Full-time · Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy · €30,000 gross/yr
Posted September 24, 2026
Chef de Partie for the pre-opening team of Mandarin Oriental Cristallo, Cortina — an upcoming luxury alpine resort set above the iconic Dolomite peaks, opening Winter 2026. A rare chance to help shape one of Europe's most anticipated new resorts. Pre-opening duties: support kitchen setup so your designated section is fully operational; assist with menu testing, recipe standardization, operational trials and mock service; take part in onboarding and training new culinary colleagues; ensure equipment, tools and mise en place are prepared to Mandarin Oriental standard; implement food safety, hygiene and HACCP procedures. Day-to-day: full responsibility for your section's operation; prepare, cook and present dishes to Mandarin Oriental standards; supervise and support Commis and Demi Chefs; monitor stock, storage and rotation; support food cost control. Requirements: professional culinary qualification or diploma; minimum 2–3 years as a Chef de Partie or Demi Chef de Partie in a luxury five-star hotel or internationally recognized restaurant (pre-opening experience a strong advantage); strong classical and contemporary technique; food safety and HACCP knowledge; good English (Italian an advantage). Apply: https://careers.mandarinoriental.com/jobs/chef-de-partie-new-opening-winter-2026-cortina-d-ampezzo-italy