Chef De Partie

World of Business Pvt. Ltd. is a Maldivian hospitality and lifestyle company dedicated to redefining urban luxury and creating transformative experiences. With a vision to craft world-class destinations in the Maldives our portfolio is built on innovation authenticity and a deep commitment to service excellence.

Located in the vibrant heart of Hulhumalé City Manhattan Grand Hotel is an upscale urban retreat that blends contemporary elegance with the spirit of Maldivian warmth. The hotel features stylishly designed rooms and suites with panoramic views of the Indian Ocean signature restaurants offering global cuisines and versatile spaces for meetings events and celebrations. As one of Hulhumalés most anticipated hotel openings Manhattan Grand Hotel is set to become the preferred choice for business travelers holidaymakers and city dwellers seeking sophistication comfort and peace of mind.

We are currently seeking a Chef de Partie (Bakery) to join our pre-opening team at Manhattan Grand Hotel. This role holds responsibility for the hotels bakery section delivering fresh breads pastries and baked goods of consistent quality and craftsmanship across all outlets banquets and guest occasions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the daily preparation baking and presentation of breads pastries and baked goods for all hotel outlets and banquet functions.
• Follow standardised recipes formulations and presentation guidelines set by the Executive Chef ensuring consistency across all baked items.
• Plan and manage daily bakery production schedules to meet outlet banquet and in-room dining requirements.
• Supervise and guide Demi Chef de Partie and Commis Chefs within the bakery section ensuring proper technique and workflow.
• Monitor ingredient stock levels freshness and proper storage within the bakery section minimising wastage.
• Maintain strict food safety hygiene and sanitation standards in accordance with HACCP principles and Hotel policy.
• Coordinate with the Pastry/Bakery Jr. Sous Chef and Executive Chef on seasonal menu items special orders and event requirements.
• Ensure proper handling labelling and rotation of ingredients (FIFO) within the bakery section.
• Support pre-opening kitchen readiness including equipment testing recipe trials and bakery section setup.
• Ensure compliance with the Hotels brand standards health and safety regulations and Standard Operating Procedures.

To excel in this role you should have:

• Minimum 23 years of experience as a Chef de Partie (Bakery) or Baker preferably within an upscale or luxury hospitality environment.
• Formal culinary or bakery/pastry qualification from a recognised culinary institute.
• Strong technical knowledge of bread-making laminated dough and baked goods production techniques.
• Sound understanding of food safety hygiene and HACCP compliance requirements.
• Proven ability to plan production schedules and guide junior bakery colleagues.
• Strong organisational skills with attention to consistency quality and presentation standards.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure during high-volume production and event periods.
• Flexibility to work variable hours including early mornings weekends and public holidays particularly during the pre-opening phase.

At Manhattan Grand Hotel we believe that our colleagues are our greatest strength. We are committed to building a workplace that is inspiring supportive and rewarding. Our benefits include:

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Paid annual leave and public holidays.
• Healthcare benefits and wellness programs.
• Opportunities for professional growth through training and development.
• Career pathways within World of Business Pvt. Ltd.s expanding portfolio.
• Colleague discounts on hotel services dining and stays.
• A collaborative and inclusive work culture where your ideas are valued.

If you bring craftsmanship precision and passion to every loaf and pastry you create we invite you to join our pre-opening team. Help us bring the art of baking to life as Manhattan Grand Hotel opens its doors to the world.