Executive Chinese Chef

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 781,000 - 1,116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

MOstay

Health & Colleague Wellness

Retirement Plans

Learning & Development

Job summary

Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong invites an Executive Chinese Chef to lead the Man Wah Kitchen, overseeing Cantonese dining standards aligned with the hotel's strategic direction.

You will head kitchen operations, drive menu development, ensure quality and cost control, and mentor culinary teams in a luxury setting with a focus on excellence and innovation.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of relevant culinary experience in Chinese cuisine, with 3-5 years in a senior leadership role
• Proven track record in leading high-end Chinese restaurants, Michelin star experience preferred
• Formal training from a recognized culinary institution is preferred
• Strong focus on menu development, quality control, cost management and kitchen operations

Responsibilities

• Implement operating policies for Man Wah Restaurant and Chinese banqueting
• Formulate direction for Chinese cuisines for Man Wah Restaurant and Chinese banqueting
• Monitor food cost and quality to maintain gross margin and production
• Establish Chinese kitchen management policies and daily operation scope
• Gather customer opinions and market info to create seasonal dishes
• Supervise kitchen production and daily operations
• Supervise HACCP for food hygiene and safety standards
• Host daily kitchen meetings to align with hotel policies and guest opinions
• Review equipment use and set annual purchase plans
• Job description reviewed regularly for hotel and personal development

Skills

Leadership

Michelin-starred

Menu development

Quality control

Cost management

Chinese cuisine

Cantonese & Mandarin

English optional

Education

Professional culinary qualifications in Chinese cuisine

Job description

Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kongis looking for an Executive Chinese Chef to join our Man Wah Kitchen 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 recognized 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, Hong Kong is the group's flagship hotel, and an icon in its own right. Having delighted guests with award-winning service and impressive facilities since 1963, it is the much-loved address for those seeking an exclusive sanctuary in the heart of this exciting metropolis. Besides 447 luxurious guest rooms and suites, the hotel features a Club Lounge as well as an extensive SPA and wellness area. In addition to its 13 banqueting spaces, Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong is home to nine highly individual bars and restaurants, including much-loved greats and one Michelin-star venue, offering guests a series of elevated dining experiences This iconic hotel is the epitome of contemporary luxury combined with Oriental heritage. We believe that our colleagues play an integral role in our success and are committed to providing a caring, motivating and rewarding working environment.

In additional, Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong is embarking upon a transformative renovation with an investment over USD100 million and will be unveiling new and enhanced offerings incorporating new elegant guest accommodation designs, and the introduction of exciting dining and wellness experiences, including the arrival of globally renowned chefs, Daniel Boulud and Daniele Cason in 2026.

About the job

Basedat Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong withinFood & Beverage Division in Hong Kong, the Executive Chinese Chef is responsible for providing strong leadership and culinary vision to uphold exceptional Cantonese dining standards in alignment with the Hotel’s strategic direction. The Executive Chinese Chef reports to the Executive Chef.

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

• Responsible for the implementation of the relevant operating policies for Man Wah Restaurant and Chinese Banqueting
• Responsible for formulating the direction and guidelines for the Chinese cuisines for Man Wah Restaurant and Chinese Banqueting
• Monitor the food cost and quality of Man Wah Restaurant and Chinese Banqueting, so as to maintain a good gross margin and production
• Establish Chinese kitchen management policies, the scope of duties at all levels, and ensure daily operation arrangements
• Collect customer opinions, market, and the latest industry information, create and launch seasonal dishes regularly
• Supervise and direct kitchen production and daily operations
• Supervise and direct (HACCP) work to ensure that all food meets food hygiene and safety standards
• Host daily kitchen meetings, so that colleagues at all levels of various sections can understand hotel policies, guest opinions and coordinate daily and emergency work arrangements
• Review the use of equipment and appliances in each section to set up an annual relevant purchase plan
• In order to cooperate with the hotel and personal development, this job description will be reviewed regularly

As Executive Chinese Chef, we expect from you:

• Minimum 8-10 years of relevant culinary experience in Chinese cuisine, with at least 3-5 years in a senior leadership role, preferably within a luxury hotel or Michelin-starred establishment
• Proven track record in leading high-end Chinese restaurants, with demonstrated success in achieving or maintaining Michelin star recognition; experience in pursuing a second Michelin star is a strong advantage
• Professional culinary qualifications or relevant certifications in Chinese cuisine; formal training from a recognized culinary institution is preferred
• Solid expertise in menu development, quality control, cost management, and kitchen operations, with a strong focus on excellence and consistency
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative and results-driven mindset
• Fluent in spoken Cantonese and Mandarin; good command of English is preferred

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 worklife 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.

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