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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 recognized 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, Makati is an upcoming 5-star luxury hotel set within the lush Ayala Triangle Gardens, at the prestigious corner of Paseo de Roxas and Makati Avenue. Scheduled to open in 2026, this landmark development will feature 275 elegantly appointed guestrooms and suites, offering a refined blend of contemporary design and timeless sophistication. Guests will enjoy an exceptional array of world-class amenities, including a curated selection of restaurants, a stylish bar, a serene pool area, and the brand’s signature spa. Designed to be a sanctuary in the heart of the city, the hotel promises an elevated experience for both leisure and business travelers seeking comfort, excellence, and distinction in Manila.

The Role

Mandarin Oriental is seeking a talented and passionate Pastry Chef de Partie to join our pre-opening culinary team. Reporting to the Executive Pastry Chef, the Pastry Chef de Partie will be responsible for overseeing a designated section of the pastry kitchen, ensuring the preparation and presentation of exceptional pastries, desserts, breads, and baked goods that reflect the legendary standards of Mandarin Oriental.
This role plays a critical part in maintaining product consistency, mentoring junior pastry colleagues, and driving operational excellence during the exciting pre-opening phase. The ideal candidate will bring creativity, technical expertise, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to delivering memorable culinary experiences for our guests.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Excellence

• Supervise and coordinate the day-to-day operations of an assigned pastry section, such as desserts, bakery, viennoiserie, chocolate, or afternoon tea.
• Produce high-quality pastries, desserts, breads, and baked goods in accordance with established recipes, quality standards, and presentation guidelines.
• Ensure mise en place is prepared and maintained to support efficient kitchen operations and service requirements.
• Monitor production schedules and workflow to ensure timely preparation and delivery of all pastry items.
• Maintain consistency in taste, texture, appearance, and portion control across all pastry offerings.

Quality & Food Safety

• Uphold the highest standards of food quality, hygiene, sanitation, and food safety in compliance with local regulations and Mandarin Oriental standards.
• Conduct regular quality checks to ensure all products meet established specifications and guest expectations.
• Ensure proper storage, stock rotation, labeling, and handling of ingredients and finished products.
• Minimize waste through effective inventory management and sustainable kitchen practices.

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, motivate, and mentor Commis Pastry Chefs and junior pastry team members, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous learning.
• Provide hands-on training to ensure colleagues follow established recipes, techniques, and operational standards.
  Support the Executive Pastry Chef in promoting teamwork, engagement, and professional development within the pastry brigade.

Menu Development & Innovation

• Collaborate with the Executive Pastry Chef and pastry leadership team in developing dessert menus, recipes, seasonal offerings, and presentation concepts.
• Participate in recipe testing, product development, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the guest experience.
  Contribute creative ideas while maintaining alignment with Mandarin Oriental's culinary philosophy and brand standards.

Pre-Opening Responsibilities

• Support all pre-opening pastry kitchen activities, including kitchen setup, equipment commissioning and testing, recipe trials, and operational readiness preparations.
• Assist in establishing standard operating procedures, production workflows, and quality assurance processes for the pastry operation.
• Contribute to creating a positive and high-performing team culture from the outset.

Collaboration & Guest Experience

• Work closely with culinary and service teams to ensure seamless execution of dining experiences, banquets, special events, and guest requests.
• Support the delivery of exceptional guest experiences by ensuring pastry offerings consistently exceed expectations.
• Maintain effective communication with colleagues across departments to achieve departmental and hotel objectives.

Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma, certification, or formal training in Pastry Arts, Culinary Arts, or a related discipline preferred.
• Proven experience as a Pastry Chef de Partie or a strong Demi Pastry Chef within a luxury hotel, luxury resort, or fine dining environment.
• Pre-opening experience is an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of classical and contemporary pastry techniques.
• Expertise in baking, chocolate work, plated desserts, artisan breads, viennoiserie, and pastry production.
• Sound understanding of food safety, hygiene practices, and quality control procedures.
• Proficiency in inventory management, stock control, and production planning.
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Why Join Us?

Mandarin Oriental offers a world-class environment where your expertise, creativity, and leadership will shape the legacy of our return to Manila. You will be part of a dynamic preopening team committed to excellence, innovation, and authentic Asian hospitality.

Our commitment to you:

• 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.
• Heath & 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.

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