Full-Time Kitchen Assistant

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Job Summary: Mandarin Oriental Ritz, Madrid is seeking a passionate Kitchen Assistant to join its team, responsible for preparing ingredients, supporting basic tasks, and maintaining cleanliness and food hygiene standards. Key Highlights: 1. Experience in food preparation and cooking 2. Growth mindset and excellence 3. Dynamic and collaborative environment Full-Time Kitchen Assistant * JR\-05814 * Culinary / Kitchen * Full time * Permanent * Mandarin Oriental Ritz, Madrid Add To Favourites View Favourites Job Description Mandarin Oriental Ritz, Madrid is looking for a passionate **Kitchen Assistant** to join our culinary team. Are you an expert in your craft, leading with pride and precision? Are you excited to work in a dynamic, collaborative environment where integrity and excellence are valued? At Mandarin Oriental, we foster a growth mindset and are committed to delivering extraordinary experiences. We invite you to be part of this exceptional journey. Mandarin Oriental is globally recognized for operating some of the world’s most luxurious hotels, resorts, and residences. With strong growth momentum and a reputation for creating highly desirable properties, the group delivers legendary service rooted in Asian heritage, redefining luxury at its highest level. Following a spectacular restoration honoring the pioneering spirit of César Ritz, the iconic **Mandarin Oriental Ritz, Madrid** is poised to become the city’s most luxurious hotel. With its privileged location in the heart of Madrid, a gastronomic offering overseen by Spain’s most acclaimed chef, and unparalleled wellness facilities, we set the benchmark for luxury. As a **Kitchen Assistant** at Mandarin Oriental Ritz, Madrid, within the culinary team, you will be responsible for preparing ingredients, supporting basic kitchen tasks, maintaining cleanliness of your work area, and complying with food hygiene and safety standards. **Key Responsibilities:** * Ensure all \*mise en place\* preparations meet the highest quality standards and adhere to guidelines set by supervisors. * Prepare and replenish \*buffets\*. * Support supervisors in collecting and organizing materials in the designated storage area. * Notify supervisors when stock levels are low and ensure sufficient supplies are available for daily operations. * Store ingredients in appropriate containers, ensuring proper preservation and labeling in accordance with company standards. * Clean and disinfect surfaces, utensils, and work areas before and after use, following food safety regulations. * Report any cleaning or maintenance issues in the kitchen, supporting daily inspections conducted by supervisors. * Assist other outlets and banquets as required by supervisors. * Attend and actively participate in all scheduled meetings and training sessions. * Perform any other duties assigned by supervisors. * Always comply with food safety and health standards established by Mandarin Oriental Hotel. **What We Expect From You:** * Minimum 2 years’ experience as a kitchen assistant. * Culinary arts training preferred. * Basic experience in food preparation and cooking. * Flexibility to adapt to variable working hours based on business needs. **Our Commitment to You:** * Training and Development: Your success is ours. We offer professional development programs tailored to each stage of your career. * MOstay: As part of the \#MOfamily, enjoy complimentary stays and preferential rates at Mandarin Oriental properties worldwide for you and your loved ones. * Health and Wellbeing: We promote work-life balance through a variety of wellbeing benefits and programs. * Retirement Plans: We offer flexible retirement plans recognizing your commitment and tenure. * Social Fund: Access to a fund supporting your holistic wellbeing. * Flexible Compensation: Includes access to DKV medical insurance (with employee contribution). * Internal Events and Team Building: Participate in internal activities and events to strengthen team spirit. **Our Commitment and Benefits** **Learning & Development.** Your success is our success. We develop learning and development programs tailored to different stages of your career, fostering continuous growth. **MOstay.** When you work with the dedication demonstrated by our teams, it’s important to unwind. As part of the \#MOfamily, you can stay at our hotels worldwide with complimentary nights and preferential rates for you and your loved ones. **Health & Colleague Wellness.** Achieving balance between personal life and professional life is essential. Your wellbeing matters to us. We offer a wide range of global health benefits and wellbeing programs, including access to physiotherapy sessions onsite at the hotel. **Retirement & Security.** When you demonstrate commitment, we respond. We offer retirement plans based on tenure and position, along with a Social Fund, flexible compensation options — including access to DKV — as well as internal events and team-building activities. **Local Benefits.** Additionally, we offer a competitive salary and benefits package, meals during your shift, uniform, and laundry services. **Salary.** Salary package according to the Madrid Hospitality Collective Agreement. **We’re Fans. Are You?**