The Group

 

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group (MOHG) is the award-winning owner and operator of some of the most luxurious hotels, resorts and residences located in prime destinations around the world. Increasingly recognized for creating some of the world’s most sought-after properties, the Group provides 21st century luxury with oriental charm. Above all, Mandarin Oriental is renowned for creating unique hotels through distinctive design and a strong sense of place, luxury hotels right for their time and place. The Group regularly receives international recognition and awards for quality management and legendary service hospitality.

 

The Hotel

 

A stunning fusion of modern design with stylish oriental flair, Mandarin Oriental, New York features 244 elegant guestrooms and suites — all with breath-taking views of Manhattan and Five-Star hospitality. Luxurious amenities include MO Lounge, all-day dining overlooking Central Park and the Manhattan skyline; a 14,500 square-foot Five-Star Mandarin Oriental Spa; and a state-of-the-art fitness center with a 75-foot lap pool. In addition, there is premium meeting and event space, including a 6,000 square-foot pillar-less ballroom with three walls of windows overlooking Central Park. Located in Columbus Circle’s Deutsche Bank Center, Mandarin Oriental, New York is in an idyllic location just steps away from world-class dining, shopping and entertainment, including the Broadway Theater District, Lincoln Center, Central Park, Jazz at Lincoln Center and the shops of Columbus Circle.

 

Duties and Responsibilities

                                           

• Support company's philosophy and company culture through the use of Pillars of Legendary Quality Experiences on a daily basis to ensure Guest Satisfaction and the achievement of our Mission Statement
• Consult with the Executive Pastry Chef and other chefs to plan menus.
• Demonstrate thorough knowledge of pastry arts and techniques and the capability to apply classic pastry baking techniques when preparing pastries.
• Perform daily dry storage, walk-in refrigerator, and freezers inspected each of your shifts to ensure it is clean, and all pastry items are put away and stored properly.
• Operate and use pastry equipment, such as rolling pins, piping bags, and pallet knifes effectively and safely.
• Prepare sauces, batters, dough, garnishes, breads, sweets, pastries, cakes, ice creams, sorbets, fresh fruit jams, chocolates, etc.
• Execute all pastry orders and accommodate special requests.
• Transport empty, dirty pots and pans to the wash stations.
• Work closely with standard recipes and plate presentation to maintain standards of quality in production and presentation.
• Complete requisitions, obtains proper signatures, submit, pick up transport and store all items.
• Clean and properly sanitize all work and storage areas.
• Report and handle any accident immediately, no matter how minor.
• Maintain a good working relationship with other employees, providing instruction and encouragement as needed.
• Respond properly in any hotel emergency or safety situation.
• Follow directions and maintain good working relationships with supervisors,
• Always maintain the highest level of cleanliness and hygiene standards.
• Perform other task or projects as assigned by hotel management and staff.

 

Experience and Skill Requirements

 

• Minimum of Two Years in the luxury Hotel Business
• Minimum of Two Years in fine dining Pastry Preparation

 

Communication Requirements

 

• Possess a good written and verbal command of the English Language.
• Possess a pleasant and outgoing personality

 

Mental Capacity and Organizational Skill Requirements

 

• Working knowledge of kitchen equipment
• Fundamental knowledge of the pastry arts
• Basic knowledge of  mathematics for recipes, and ordering
•  Ability to dictate responsibility, pay attention to detail, handle multiple tasks and show a high level of patience

 

Physical Requirements

 

• Stand/Walk 8 – 12  hours a day

 

Occasionally = 1/3 of the workday, frequently = 2/3 of the workday

• Lift or Carry 0-20 pounds frequently
• Lift or Carry 21-50 pounds occasionally
• Lift or Carry 51-100 pounds occasionally
• Bend frequently
• Squat frequently
• Kneel occasionally
• Climb occasionally
• Reach above shoulders frequently
• Perform repetitive hand motions frequently

 

Other Physical Requirements

 

• Ability to stand and work in continuously in confined spaces for long periods of time
• Possess Sufficient dexterity to use all kitchen equipment
• Ability to lift, bend, stoop, walk, push, and pull heavy equipment for long periods of time
• Ability to perform all duties in extreme temperature ranges

 

Please Note

 

Mandarin Oriental, New York reserves the right to add, delete, change or modify the job duties and responsibilities described in this job description at it’s discretion.

 

 

Pay: $33.23 to $44.31 / Hourly