Pastry Sous Chef

About the role

Mandarin Oriental, Costa Navarino is looking for a Pastry Sous Chef to join its Pastry team for season 2027. The Pastry Sous Chef works in the Pastry Department in Pylos, Messenia, Greece, reports to the Executive Pastry Chef and ensures the smooth running of operations and a positive working environment among colleagues.

Key responsibilities

• Check the quality of pastries, make sure all live products received are in top condition, oversee stock rotation (FIFO) and handle pastry requisitioning and ordering.
• Check standard recipes for proper portion control and uniformity of taste and quality.
• Oversee overall food cost, as well as supplies, energy costs and utensils.
• Propose and, when approved, initiate new services and products for guests.
• Motivate and lead by example, and ensure action points from daily briefings and other operational meetings are followed.
• Complete additional tasks as assigned by management.

Required profile

• Valid EU passport or Hellenic residence permit.
• Globally recognized culinary qualification.
• 2 years of experience in a similar role.
• Fluency in English.

What we offer

• Learning and development programmes tailored to each stage of your career.
• Accommodation and linen laundry, three complimentary meals per day at the colleague restaurant, and uniform and laundry of uniform.
• Health benefits and wellness programmes, private medical insurance, and the MOstay programme offering complimentary nights and discounted room rates.
• Possibility to be selected as a Cultural Exchange Ambassador across the group.