Substitute Tournant - Culinary Team

About the role

Mandarin Oriental New York is looking for a Substitute Tournant to join its Culinary team. Based in the Culinary Department, the role covers the day-to-day preparation of meals as dictated by the menu, guests or management, while keeping the work area clean and helping in all areas to achieve guest satisfaction.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and serve food in a clean, safe and timely manner, keeping a clean work area and a positive attitude.
• Follow directions, maintain good relationships with supervisors and managers, and follow payroll and uniform procedures.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely, use the computer system and read all orders.
• Prepare and present food on time, handle all types of food and rotate it according to procedure.
• Work with standard recipes and plate presentation to maintain quality standards.
• Complete requisitions, obtain signatures, pick up and store items, and clean work and storage areas.
• Report accidents immediately, respond to emergencies and work flexible hours as hotel business changes.

Required profile

• High school diploma or equivalent, or a two-year degree or apprenticeship.
• At least two years in the luxury hotel business and one year in fine dining food preparation.
• Good written and verbal command of English.
• Ability to stand or walk 8-12 hours a day, lift up to 50 pounds occasionally, bend, squat and kneel frequently, and work under high stress.

Required skills

• Working knowledge of kitchen equipment.
• Basic math for recipes and ordering.
• Attention to detail, multitasking and patience.

What we offer

• Pay of $35.86 to $47.81 per hour, commensurate with experience and IWA guidelines.
• A competitive benefits package.
• Learning and development programmes, health and wellness benefits, and retirement plans depending on service length and role.