Sous Chef / Junior Sous Chef - SOMM

Mandarin Oriental The Landmark, Hong Kong is looking for a Sous Chef to join our Kitchen – SOMM 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.

About the job

Based at Mandarin Oriental The Landmark, Hong Kong within Kitchen - SOMM in Hong Kong, the Sous Chef is responsible for assisting the Chef de Cuisine in planning preparation and production of all food items & maintain the smooth running of the operation. Preparation and production of all food items according to standards, menu planning and cost control. The Sous Chef reports to the Chef de Cuisine.

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

• Responsible for mise-en-place preparation and sample tasting for management in assigned section
• Lead Commis Chefs and other kitchen staff to ensure all food items are produced in a professional manner and up to standards
• In charge of making and revising all basic recipes with Chef de Cuisine
• Write menu proposals as requested by the Chef de Cuisine
• Ensure preparation and cooking standards are maintained
• Maintain proper stock level for mise-en-place and assist in food requisition as required
• Supervise and carry out the production of all dishes
• Ensure high standards of cleanliness maintained and to meet HACCP requirements
• Report any problems, failures of machines or equipment
• Perform duties set aside by the Chef de Cuisine or Executive Sous Chef.

As Sous Chef, we expect from you: 

• Solid experience in hotels or reputable restaurants
• Pleasant, self-motivated, detail-orientated and able to work independently
• Strong organising, communication and interpersonal skills. Exemplary leadership skill will be an advantage
• Excellent food & beverage and menu planning knowledge
• Good command of both spoken and written English.