Executive Sous Chef

Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok is looking for a Executive Sous Chef to join our Food Preparation Department 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 Hotel Group 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, Bangkok – For over 150 years, this legendary riverside hotel has welcomed travelers seeking exceptional luxury, style, and service. Recently reopened, the renovated River Wing enhances our iconic Thai-inspired elegance and resort-like serenity.

About the job

Based at Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok within the Food Preparation Department, the Executive Sous Chef is the deputy of the Executive Chef and oversees all operational aspects of the Food Preparation division. The reports are directly to the Executive Chef.

Responsibilities:

• To control all aspects of the operation during the absence of the Executive Chef
• To manage the culinary team to produce consistently high-quality food production and presentation in all outlets and facilities of the hotel.
• Ensure consistent quality of all food purchased, monitoring quality, value and costs.
• Maintain operating food cost percentages at agreed levels.
• Train and develop all employees in team.
• Train and develop all culinary team members to operate to the required standards as established by the hotel.
• Ensure that all department trainers plan and implement continuous effective training for colleagues.
• Ensure safety and hygiene training with all colleagues in the department.

As Executive Sous Chef, we expect you to have:

• Culinary certificate and accredited continuing education requirement.
• Minimum of 3 years specialising in the area of expertise.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in similar positions in recognized properties/ restaurants.
• Passionate, committed, creative, flexible and a team player with high energy level.
• Ability to perform duties under pressure.
• Computer literate and HACCP knowledge.
• Fluency in English is required. Proficiency in Thai or other languages relevant to the market would be beneficial.

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.
• Medical Benefits and Group Insurance

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