Junior Sous Chef

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Job Summary: We are seeking a Junior Sous Chef to support kitchen operations, supervise the team, ensure quality and hygiene standards, and participate in special events. Key Highlights: 1. Leads and coordinates the kitchen team. 2. Supports menu planning and recipe development. 3. Trains and motivates junior staff. Junior Sous Chef * 545073 * Culinary / Kitchen * Full time * Mandarin Oriental, Santiago Add To Favourites View Favourites Mandarin Oriental, Santiago is looking for a Junior Sous Chef to join its Culinary team. Are you an expert in your field? Are you looking to work with a team that strives to be the best, demonstrating integrity and respect while acting responsibly? Do you embrace a growth mindset? We invite you to become a Fan of the Exceptional. **Our Company** Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group is an award-winning owner and operator of some of the world’s most luxurious hotels, resorts, and residences, located in top-tier destinations globally, with a strong pipeline of projects. Increasingly recognized for creating some of the world’s most coveted properties, the Group delivers legendary service inspired by its Asian heritage and represents the most innovative luxury experiences. **Our Hotel** An oasis in the heart of the city. A true landmark, Mandarin Oriental, Santiago enjoys a convenient location, exceptional restaurants, and an impressive outdoor swimming pool. Combining elegant décor with peaceful views, each of our 310 rooms and suites features spacious design and a relaxing ambiance. Our hotel is one of the city’s most exciting culinary destinations — offering an authentic Nikkei dining experience at Matsuri, Italian flavors at Senso, and light snacks and beverages at Atrium Lobby Lounge. **About the Role** The Kitchen Junior Sous Chef is responsible for, but not limited to, supporting kitchen operations and service. The Kitchen Junior Sous Chef reports directly to the Sous Chef and Executive Chef. **As Junior Sous Chef, you will be responsible for the following duties:** * Supervise and coordinate the kitchen team in the absence of the Sous Chef. * Ensure dishes are prepared and presented according to hotel standards. * Support menu planning and recipe development. * Monitor ingredient inventory and place orders as required. * Ensure compliance with hygiene and food safety standards (HACCP). Able to conduct training for the team on both culinary techniques and Hygiene (HACCP). * Train and motivate junior kitchen staff. * Collaborate on cost management. * Monitor proper ingredient usage to minimize waste. Possess strong cost-control knowledge and maximum food utilization expertise. * Participate in special events, banquets, and high-volume service. * Support the Sous Chef in supervising daily kitchen operations, ensuring dish quality, hygiene standard compliance, and team efficiency. * Act as a liaison between the cooking team and culinary management. **As Junior Sous Chef, we expect you to have:** * Minimum five years’ prior experience in kitchen supervision. * Ability to efficiently coordinate multiple tasks. * Excellent communication skills. * Efficient problem-solving ability. * High level of interaction required with all team members. * High degree of agility and flexibility. * Ability to present a positive and enthusiastic attitude, along with a high degree of confidentiality. **Our Commitment to You:** * Learning and development. Your success is our success. We design unique learning and development programs tailored to different stages of your career, enabling continuous growth. * Complimentary health insurance for you and your family. * Complimentary meals at the staff restaurant. * Complimentary laundry service for work uniforms. * Colleague recognition and reward program. * Wellness programs and social events. * MOstay. When colleagues work with the dedication they demonstrate, taking a well-deserved break is essential. As a member of the \#MOfamily, you can stay with us anywhere in the world. The MOstay program offers complimentary nights, plus preferential room rates for you and your loved ones. * In-property discounts. **We're Fans. Are you?** "This vacancy is posted under Law No. 21\.015, which promotes the inclusion of persons with disabilities into the workforce."