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1. What is Ztalent Membership?

Ztalent Membership is the entry point to our trusted ecosystem. It verifies and connects only approved employers, certified talents, and education partners.

Unlike open-access job boards, Ztalent is a members-only platform — every profile and listing comes from a verified source.

2. Why does Ztalent use a membership system?

• Quality over quantity → Only serious employers and trained talents are allowed in.

• Trust & compliance → Membership ensures verification, reducing fake postings and unreliable applications.

• Career development → Through ZReady training and ZFellow elite programs, membership goes beyond job posting to support long-term workforce growth.

3. Who can apply for Ztalent Membership?

• Employers: Restaurants, F&B businesses, and hospitality operators seeking certified Chinese cuisine professionals.

• Talents: Job seekers who want to build careers in Chinese cuisine, from entry-level staff to experienced chefs, all supported by training and certification.

• Schools & Partners: Education providers, training centers, and institutions that want to connect their students directly to employment opportunities.

• [Apply as Employer Member]

• [Join as Talent Member]

• [Partner with Ztalent as a School]

On This Page

• What benefits do employer members receive?

• How does Ztalent verify employer members?

• What are the Silver, Gold, and Diamond membership levels?

• How much does employer membership cost?

• Can employers hire ZExperts (ZX) to manage recruitment?

1. What benefits do employer members receive?

Employer members gain access to Ztalent’s structured talent pools:

• ZGroup → entry-level, active candidates.

• ZReady → trained & compliance-verified candidates.

• ZFellow → elite, ICC-backed professionals.

Benefits include:

• Direct access to candidates by membership tier.

• Visibility into verified profiles with certifications.

• Membership-only tools for faster matching and reduced hiring risks.

2. How does Ztalent verify employer members?

• Employers must provide business license / registration and undergo approval.

• Verified employers receive a membership badge, signaling trust to talents.

• This ensures all postings and connections come from real, legitimate businesses.

3. What are the Silver, Gold, and Diamond membership levels?

• Silver (ZGroup access) → browse and connect with entry-level candidates.

• Gold (ZReady access) → connect with trained, certified, compliance-ready candidates.

• Diamond (ZFellow access) → exclusive access to ICC-trained elite professionals with advanced skills.

Each higher tier unlocks more advanced talent pools and stronger guarantees of readiness and retention.

4. How much does employer membership cost?

• Membership fees scale by level (Silver, Gold, Diamond).

• Pricing is designed to align with the quality and readiness of talent accessed.

• Employers can start at Silver and upgrade anytime. (CTA: [Compare Employer Plans →])

5. Can employers hire ZExperts (ZX) to manage recruitment?

Yes. While membership allows self-service access to talent pools, employers may also engage Ztalent Experts (ZX).

• ZX act as recruiting specialists, handling search, screening, and placements.

• Employers pay additional service fees for ZX support.

• Ideal for businesses that prefer a full agency-style service rather than self-managing hires.

• [Apply for Employer Membership]

• [Compare Silver / Gold / Diamond Plans]

• [Request ZExpert Support]