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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 most luxurious hotels, resorts and residences located in prime destinations around the world, with a strong development pipeline. Increasingly recognised for creating some of the world’s most sought‑after properties, the Group provides legendary service inspired by Asian heritage whilst representing the very cutting‑edge of luxury experiences.

Mandarin Oriental Palace, Luzern is an iconic Belle Époque landmark, offering a premier luxury experience. The hotel comprises 136 rooms and suites, four restaurants, one bar together with a variety of meeting facilities, a Spa and a fitness room.

Based at the Mandarin Oriental Palace, Luzern, within the Culinary department, the Senior Chef de Partie is responsible for assisting the Head Chef and Sous chef to supervise and run all sections at the kitchen they have been assigned to. The Senior Chef de Partie reports to the Head Chef.

• Leading your assigned kitchen station and ensuring smooth daily operations while adhering to all quality and hygiene standards

• Ensuring flawless preparation, high quality, and attractive presentation of dishes in line with our elevated culinary expectations

• Actively controlling and minimizing food waste through efficient and forward‑thinking work practices

• Contributing creatively and supporting the development of new dishes and food concepts

• Requesting supplies in coordination with your supervisor and monitoring the daily goods receipt

• Overseeing daily hygiene controls and ensuring cleanliness in accordance with HACCP guidelines

• A completed culinary apprenticeship and 2–3 years of professional experience in a similar role, preferably in upscale hospitality or gastronomy

• High flexibility and resilience, including availability for weekend and holiday shifts

• Creativity, strong attention to detail, and the willingness to bring your own culinary signature to the team

• Excellent communication skills, strong teamwork abilities, and well‑developed organizational competence

• Leadership strength and experience in supervising your own station

• Commitment, a structured and independent working style, and a strong sense of quality

• Very good German and English skills; additional languages are an advantage

• Learning & Development. Your success is our success. We craft unique learning and development programmes for various stages in your career so that you grow, continuously.

• MOstay. When you work as hard as our colleagues do, it’s important to take time off. As a member of the #MOfamily, you can stay with us wherever you go in the world. The MOstay programme offers complimentary nights and additionally attractive rates on rooms for you and your loved ones.

• Health & Colleague Wellness. Finding the right work‑life balance is important. Your wellbeing matters to us. A variety of health benefits and wellness programmes are offered to all our colleagues, globally.

• Swiss Deluxe Hotels. As a member of the Swiss Deluxe Hotels you and your loved ones get to enjoy stays at many prestigious properties all across Switzerland. From vibrant city hotels to grand hotels deeply rooted in their surroundings, the perfect get‑away is only a reservation away.

• And much more!