Sous Chef

Mandarin Oriental, Singapore is looking for an Sous Chef to join our Cherry Garden kitchen 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, Singapore is a sanctuary of luxury and sophistication overlooking the iconic Marina Bay.   

About the job

Based at the Mandarin Oriental, Singapore within the Kitchen Department in, the Sous Chef must demonstrate proficiency at producing consistent, quality dishes in accordance with the standards set by the Chef de Cuisine. 

As Sous Chef, you will be responsible for the following duties: 

• Run the various sections in the kitchen 

• Assist Chef with ordering, stock rotation, teaching and training of colleagues as well as keeping an eye on production 

• Supply input with menus and recipes if needed

• Maintain a high standard of service at all times 

• Ensure that all Health and Safety legislation and guidelines are implemented, adhered to and reviewed regularly, in respect of kitchen production, employees, machinery, equipment and hygiene 

• Produce all dishes and recipes to a high standard of presentation 

• Ensure all dishes are served at the correct portion size, quality and temperature 

• Share responsibility with the Assistant Restaurant Chef for preparing kitchen-cleaning rosters, supervising cleaning schedules and signing off on a weekly basis 

• Keep watch over various sections for the preparation, presentation and quality of food 

• Ensure proper care and preparation is being upheld among the colleagues 

• Monitor the order and storage of products and delivering the goods 

• Responsible for receiving food and supplies, controlling and monitoring their temperatures, organizing the cooling and storage areas 

• Assist in the rotation of products using the stickers and labels to avoid the product damage and minimize losses 

• Ensure that all areas (inclusive of stewarding area) are clean, tidy, well managed and maintained   

As Sous Chef, we expect from you:

• Minimum 3 years of related experience (5-day work week)

• Able to work rotating shifts and on weekends

• Able to work under pressure, for extended hours in a humid and hot environment

• Able to work in a standing position for up to 8 hours

• Able to reach, bend, stoop and frequent lift up to 15kg or more; and occasionally lift/move 25kg

• Ability to multi-task

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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