Pastry Sous Chef

Mandarin Oriental Punta Negra, Mallorca is looking for a Pastry Sous Chef 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 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 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.

Set against the stunning backdrop of Puerto Portals, Mandarin Oriental Punta Negra pulses with the vibrant spirit of Mallorca. Here, subtle and emotional luxury seamlessly blend with the island’s natural beauty and energy, offering a place where inspiration flows effortlessly. Celebrate the essence of Mallorca through bespoke experiences, dynamic culinary journeys, and rejuvenating wellness - each designed to immerse you in the island’s vibrant atmosphere and extraordinary offerings.

About the job

Based at Mandarin Oriental Punta Negra, Mallorca, as the Pastry Sous Chef, you will be responsible to oversee all day-to-day operations of the pastry and bakery section of the kitchen such as cakes, cookies, pies and bread following traditional and modern recipes.

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

- Develop new recipes and innovate and develop new and exciting deserts to enhance the hotel´s menu and engage customers
- Decorating pastries using different icings to ensure beautiful and appealing presentations
- Assist the Executive Pastry Chef with administrative duties, including scheduling and general team administration.
- Inventory management, monitor and order ingredients and supplies needed for the pastry section.
- Health and safety compliance, ensure the pastry section adheres to health and safety regulations.
- Collaboration, work closely with the Executive Pastry Chef and other Kitchen staff to ensure the quality of the products.

As Pastry Sous Chef, we expect from you:
Experience and education
- Culinary School/ University Degree with at least 2-3 years’ experience as a pastry chef, ideally in Luxury Hospitality.

Technical Skills
- Baking Techniques: Mastering the fundamentals of baking.
- Flavor Combination: Balancing and combining flavors to create innovative pastries.
- Patisserie Expertise: Specializing in making a variety of pastries, desserts, breads, and baked goods.
- Chocolate Sculpting & Sugar Artistry: Crafting intricate designs using chocolate and sugar.
- Food Safety (HACCP): Maintaining a clean, sanitary work environment and adhering to food safety standards.
- Menu Development: Creation of menu items in collaboration with the Executive Pastry Chef.
- Plating Desserts: Designing and presenting desserts in an aesthetically pleasing manner.

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.

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