Italian Specialty Chef – Luxury Kitchen & Growth

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group Limited; Manila; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning & Development

MOstay

Heath & Colleague Wellness

Job summary

Mandarin Oriental Makati, a forthcoming 5-star luxury hotel in Manila, seeks a Speciality Chef - Italian Cuisine to lead the Italian culinary program for dining outlets and banquets. You will craft authentic and contemporary Italian offerings, train colleagues, and ensure top-tier quality and guest satisfaction in a fast-paced luxury setting.

As a member of a preopening team, you will collaborate with senior culinary leadership to standardize recipes, manage costs, and uphold HACCP and safety

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Culinary Arts, Hospitality Management, or related field.
• 3-5 years of experience specializing in Italian cuisine within a luxury hotel, upscale restaurant, resort, or renowned Italian dining establishment.
• Strong knowledge of regional Italian cuisines, ingredients, cooking methods, and culinary traditions.
• Expertise in preparing fresh pasta, risotto, pizza, sauces, seafood, meats, and traditional Italian desserts.
• Proven experience in menu development, recipe standardization, and food cost management.
• Comprehensive understanding of food safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and team development abilities.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present authentic Italian dishes in accordance with established recipes, standards, and guest expectations.
• Develop and innovate Italian menus, seasonal specialties, and promotional offerings that align with the hotel's culinary vision.
• Ensure all food items are prepared with the highest standards of quality, taste, presentation, and consistency.
• Oversee the preparation of Italian specialties including fresh pasta, risotto, pizza, sauces, antipasti, seafood, meat dishes, and desserts.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef and Culinary leadership team in menu planning, recipe standardization, and cost management initiatives.
• Monitor and maintain proper food handling, storage, sanitation, and hygiene practices in compliance with HACCP and local regulations.
• Conduct regular quality checks on ingredients, mise en place, and finished products.
• Assist in forecasting, inventory management, and ordering of Italian specialty ingredients and kitchen supplies.
• Optimize food costs and minimize waste through effective planning and portion control.
• Train, mentor, and guide culinary colleagues on Italian cooking techniques, preparation methods, and presentation standards.
• Stay informed of emerging culinary trends and innovations in Italian gastronomy.
• Support banquet, catering, and special event requirements involving Italian cuisine.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient work environment at all times.
• Ensure all kitchen equipment is used correctly and maintained in good working condition.
• Foster teamwork and promote a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the Culinary team.

Skills

Italian cuisine

Menu development

Food cost management

Leadership

HACCP knowledge

Time management

Communication

Education

Diploma in Culinary Arts

Hospitality Management degree

Job description

Mandarin Oriental Makati, a forthcoming 5-star luxury hotel in Manila, seeks a Speciality Chef - Italian Cuisine to lead the Italian culinary program for dining outlets and banquets. You will craft authentic and contemporary Italian offerings, train colleagues, and ensure top-tier quality and guest satisfaction in a fast-paced luxury setting.

As a member of a preopening team, you will collaborate with senior culinary leadership to standardize recipes, manage costs, and uphold HACCP and safety