Pastry Demi Chef de Partie

Mandarin Oriental Cristallo, Cortina is an upcoming luxury alpine resort set above the iconic mountain town of Cortina d'Ampezzo, in the heart of the UNESCO-listed Dolomites. Scheduled to open in Winter 2026, the resort will mark the debut of Mandarin Oriental in one of Italy's most renowned mountain destinations, combining the legendary heritage of the Cristallo with Mandarin Oriental's exceptional service, refined design, and award-winning hospitality.

The resort will feature elegantly appointed rooms and suites, exceptional dining experiences, a world-class Spa & Wellness Centre, and curated year-round experiences designed for discerning international travellers seeking the finest alpine luxury.

Joining the pre-opening team offers a unique opportunity to help shape one of Europe's most anticipated luxury hotel openings, contributing to the creation of an extraordinary guest experience from day one.

About The Role

Based at Mandarin Oriental Cristallo, Cortina,



the Pastry Demi Chef de Partie supports the successful pre-opening and ongoing operation of the resort's pastry kitchen. Reporting to the Pastry Chef de Partie and Head Pastry Chef, the role assists with the preparation and production of desserts, pastries and bakery items while ensuring consistency, quality and compliance with Mandarin Oriental standards.

As a Pastry Demi Chef de Partie, you will be responsible for the following duties:

Pre-Opening Responsibilities

Support the setup and organisation of pastry workstations prior to the resort opening.
Assist with menu testing, recipe preparation, tastings and mock services.
Participate in pre-opening induction and pastry training programmes.
Prepare equipment, ingredients and mise en place according to operational requirements.
Support the implementation of food safety, hygiene and HACCP procedures.

Operational Responsibilities

Assist the Pastry Chef de Partie in the daily operation of the assigned section.
Prepare and pr

📌 Pastry Demi Chef de Partie (Cortina d'Ampezzo)
🏢 Mandarin Oriental
📍 Cortina d'Ampezzo