Executive Chef

Mandarin Oriental, Shenzhen is looking for a Executive Chef to join our Food & Beverage 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.

The 178-room Mandarin Oriental, Shenzhen is situated in one of the prime spots in the southern city, in the stunning UpperHills building, with a panoramic perspective of the city’s soaring skyline and lush parklands. With easy downtown access, Mandarin Oriental, Shenzhen, has a total of eight restaurants and bars, including a gourmet Cantonese outlet helmed by acclaimed celebrity Chef Fei, as well as a best-in-class Spa and Wellness facilities including a dramatic indoor swimming pool. Well known for its uncompromising levels of personalised and bespoke services, Mandarin oriental, Shenzhen was recognised as the first Forbes travel guide five-star hotel of the city.

About the job

Based at the Mandarin Oriental, Shenzhen within the Food & Beverage Division in Shenzhen, The Executive Chef is responsible for leading and collaborating with the Food & Beverage management team and culinary colleagues to ensure the successful operation of specific dining outlets. This role drives excellence in culinary execution, guest and colleague satisfaction, and operational efficiency, while continuously enhancing service standards and maximizing financial performance across all areas of responsibility. Executive Chef reports to Director of Restaurants, Bars & Experiences , Operations.

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

• Oversee culinary operations for Bazaar Kitchen, Banquets, Lian Lounge, In-Room Dining and MO Bar.
• Be responsible for menu development, concept execution, and culinary innovation
• Co-operate with and drive forward the implementations of minimum operating standards in all RB&E kitchens through close follow-up with Outlet Managers
• Foster a strong culture of learning and professional development by inspiring culinary colleagues to actively engage in training initiatives and continuous growth opportunities
• Collaborate closely with the Learning & Development department to identify, develop, and address departmental training and development needs, ensuring the continuous enhancement of culinary skills, knowledge, and performance standards.

As Executive Chef, we expect from you: 

• Extensive experience in luxury hospitality, preferably gained within internationally recognized hotel brands and fine dining establishments.
• Deep understanding of local guest preferences, dining trends, and evolving market expectations
• Capable of working effectively within a complex organizational structure, collaborating closely with multiple stakeholders
• Dynamic and highly adaptable leader with strong cultural alignment and team engagement capabilities
• A hands-on culinary leader who leads by example, maintains a strong presence in the kitchen, and works closely alongside the team
• Good command of both spoken and written English

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.

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