Head Pastry Chef

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Head Pastry Chef

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 Head Pastry Chef plays a key leadership role in the successful pre-opening and ongoing operation of the resort's pastry and bakery production. Reporting to the Executive Chef, the role is responsible for establishing and leading the pastry operation across all food and beverage outlets, ensuring exceptional quality, creativity, consistency and presentation. During the pre-opening phase, the Head Pastry Chef will contribute to menu development, kitchen setup, recruitment and training, supplier selection and the implementation of Mandarin Oriental culinary standards.

As a Head Pastry Chef, you will be responsible for the following duties:

Pre-Opening Responsibilities

Lead the setup and operational readiness of the pastry and bakery areas prior to the resort opening.
Develop pastry, dessert, bakery and confectionery offerings in collaboration with the Executive Chef and culinary leadership team.
Support the selection and commissioning of pastry equipment, smallwares, ingredients and

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