Mandarin Oriental, Barcelona is looking for a Cook to join our Terrat 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. 

About Mandarin Oriental, Barcelona

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.

About the Job

As a Cook at Terrat, you will be responsible for preparing high-quality dishes while maintaining the highest standards of hygiene and presentation. You will report directly to the Chef.

Your responsibilities will include:

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 we expect from you:

• Passion for cooking and creating exceptional dishes.

• Previous experience in a similar position (minimum 2 years in a luxury hotel or fine dining restaurant).

• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong teamwork skills and adaptability to a multicultural setting.

• Attention to detail and commitment to excellence.

• Basic English skills.

Our Commitment to You

• Learning & Development: We offer continuous growth opportunities and training programs.

• MOstay: Enjoy complimentary stays and exclusive rates in Mandarin Oriental properties worldwide.

• Health & Wellness: Access to wellness programs to support your well-being.

Additional Benefits

• Staff canteen with a variety of meals.

• Access to a learning platform for professional development.

• Clean and ironed uniforms provided by our laundry team.

• A young, fun, and multicultural work environment.

• Complimentary stays and special staff rates.

• Coffee & tea available anytime at our Coffee Corner.

• Electric scooter & bike parking.

• Team-building activities and staff events throughout the year.

• Weekly physiotherapy sessions.

• A paid day off on your birthday.

We’re Fans. Are you?

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.