Executive Pastry Chef
Mandarin Oriental New York
is looking for an Executive Pastry Chef to join our 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.
A stunning
fusion of modern design with stylish oriental flair,
href="http://www.mandarinoriental.com/newyork/" target="_blank">Mandarin
Oriental, New York features
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target="_blank">244 elegant guestrooms and suites — all with breath-taking
views of Manhattan and Five-Star hospitality.
Luxurious amenities include MO Lounge, all-day dining overlooking Central Park
and the Manhattan skyline; a 14,500 square-foot
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target="_blank">Five-Star Mandarin
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target="_blank">Oriental Spa; and a state-of-the-art fitness center with
a 75-foot lap pool.
In addition, there is premium meeting and event space, including a
href="http://www.mandarinoriental.com/newyork/hotel-venues/meeting-facilities/"
target="_blank">6,000 square-foot pillar-less ballroom with three walls
of windows overlooking Central Park.
About the job
Based
at the Mandarin Oriental New York within the Culinary Department in New York
City, the Executive Pastry Chef is responsible for the management and leadership
of the Pastry operations of the hotel. The Executive Pastry Chef reports to
the Executive Chef.
As Executive Pastry Chef, you
will responsible for the following duties:
- Prepare in accordance
with quality, availability, and seasonality and ensure market lists
are completed on a daily and weekly basis - Work with Executive Chef
and Executive Sous Chef on all pastry menus and programs within the hotel
- Coordination of large events and functions, ensure food standards
and presentation are maintained and always improved, organize food production
in an cost effective and hygienic manner - Weekly schedule generation
for pastry tournants, assist in recruitment, training and discipline of all
kitchen staff, constantly strive to improve operating procedures, find methods
of reducing costs without affecting the level of service or product received
by the guests - Controlling & being accountable to the effort
in achieving both Food & Labor Cost Goal - Control food cost
by maintaining food standards at reasonable cost through liaison with
the Purchasing Department to check prices, market price fluctuation, quality,
etc.
NOTE: The above is not an all-inclusive list of job
duties and responsibilities. Mandarin Oriental, New York reserves the right
to add, delete, change or modify the job duties and responsibilities described
in this job description at its discretion
As
Executive Pastry Chef, we expect from you:
- Minimum of 5
years in the luxury hotel culinary business - Minimum of Three years
Management Experience As Pastry Sous Chef or Pastry Chef
- Possess a good written and verbal command of the English Language.
- Possess a pleasant and outgoing personality
- Thorough knowledge
or Pastry Arts and Techniques - Thorough knowledge of centerpiece design
with a number of mediums - Proficient chocolatier
- Working
knowledge of beverages - Extensive knowledge of kitchen equipment
- Working knowledge of mathematics for recipes, ordering, and financial
research purposes - Working knowledge of computers and basic
software - Work well under high stress conditions
- Ability
to dictate responsibility, pay attention to detail, handle multiple tasks
and show a high level of patience
Physical
Requirements
- Stand/Walk 8 – 12 hours a day
- Sit 8 - 12
hours a day
Occasionally = 1/3 of the workday, frequently = 2/3
of the workday
- Lift or Carry 0-20 pounds frequently
- Lift
or Carry 21-50 pounds occasionally - Lift or Carry 51-100 pounds
occasionally - Bend frequently
- Squat frequently
- Kneel
occasionally - Climb occasionally
- Reach above shoulders
occasionally - Perform repetitive hand motions frequently
Other Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand
and work in continuously in confined spaces for long periods of time
- Possess Sufficient dexterity to use all kitchen equipment
- Ability
to lift, bend, stoop, walk, push, and pull heavy equipment for long periods
of time - Ability to perform all duties in extreme temperature
ranges
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.
Salary
and Benefits:
- Salary $120,000 to $126,000 yearly
- A
competitive benefits package, including health, dental and vision, 401(K),
etc
It is Company policy to comply with the Americans
with Disabilities Act, including by providing reasonable accommodations that
do not constitute an undue hardship on the Company. Colleagues or candidates
should direct requests for accommodation to the Director of People
and Culture.
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