Deessa Commis Cook

Mandarin Oriental Ritz, Madrid is looking for a Commis Cook to join our Deessa 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.

Mandarin Oriental is the award-winning owner and operator of some of the world’s most luxurious hotels, resorts and residences located in prime destinations worldwide. The Group is recognised for delivering legendary service inspired by Asian heritage while representing the cutting-edge of modern luxury.

Mandarin Oriental Ritz, Madrid is an iconic 5-star luxury hotel in the heart of the Spanish capital. This Belle Époque palace, located in Madrid’s renowned Art Triangle, combines over a century of history with contemporary elegance, offering exceptional gastronomy, refined service and curated experiences for both leisure and business travellers.

About the job

Based at Mandarin Oriental Ritz, Madrid, within the Deessa Department in Madrid, the Commis Cook supports the kitchen team in the preparation, handling and presentation of culinary products, ensuring quality, hygiene and safety standards are consistently met. The role reports to the Chef de Partie, and in their absence, to the First or Second Chef de Cuisine.

As Commis Cook, you will be responsible for the following duties:

• Support daily kitchen operations and food preparation according to Mandarin Oriental standards.
• Assist across different Food & Beverage outlets when operationally required.
• Prepare basic culinary items under supervision and complete assigned mise en place tasks.
• Ensure proper handling, storage and conservation of food products and ingredients.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen areas, equipment and utensils.
• Follow food safety, hygiene, HACCP, Safe & Sound and FLHSSE standards at all times.
• Work collaboratively with kitchen colleagues and other hotel departments.

As Commis Cook, we expect from you:

• Previous experience in a Michelin kitchen environment, preferably within hospitality or luxury settings.
• Willingness to learn and develop culinary skills under supervision.
• Strong sense of responsibility, teamwork and attention to detail.
• Ability to remain calm, organized and efficient in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to quality, safety and Mandarin Oriental values.

Our commitment & benefitsLearning & Development. Your success is our success. We craft unique learning and development programmes tailored to different stages of your career, ensuring continuous growth and progression.
MOstay. When you work as hard as our colleagues do, it’s important to take time off. As part of the #MOfamily, you can stay with us wherever you go in the world, enjoying complimentary nights and attractive room rates for you and your loved ones.
Health & Colleague Wellness. Finding the right work-life balance is important. Your wellbeing matters to us. We offer a wide range of global health benefits and wellness programmes, including access to on-site physiotherapy sessions to support your physical wellbeing.
Retirement & Security. When you show commitment to us, we reciprocate. We offer retirement plans depending on the length of your service and role, together with a Staff Welfare Fund (Fondo Social) and flexible compensation options, including access to DKV, as well as internal events and team‑building activities (planes de jubilación, Fondo Social, compensación flexible —incluyendo DKV—, eventos internos y actividades de team building).
Local Benefits. In addition, we offer a competitive salary and benefits package, meals on duty, as well as uniform and laundry service.

Salary. Salary package according to the Madrid Hospitality Collective Agreement.

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