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Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group

17d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior, Mid & Senior Level
  • Hospitality & Retail
    Education & Teaching
  • Abu Dhabi

AI generated summary

  • You must have extensive hotel kitchen experience, preferably international and resort. A culinary degree is preferred. Knowledge of food presentation, sanitation, and equipment maintenance is essential, along with good English skills.
  • You will manage kitchen operations, maintain sanitation and safety standards, ensure equipment cleanliness, control quality and waste, and respond to emergencies while supporting team tasks.

Requirements

  • Extensive experience in the kitchen field in the hotel industry. Must have international kitchen experience, resort experience will be a plus.
  • Postgraduate and/or Hotel Management School / Apprenticeship. Master’s degree preferred but not required
  • General Skills: Must have knowledge about cooking and presentation of food for all departments in this kitchen, must have full knowledge of sanitation requirements in handling food
  • Technical Skills: To ensure that kitchen operating equipment is maintained in good standards
  • Language: Required to have good English when it comes to understanding, Speaking, and Writing

Responsibilities

  • To run the day-to-day operations of the assigned kitchen section together with the Chef de Partie
  • To ensure that the sanitation standards are followed as set by Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi, and local authorities
  • To assist in proper maintenance and cleanliness of all food preparation equipment
  • To ensure a safe working environment for all kitchen staff.
  • To follow control systems that will ensure quality and portion consistency
  • To store items properly at the end of the shift using the FIFO system
  • To ensure a clean, neat, and organized working area
  • To ensure HACCP is implemented and practiced
  • To ensure that food wastage control is being followed
  • To handle and report any accident to your immediate supervisor
  • Respond properly in any hotel emergency or safety situation
  • To follow proper uniform procedures
  • To perform other tasks or projects assigned by hotel management and supervisor

FAQs

What are the main responsibilities of a Demi Chef De Partie?

The main responsibilities include running daily operations of the assigned kitchen section, ensuring sanitation standards, maintaining cleanliness of food preparation equipment, providing a safe working environment, controlling food quality and portion consistency, and following proper storage procedures.

What qualifications are required for the Demi Chef De Partie position?

Candidates should have extensive experience in the kitchen field within the hotel industry, preferably including international and resort experience. A postgraduate or hotel management school education is preferred, and knowledge of cooking, food presentation, and sanitation requirements is essential.

Is prior management experience necessary for this role?

While specific management experience may not be required, candidates should have a strong understanding of kitchen operations and the ability to assist in maintaining a safe and organized working environment.

What language skills are required for this position?

Good proficiency in English is required, particularly in understanding, speaking, and writing.

What safety protocols must be followed in this role?

It is essential to follow sanitation standards set by the hotel and local authorities, implement HACCP procedures, handle food properly to minimize wastage, and respond appropriately in emergency situations.

Will I be responsible for mentoring other kitchen staff?

While the primary focus is on assisting the Chef de Partie and managing your section, mentoring or guiding junior staff may be part of your responsibilities, depending on the team dynamics.

What operating systems or procedures should I know?

Knowledge of the FIFO (First In, First Out) system for inventory management, HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point) procedures, and general sanitation and safety protocols in food handling is important for this role.

Are there opportunities for career advancement in this position?

Yes, there are opportunities for career advancement, as the Demi Chef De Partie role is a stepping stone to higher positions within the culinary team, such as Chef de Partie or Sous Chef.

Are uniforms provided for this position?

Yes, proper uniforms are provided, and it is essential to follow the uniform procedures outlined by the hotel.

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Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group

Travel & Leisure
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1963
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group is the award-winning owner and operator of some of the world’s most luxurious hotels, resorts and residences. Having grown from its Asian roots into a global brand, the Group now operates 36 hotels and 7 residences in 23 countries and territories, with each property reflecting the Group’s oriental heritage and unique sense of place. Mandarin Oriental has a strong pipeline of hotels and residences under development, and is a member of the Jardine Matheson Group. Mandarin Oriental’s aim is to be recognized widely as the best global luxury hotel group, providing 21st century luxury with oriental charm in each of its hotels. This will be achieved by investing in the Group’s exceptional facilities and its people, while maximizing profitability and long-term shareholder value. The Group regularly receives recognition and awards for outstanding service and quality management. The strategy of the Group is to open the hotels currently under development, while continuing to seek further selective opportunities for expansion around the world. The parent company, Mandarin Oriental International Limited, is incorporated in Bermuda and has a premium listing on the London Stock Exchange, with secondary listings in Bermuda and Singapore. Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group International Limited, which operates from Hong Kong, manages the activities of the Group’s hotels. Mandarin Oriental is a member of the Jardine Matheson Group.