Chef de Partie

Mandarin Oriental Muscat is looking for a Chef de Partie - Banquet to join our Culinary team.

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.

Mandarin Oriental Muscat

Situated in a prime beachfront location, Mandarin Oriental, Muscat is a chic urban resort that offers 150 stylishly appointed guestrooms and suites, five restaurants and bars, a lush Spa at Mandarin Oriental, and an outdoor swimming pool. The hotel features a one-of-a-kind ballroom boasting spectacular views of the Arabian Sea as well as a variety of banquet and meeting spaces to accommodate social and business events.

For those seeking a luxury living experience in one of Muscat’s most desirable districts, an exclusive collection of 155 Residences at Mandarin Oriental combine the Group’s legendary service, world-class amenities and sweeping sea or mountain views.

About the job

• Assist the Chef de Cuisine in dish creation and promotional events.
• Maintain and enforce plating and presentation standards.
• Ensure food preparation aligns with agreed authenticity and quality.
• Identify and report areas for improvement in food and beverage quality.
• Promote teamwork through effective interdepartmental communication.
• Manage daily ingredient ordering and requisition.
• Provide leadership and support to kitchen colleagues.
• Help prepare weekly staff schedules.
• Enforce food safety standards per Mandarin Oriental and local regulations.
• Supervise kitchen cleanliness and follow up on maintenance reports.
• Ensure food displays are safe, creative, and meet presentation standards.
• Maintain grooming and appearance standards for staff.
• Handle VIP guest and special dietary needs personally.
• Ensure customer satisfaction following MOHG standards and LQEs.
• Communicate workplace rules and policies to team members.
• Conduct staff counselling and disciplinary actions as needed.
• Attend and contribute to daily and weekly team meetings.
• Conduct regular training on dishes and cooking techniques.
• Share expertise on Essenza’s specialty cuisine with team members.
• Manage all food safety administration for the Essenza restaurant.
• Comply with Jardine audit requirements for the culinary department.
• Assist with outlet-related administrative tasks.
• Support other kitchens as required.
• Stay informed on current food trends to keep cuisine competitive.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Chef de Cuisine.

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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