Executive Pastry Chef

Executive Pastry Chef

Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo is looking for
an Executive Pastry Chef to join our Kitchens 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, Tokyo, is a refined luxury sanctuary
in the heart of Nihonbashi, blending sleek modern design with Japan’s timeless
elegance.

With panoramic views of the Tokyo skyline and Mount Fuji, the hotel offers
an oasis of calm above the bustling city. Known for its world-class dining,
including Michelin-starred restaurants, a serene spa with Japanese-inspired
treatments and impeccable service, Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo provides a deeply
immersive experience that celebrates Japanese culture and the Mandarin Oriental
brand's commitment to excellence and grace.

About
the job

Based at the Mandarin Oriental, Tokyo, within the Kitchens
Department, the Executive Pastry Chef is responsible for the below
duties.

The Executive Pastry Chef reports to Executive
Chef.

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

. Operational Management

• Oversee all pastry and bakery production across the hotel, including:
  
  
  • Gourmet Shop
  • Banquets and Events
  • Afternoon Tea
  
  
  • Breakfast Operations
• All Restaurant Outlets pastry,
  bakery, and dessert concepts
• Ensure consistent quality, taste,
  and presentation of all products
• Monitor portion control and adherence
  to standardized recipes
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness,
  hygiene, and food safety
• Daily and weekly meetings
• Monthly
  operational meetings
• Ensuring action points are actually
  implemented

2. Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, train, and supervise all pastry and bakery team members


• Foster a positive and professional working environment
• Conduct
  performance evaluations and provide continuous feedback
• Manage staff
  scheduling and workforce planning
• Ensure compliance with disciplinary
  and grievance procedures

3. Financial Responsibility

• Manage and control:
  • Food cost
  • Daily requisitions
  
  
  • Inventory control responsibility
  • Stock management discipline
  
  
  • Labor budget ownership
  • Manpower distribution across sections
  
  
  • Adjustments based on business levels Kitchen supplies and equipment
  
  
  • Energy consumption
• Optimize profitability through
  efficient operations and cost-conscious decision-making
• Support
  strategic purchasing initiatives in collaboration with the Executive Chef


• Find ways to improve operational efficiency

4.

Product Development & Innovation

• Develop and introduce new
  pastry, bakery, and dessert concepts
• Stay updated on industry trends
  and innovations in pastry arts
• Enhance product presentation
  and merchandising across all outlets
• Drive creativity for seasonal
  offerings and promotions
• Buffet and retail display enhancement


• Showpieces and visual merchandising responsibility
• Constantly
  upgrading presentation

5. Planning & Coordination

• Collaborate with the Executive Chef and outlet managers on:
  • Menu
    planning
  • Promotions and marketing initiatives
  • Event
    execution
• Ensure timely implementation of new menus
  and concepts
• Monitor follow-up on operational action points
  from meetings

6. Guest Experience & Quality
Assurance

• Ensure products meet Mandarin Oriental’s luxury
  standards
• Respond to guest feedback and implement improvements where
  necessary
• Maintain a strong focus on guest satisfaction and brand
  excellence

7. Compliance & Safety

• Ensure
  compliance with all:
  • Health and food safety regulations
  • Fire
    and safety standards
  • Company policies and procedures


• Promote sustainability and energy-saving initiatives within
  the department
• Ensure adherence to grooming and professional
  standards

Key Competencies

• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Advanced pastry
  and bakery expertise
• Financial and business acumen
• Creativity
  and innovation mindset
• Excellent organizational and communication
  skills
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality

Success Criteria

• Consistent delivery
  of high-quality pastry products across all outlets
• Effective cost
  control and achievement of budget targets
• Strong team performance
  and engagement
• Continuous innovation and product improvement


• High levels of guest satisfaction

Additional
Notes

Mandarin Oriental reserves the right to modify this job
description to meet operational needs and business
requirements.

Our commitment to you:

Mandarin
Oriental benefits

• 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.
• Health & 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.

Local benefits :

• Competitive salary and benefits
  packages
• Medical/accident insurance
• Transportation
  and accommodation allowance
• Annual Leaves
• Annual Bonus

Food portfolio needs to be attached with CV for your
application.

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