Head Pastry Chef

Mandarin Oriental Mayfair, London is looking for a Head Pastry Chef to join the 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 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 Mayfair is situated on Hanover Square, Mayfair’s oldest square recently re-born, the hotel will provide a calming, discreet sanctuary for hotel guests, while delivering a contemporary and vibrant atmosphere in the public spaces.

About the job

Based at the Mandarin Oriental Mayfair within the Culinary Department in London, the Head Pastry Chef will play an integral part in facilitating an experience like London has never known. By working through Chef Akira Back’s world famous dishes and operational strategy, you will be leading the best-known outlet kitchen brigade.

As Head Pastry Chef you will responsible for the following duties:

• Executing Akira Back’s standardized dishes according to the recipes and user guide.

• Overseeing all kitchen activity for pastry offering, Akira Back Restaurant, In-Room Dining, ABar Lounge, Abar Rooftop and Dosa.
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• Be responsible for weekly kitchen schedule, reviewing manpower level in accordance of projected business demand.
• Delegating properly and managing the team efficiently in a high volume atmosphere catering to a high profile clientele. 

As Head Pastry Chef, we expect from you: 

• Responsible in development and maintenance of all policies, procedures, and quality standard within the department, utilizing a continuous improvement approach to ensure a high quality, cost effective and customer focused operation.
• Adhere to all legal requirements, regulations, and guidelines.
• Adhere to all environment policies and programs as required.

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.
• A competitive salary and benefits packages
• Great F&B discounts in Mandarin Oriental Mayfair, London & our London sister property; Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London
• Discounts at 700+ Retailers & Supermarkets

We’re Fans. Are you?

DIVERSITY & INCLUSION.

We believe a diverse and inclusive culture is better for everyone. Bringing individuals together is essential to the long-term success of our people, our business and the societies and economies in which we operate.

All colleagues, regardless of ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, background or religion, should be treated fairly and with respect, should be given equal opportunities, and be valued for the contributions they make in their roles. No form of bullying, intimidation, discrimination or harassment of others will be tolerated.

Please note, all candidates applying for this role must have obtained the right to work and live in the UK. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from candidates as part of the recruitment process.