Assistant Pastry Chef

Fairmont Hotels & Resorts; Makati; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Raffles and Fairmont Makati offer a refined blend of heritage, luxury, and contemporary elegance in Manila's financial district. The Pastry Lead oversees pastry operations, develops the culinary team, and collaborates on refined menus to elevate guest experience in a luxury hotel setting.

With five years of pastry experience and a strong grasp of food safety and luxury hospitality standards, you will drive high standards of quality and presentation in line with brand expectations.

Qualifications

• Culinary or Pastry Arts degree, or a related qualification is an advantage.
• At least five years of pastry experience, preferably in a luxury hotel.
• Demonstrated creativity, strong organizational skills, and attention to detail in pastry preparation, recipe development, and presentation.
• Sound knowledge of pastry operations, food safety, and luxury hospitality standards, with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Oversees pastry and bakery operations, ensuring quality, consistency, presentation and cost efficiency.
• Leads and develops the culinary team through training, coaching and performance management while upholding hygiene, safety and service excellence.
• Collaborates with the Pastry Chef to create refined menus, standardized recipes, and innovative offerings.

Skills

Creativity

Leadership

Attention to detail

Hygiene & safety

Education

Pastry Arts degree

Culinary qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description:

Company Description

Raffles and Fairmont Makati offer a refined blend of heritage, luxury, and contemporary elegance in the heart of Manila’s financial and commercial district. With world-class hospitality and exceptional service, both hotels create an atmosphere of sophistication and comfort, making them premier destinations for business and leisure travelers alike.

Together, they feature 312 exquisitely designed accommodations, including 32 exclusive suites at Raffles Makati and 280 elegantly appointed rooms and suites at Fairmont Makati, complemented by exceptional dining experiences, luxurious spa treatments, and modern business facilities.

At Raffles Makati, guests enjoy an intimate retreat enriched by legendary Raffles Butlers, a deep connection to art, literature, and culture, and an ambiance of timeless refinement. Meanwhile, a sophisticated urban sanctuary awaits guests at Fairmont Makati, where they can experience skyline views, seamless luxury, and effortless modern indulgence in a world-class setting.

Job Description

• Oversees pastry and bakery operations, ensuring exceptional quality, consistency, presentation, and cost efficiency in line with luxury standards.
• Leads and develops the culinary team through training, coaching, and performance management while upholding the highest standards of hygiene, safety, and service excellence.
• Collaborates with the Pastry Chef to create refined menus, standardized recipes, and innovative offerings that elevate the guest experience.

Qualifications

• Culinary or Pastry Arts degree, or a related qualification, is an advantage.
• At least five (5) years of pastry experience, preferably in a luxury hotel.
• Demonstrated creativity, strong organizational skills, and attention to detail in pastry preparation, recipe development, and presentation.
• Sound knowledge of pastry operations, food safety, and luxury hospitality standards, with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.