Kitchen Receiver

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group Limited; Dubai; On-site; AED 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hotel group in Dubai is seeking a Kitchen Receiver to manage food and non-food deliveries while supporting the culinary team. The ideal candidate will have culinary experience, preferably in a 5-star environment. This role requires strong operational focus and attention to food safety standards. The company offers competitive salary and benefits aligned with the UAE industry standards.

Benefits

Learning & Development programs

Complimentary nights through MOstay

Health and wellness programs

Comfortable accommodation

Competitive salary and benefits

Qualifications

• Experience as a Kitchen Receiver in a high-volume restaurant or catering is preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years culinary experience in a 5-star hotel or free-standing restaurant.

Responsibilities

• Receives and inspects food and non-food deliveries.
• Maintains cleanliness and organization in receiving and storage areas.
• Supports kitchen teams in daily operational checks.

Skills

Operational focus

Teamwork

Communication skills

Knowledge of food hygiene

Education

High School qualification or equivalent

Degree in Hospitality/Culinary art

Job description

Mandarin Oriental Downtown, Dubai is looking for a Kitchen Receiver 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 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.

Nestled in the city’s heart, Mandarin Oriental Downtown, Dubai offers a stunning fusion of modern design with a touch of oriental flair, redefining hospitality standards. With unparalleled views of Dubai's skyline, the iconic Burj Khalifa, and the sparkling Arabian Sea, this urban retreat offers 224 luxury Residences and 259 Rooms & Suites. Going beyond traditional hospitality, Mandarin Oriental Downtown, Dubai is not just a hotel but a lifestyle destination, offering relaxation, luxury, and memorable experiences.

About the job

Based at the Mandarin Oriental Downtown, Dubai within the Culinary department in Dubai, the Kitchen Receiver is responsible to carry out and partially supervise operational tasks and duties in the Receiving under the guidance of the respective Senior Chefs, with the overall objective to receive, check and organise all food and non‑food items in Receiving in a timely manner as per quality and food safety standard. Kitchen Receiver reports to the Sous Chef.

Responsibilities

• Receives, inspects, and records all food and non‑food deliveries, ensuring compliance with hotel standards, HACCP, and food safety regulations.
• Properly labels, dates, and stores goods under correct temperature conditions while maintaining cleanliness and order in receiving and storage areas.
• Ensures hygiene and sanitation of tools, equipment, and work areas in accordance with food safety and UAE Municipality regulations.
• Supports kitchen and stewarding teams in maintaining cleanliness, stock organisation, and daily operational checks.
• Participates in meetings and training sessions, assisting other departments and performing duties as assigned by superiors.
• Demonstrates strong operational focus, physical capability, teamwork, communication skills, and knowledge of stock control, equipment use, and food hygiene.

Qualifications

• High School qualification or equivalent.
• Degree or Higher National Diploma in Hospitality/Culinary art is preferred.
• Experience as a Kitchen Receiver in a high‑volume restaurant or catering company with the highest levels of service preferred.
• A minimum of 2 years culinary experience working in a 5‑star hotel or free‑standing restaurant.

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.
• 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.
• Colleague Comfort and Convenience: Benefit from comfortable accommodation, duty transportation, and duty meals to ensure your work experience is both enjoyable and hassle‑free.
• Competitive Salary and Benefits. We offer a competitive salary and an attractive benefits package, fully aligned with UAE industry standards, to ensure your financial well‑being and stability.

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