Specialty Chef

Are you a master of craft? Do you thrive in a team that succeeds together, demonstrating integrity and respect while acting responsibly? Do you embrace a growth mindset? We invite you to become a fan of the exceptional. 

Mandarin Oriental is the award-winning owner and operator of some of the most luxurious hotels, resorts and residences located in prime destinations around the world, with a strong development pipeline. Increasingly recognised for creating some of the world’s most sought-after properties, the Group provides legendary service inspired by Asian heritage whilst representing the very cutting-edge of luxury experiences.

As Specialty Chef (Wok), you will be responsible for the following duties: 

Summary of Responsibilities

• Assist Chef de Cuisine with ordering, stock rotation, teaching and training colleagues
• Ensure that all Health and Safety legislation and guidelines are implemented, adhered to and reviewed regularly, in respect of kitchen production, employees, machinery, equipment and hygiene
• Produce all dishes and recipes to a high standard of quality and presentation
• Ensure all dishes are served at the correct portion size, quality and temperature
• Share responsibility with the Chef de Cuisine for preparing kitchen-cleaning rosters, supervising cleaning schedules and signing off on a weekly basis
• Keep watch over various sections for the preparation, presentation and quality of food
• Ensure proper care and preparation is being upheld among the kitchen team
• Monitor the order and storage of products
• Responsible for receiving food and supplies, controlling and monitoring their temperatures, organizing the cooling and storage areas
• Assist in the rotation of products using the stickers and labels to avoid the product damage and minimize losses
• Ensure that all areas (inclusive of stewarding area) are clean, tidy, well managed and maintained

As Specialty Chef (Wok), we expect from you: 

• Minimum three (3) years of experience in a MICHELIN starred/high end Chinese Restaurant
• Previous experience as Wok I/Dim Sum/Steamer in MICHELIN starred/high end Chinese Restaurant

Our commitment to you 

• Learning & Development. Your success is our success. We craft unique learning and development programmes for various stages in your career so that you grow, continuously. 
• MOstay. When you work as hard as our colleagues do, it’s important to take time off. As a member of the #MOfamily, you can stay with us wherever you go in the world. The MOstay programme offers complimentary nights and additionally attractive rates on rooms for you and your loved ones.
• Heath & Colleague Wellness. Finding the right work-life balance is important. Your wellbeing matters to us. A variety of health benefits and wellness programmes are offered to all our colleagues, globally.
• Retirement Plans. When you show commitment to us, we reciprocate. We offer different retirement plans depending on the length of your service and your role.

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