Restaurants, Bars & Experiences Sushi Head Chef - Strawfire

Role overview

Culinary and outlet responsibilities

• Create distinctive, high-quality food offerings that represent the Mandarin Oriental brand and introduce new dishes and products.
• Communicate sushi production status to the Executive Chef and implement seasonal menu changes.
• Assist with special events and promotions; ensure the sushi section provides outstanding service during restaurant service and events.
• Execute recipes and menu items correctly; maintain knowledge of ingredients, equipment, suppliers, markets, and current trends.
• Maintain kitchen and personal hygiene and uphold food quality standards.
• Attend meetings and training required by the Executive Chef.

Team, budget, and safety responsibilities

• Report staff matters and recommend promotions, transfers, and other personnel actions; support departmental performance and future staffing plans.
• Assess kitchen staff training needs, implement training programs, and contribute to probation and performance appraisals.
• Approve leave in consideration of hotel occupancy and assist with preparation and management of the department budget.
• Follow occupational health and safety procedures, ensure direct reports do the same, and take action to correct or report hazards.
• Work flexibly according to business demand.

Experience and qualifications

• Ten years of kitchen experience in the hotel industry, including international kitchen experience.
• Postgraduate qualification, hotel management school education, or an apprenticeship; a master’s degree is preferred but not required.
• Extensive sushi knowledge and full knowledge of sanitation requirements in food handling.
• High creativity, quality standards, leadership, training, communication, and organizational skills.
• Strong attention to detail, commitment to quality, and good interpersonal skills.

Colleague benefits

• Learning and development programmes are offered for career growth.
• The MOstay programme offers complimentary nights and discounted room rates for colleagues and their loved ones.
• Health benefits and wellness programmes are available to colleagues.
• Retirement plans vary depending on length of service and role.