Cook II

Job Summary

Key Responsibilities

• Support the preparation of hot and cold food items, sauces, garnishes, buffet items, à la carte dishes, and event preparations according to recipes, instructions, and quality standards.
• Complete daily mise en place tasks and ensure ingredients are ready for production and service.
• Assist in basic food preparation, cooking techniques, mise en place, portioning, plating, and service execution while developing technical confidence and consistency.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe workstations, equipment, and storage areas.
• Follow HACCP, food safety, labeling, storage, and FIFO procedures at all times.
• Assist with receiving, storing, and checking stock levels, informing senior chefs of shortages.
• Support various outlets, buffet, à la carte, banquet, and special event operations as assigned by senior chefs.
• Work efficiently during busy periods while following instructions and service priorities.
• Participate in kitchen training, briefings, and development activities.
• Uphold Mandarin Oriental grooming, conduct, and teamwork standards.

Education & Experience

• High School qualification or equivalent required.
• Culinary diploma or professional culinary training is preferred.
• Basic food hygiene training is preferred.

Skills & Requirements

• Knowledge of general kitchen operations, mise en place, cooking methods, and service flow.
• Basic knowledge of food preparation, knife skills, cooking techniques, and kitchen organization.
• Ability to follow recipes, portion standards, and instructions from senior chefs.
• Understanding of food safety, hygiene, HACCP, and proper storage procedures.
• Able to work efficiently during busy service periods with supervision.
• Good attention to detail and commitment to consistent quality.
• Positive attitude with willingness to learn and support colleagues.
• Good verbal communication skills in English; additional languages are an advantage.
• Physically fit and flexible to work long hours, weekends, and public holidays.