The Landmark Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong is looking for Executive Pastry Chef to join our Kitchen.

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.

The Landmark Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong is one of the world’s great luxury hotels — a masterpiece of contemporary design and a cutting-edge, chic five-star gem in the epicentre of one of the most exciting cities in Asia. Only one of the 13 hotels worldwide with Triple Five-Stars across all three categories for hotel, spa and restaurant in Forbes Travel Guide, the Landmark Mandarin Oriental offers state-of-the-art designer guestrooms and suites, and award-winning, innovative Food & Beverage outlets and Spa facilities for the ultimate in relaxation and fitness. With a reputation for unmatched personal service and integrity, we take pride in providing professional training to enrich your experience and skills, as well as the best opportunities for career advancement to the right candidate. The hotel is highly respected as a global pioneer in eco-friendly sustainability and luxury, values integral to the Mandarin Oriental Group.

About the job

Based at The Landmark Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong within Pastry Kitchen in Hong Kong, the Executive Pastry Chef is responsible for supervision and coordination of the preparation and production of all pastries, chocolates as well as bakery items according to the highest standards, menu planning and cost control. The Executive Pastry Chef reports to Director of Culinary Operation and Food & Beverage.

As Executive Pastry Chef, you will be responsible for the following duties:

• Be responsible for the daily basic food preparation in Pastry and for delegating different sections to the Pastry Sous Chef and team

• Work closely with the Chef de Cuisine and other senior managers of the hotel on new concepts and ideas, including conceptualizing spaces or venues and assist in Financial projections as needed

• Maintain good hygiene and cleanliness standards by closely working with Stewarding team and monitoring all HACCP related issues within the department

• Ensure the par stock of mise-en-place is maintained and monitor the par stock of packaging and food items

• Be responsible for the logistics of all food items for festive and special food promotions

• Be responsible and accountable for the departmental operating budget

• Maximize and increase sales and/or yield in revenue centre and improve the efficiency of the operations

• Propose and initiate new services and products for our guests, issue recipe cards and conduct spot check of end products for quality

• Consult clients directly (particularly for catering events) in the creation of menus as required

As Executive Pastry Chef, we expect from you: 

• 10 years of experience in the pastry operations preferably in luxury hotel

• Acquire work exposure in Asia is an advantage

• Excellent food & beverage and menu planning knowledge 

• Creative, multi-tasking and self-motivated

• Strong interpersonal skills and exemplary leadership skills 

• Attention to details, well organized and responsible

• Computer proficiency in major software

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.

• Health & 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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