A brief description about us:

Mandarin Oriental, Barcelona is an exclusive 5-star hotel located on Barcelona's Paseo de Gracia, also home to several historic modernist works and architectural gems by Gaudi.

The hotel belongs to the Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group which is an international hotel management group with more than 38 luxury hotels, resorts and residences with a worldwide presence in Asia, Europe and the Americas.

Mandarin Oriental Barcelona Hotel has 120 rooms, 28 of which are suites. All of our exquisite rooms and suites are uniquely decorated by Patricia Urquiola.

In addition to accommodation, the hotel has rooms that we rent for all kinds of events, such as weddings, meetings, business meetings...

Regarding the hotel's gastronomy, we have a 2 Michelin star restaurant, a wonderful cocktail bar, indoor garden Mimosa and the pool terrace where you can enjoy light dinners or spectacular views.

The hotel Spa consists of 8 treatment rooms, both facial and body, indoor pool and gym.

We are currently looking for new talent to join the Kitchen department as Cook.

What will be the main functions you will perform in your position?

Major Responsibilities

• To assist the kitchen team in producing high quality goods whilst working as an integrated employee with the kitchen team

Tools/Equipment Used

• Works with all major kitchen equipment, including hazardous equipment
• May use own knives, ensuring that they are sharp and clean

Daily Duties

• To ensure that the uniform provided is kept clean, presentable and in good condition, ensuring that personal appearance and hygiene standards are an example for the team and demonstrate a professional image for our guests
• To set up daily mise en place
• To be capable to forward planning
• To work as part of the kitchen team
• To prepare all meat, fish and garnishes as required
• To receive food items, signing receipts
• To cook prepare and cook food for the restaurant, room service and banqueting, including a la carte and du jour menus as well as any special requests
• To prepare both hot and cold food for various sections
• To prepare a variety of hot and cold sauces

Periodic Duties

• To carry out breakfast shift duties (as training)
• To carry out night shift duties (as training)
• To carry out staff chef duties (as training)

Occasional Duties:

• Night Guard
• To deputise for the Demi Chef in their absence
• To carry out any other reasonable requests as directed by your manager

Healthy and Safety:

1. To be aware of, and comply with, safe working practises as laid down under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and Company H & S Manual, as applicable to your place of work. This will include your awareness of any specific hazards at your work place
2. To be aware of, and comply with Food Acts.
3. To wear any appropriate protective clothing provided by or recommended by the Hotel.
4. To report any defects in the building, plant or equipment according to the Hotel procedures.
5. To ensure any accidents to colleagues, guests or visitors are reported in accordance with Hotel procedures.
6. To attend 6 monthly statutory fire training and to be fully conversant with and abide by all rules concerning, fire, health & safety.

7.   To attend any training deemed appropriate by your Head of Department.

What kind of talent are we looking for this position?

- We are looking for a person with good customer orientation.

- To be used to work in a team and like to learn from multiculturalism.

- The person who joins us must be committed and professional.

- We are looking for someone who is responsible and reliable.

What do we offer our talent when working at Hotel Mandarin Oriental, Barcelona?

- We have a Canteen with a different menu every week, so you can eat during your work shift.

- We have a learning platform where you can be trained in the courses you are interested in.

- Our laundry team will provide you with a clean and ironed uniform whenever you need it.

- Our working environment at the hotel is young, fun and multicultural.

- Complimentary stays and special staff rates.

- You can have a tea or coffee whenever you want in our Coffee corner.

- Be part of a company with worldwide recognition.

- Join a team with a passion for service and luxury.

- You will have at your disposal an electric kick scooter & bike parking.

- We organize staff parties and team buildings throughout the year.

- We offer options for growth and / or projection within the group.

- We offer free weekly physiotherapy sessions, so you can relax.

- Enjoy your birthday, free to spend it with whoever you wish!

Mandarin Oriental, Barcelona is an equal opportunities employer. We value people as individuals with diverse opinions, cultures, lifestyles and circumstances and we are committed to equality of opportunity and to providing a productive working environment free from unfair and unlawful discrimination.