Chef de Cuisine - The Verandah

Negotiable
Experience
Unlimited
Job Type
Full Time
Location
Thailand, Bangkok
Job Description
Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok is looking for a Chef de Cuisine - The Verandah
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.

The renovated River Wing enhances our iconic Thai-inspired elegance
and resort-like serenity.

About the job

Based
at Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok, dining is more than a meal, it’s a story, a mood
and a moment. Verandah is our all-day dining destination where modern culinary
craftsmanship meets relaxed elegance, celebrating fresh ingredients, bold
flavors and vibrant hospitality.

We are seeking a passionate
and brand-driven Chef de Cuisine to lead Verandah into its next chapter.


As Chef de Cuisine, you are the creative and operational leader of Verandah’s
kitchen, bringing the brand vision to life through food that is consistent
and inspiring. You will shape menus, develop talent and ensure every plate
reflects our commitment to quality, experience and innovation.


Responsibilities

Brand & Culinary Leadership


  • Translate the Verandah and MOBKK brand identity into a compelling culinary
    offering
  • Design and evolve seasonal, trend-aware menus that balance
    creativity with commercial success
  • Deliver a guest experience that
    is memorable, consistent and on brand

Kitchen Operations


  • Lead day-to-day kitchen operations with a focus on quality, efficiency
    and consistency
  • Maintain exceptional standards in food safety, hygiene
    and compliance
  • Manage cost controls including food cost, wastage
    and inventory

People & Culture

  • Build, mentor
    and inspire a high-performing kitchen team
  • Foster a culture aligned
    with MOBKK values.
  • Identify and develop future culinary talent

Collaboration & Innovation

  • Work closely with Front
    of House, Marketing and Leadership teams to deliver cohesive guest
    experiences
  • Contribute to brand storytelling through activations,
    promotions and events
  • Stay ahead of industry trends, bringing fresh
    ideas to the table

As Chef de Cuisine, we expect you
to have:

  • Proven experience as a Chef de Cuisine or Senior
    Sous Chef in a high-volume, lifestyle-driven dining environment
  • A
    brand-led mindset, understand how food shapes identity and guest perception

  • Strong leadership and coaching skills with a passion for developing
    teams
  • Commercial acumen with experience managing budgets and kitchen
    performance
  • Creative, hands-on, and detail-oriented with a commitment
    to excellence

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
  • Hotel Gym

We’re Fans. Are you?


Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group is a well-known luxury hotel group. It was founded in 1963 and is headquartered in Hong Kong, China, under the Jardine Matheson Group. The group's brand logo is a folding fan with 11 segments. In 2025, the group upgraded its brand identity with a modern fan design, simplified text, and custom fonts, while also introducing new colors like celadon green and launching a new member app. As of 2025, the group operates 43 hotels in 27 countries and regions and manages several residential projects.