Location Overview
Join our team in Amanpulo. Blissfully marooned in the Cuyo Archipelago of northern Palawan in the Philippines, Amanpulo lies on Pamalican Island, a private island fringed with white sand beaches and pristine reefs. Offering a back to nature experience in supreme comfort and privacy, this tropical paradise is lapped by calm clear seas ideal for water sports, while sandy tracks lead to deserted coves and jungle-clad lookouts.
Pastry Chef de Partie – Amanpulo
Role
You play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth, efficient, and high-quality operation of a designated section within the kitchen. Responsible for the preparation, cooking, and presentation of dishes within their assigned area, you upholds culinary standards and consistency across all service periods. This role involves supervising and guiding junior kitchen colleagues, ensuring food safety and hygiene protocols are strictly followed, and coordinating with other kitchen sections to maintain a cohesive workflow.
Responsibilities:
- Ensure the efficient operation of his respective area by administration, planning, and analyzing operations on a day-to-day basis, with the chef and the sous chef.
- Always be a willing team worker. Accepts and performs special assignments within or outside his department as requested by the Immediate Head or Management.
- Keeps abreast of all company policies, code of conduct & behaviour by reading and understanding all guidelines issued pertaining to such matters; and performing such duties and functions as specified in the guidelines.
- Perform other tasks as assigned by immediate superior or management.
- Maintain the company standards of food presentation and service.
- Direct and work closely with his team of commis, steward, waiter/waitress, and other employees.
- Monitor the quality of food taste and presentation and have regular consultations with the chef and the Sous Chef when necessary.
- Make all food delivery requisitions, which must be approved by the Executive Chef and ensures that all non-prepared food items must be returned to the storeroom on a day-to-day basis.
- Control the preparation and cooking of all food for quality and nutritional values.
- Controls and minimizes waste, maintains cleanliness of the kitchen and ensures that kitchen equipment is properly used.
Qualifications
- Proven experience of 3-5 years in a similar role, with significant experience in a luxury hospitality environment.
- Strong and comprehensive knowledge of all aspects of kitchen operations and management.
- Excellent command of both written and spoken English is essential.
- Proficiency in using the Micros system for menu costing and inventory management.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively lead and motivate a diverse team.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment while maintaining meticulous attention to detail and a high level of professionalism.
- Demonstrated commitment to upholding the highest standards of cleanliness, organization, and presentation.
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to address challenges and guest concerns with tact and efficiency.
- Formal culinary qualifications or certifications are highly desirable.
- A strong understanding of international culinary trends and techniques.
Benefits
At Aman Group, we believe that our colleagues are at the core of our success. We offer a range of benefits to support both your personal and professional growth across existing and upcoming destinations. From exciting development opportunities to competitive compensation, we prioritise and support your career journey, making you feel valued, included and at home.
- Accommodation
- Uniform, Laundry Service
- Amanpulo Employee Discount
- Vacation Leave, Sick Leave
- Health and Life Insurance
- Air Transport Allowance
If you thrive in an ultra-luxury environment and are passionate about warm and personalised hospitality where every detail matters, we invite you to join us on our journey.
