’ll do my best."

Lin Xu felt like he was dreaming as he looked at his employment contract.

Who would have thought that someone like him, originally a Finance University graduate waiting for work, would not only become a chef but also a supervisor at Fishing Platform State Guesthouse and a director at Beijing Hotel.

Though these titles are tempting, they don’t come easy.

For instance, just after signing the contract, Gou Junguo softly said to Lin Xu:

"Chef Lin, the kitchen staff said they’d give you a hard time if you dared step into the kitchen. Need me to accompany you?"

Xie Baomin nearby suggested:

"How about I go with you? I’m great at dealing with these rebellious types, I can handle them easily even with my eyes closed."

You’re good at handling them because you’re rebellious yourself, right?

Lin Xu thought to himself, then smiled and said:

"No need to accompany me. If they can actually give me a hard time, it means they have skills; that’s a good thing. I’m just worried they’re all talk."

After speaking, he handed the signed document to Dou Wenjing, who accompanied him, and walked out of the office.

Give me a hard time? Quite the talker.

Being a new boss today, let’s see how they play!

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