Hospitality Jobs @ Grand Palladium Resorts Jamaica (Hanover, Jamaica)

 Multiple Vacancies! 

Join a team that works from the heart and turns guests into fans!

About Us

One of Jamaica's largest 5-star hotel located in Lucea, Jamaica, with other resorts in Mexico, Dominican Republic, Brazil, Spain and Italy. We were named as the Top Employer in Latin America & Jamaica for three consecutive years; 2021, 2022 & 2023.

We are looking for suitable applicants to fill the following vacancies:

Maintenance

• Pool Technician
• Kitchen Technician
• AC/Refrigerator Technician
• Laundry Technician
• Electromechanic Technician

Dining Room

• Hostess

Stewarding

• Steward

Kitchen

• Cook 1 & 2

Bar:

• Bartender
• Bar Porter

Public Area

• Public Area Attendant

Front Desk

• Receptionist

Laundry:

• Laundry Attendant
• Washer

Front Desk 

• Receptionist
• Bellman

Security

• Lifeguard

You will enjoy these benefits when you work with us:

Palladium Perks

• Competitive compensation package
• Monthly staff engagement activities
• Robust learning & development programs
• Uniforms
• Paid leave entitlement
• Medical & life insurance
• Transportation
• Meals
• Accommodation (Conditions apply)

Kindly submit your application by Friday, December 6, 2024. Whilst we appreciate your application, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Persons are encouraged to submit their applications to: talent.jamaica@palladiumhotelgroup.com.

We thank all applicants for their interest but only shortlisted candidates who meet the requirements will be contacted.

Job Fair | Grand Palladium Hotels & Resorts: Recruitment Drive (Hanover, Jamaica)

Have fun while you get hired! #PalladiumTalent #WorkFromTheHeart

Grand Palladium Recruitment Fair-November 21, 2024 from 10am-3pm at our location in Point, Lucea.

About Us

One of Jamaica's largest 5-star hotel located in Lucea, Jamaica, with other resorts in Mexico, Dominican Republic, Brazil, Spain and Italy. We were named as the Top Employer in Latin America & Jamaica for three consecutive years; 2021, 2022 & 2023.

We are looking for suitable applicants to fill the following vacancies:

• Pool Technician
• Laundry Technician
• Electromechanical Technician
• Kitchen Technician
• Sous Chef
• Staff Canteen Chef
• Chef de Partie
• Cook 1 & 2
• Jamaican Speciality Chef
• Sommelier
• Steward

Date: Thursday, November 21, 2024
Time: 10am-3pm
Location: Grand Palladium Hotel, Point, Lucea.

Please note that interviews will only be conducted for the roles mentioned above.

BENEFITS

• Competitive Compensation Package
• Health & Life Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Uniform & Meals
• Accommodation (Conditions Apply)
• Opportunities for Learning and Development 

Email: talent.jamaica@palladiumhotelgroup.com

Please place the position applied for in the subject of the email.

Restaurants Manager/Maitre D' (Hanover, Jamaica) - Grand Palladium Hotels & Resorts

 

The primary goal of the Restaurants Manager/Maitre D' is to be responsible for the overall atmosphere of all the restaurant outlets (14); supervising and ensuring smooth running of the restaurants ensuring that excellent service quality is delivered and complete adherence to the hotel policy and standards.

Summary of Duties & Responsibilities:

• Direct and delegate tasks to team members in order to ensure guests have a high quality dining experience
• Responsible for the appearance, service standards and on the job day-to-day training of positions such as waiter, hostess and waitresses.
• Oversees and proactively addresses guest queries and complaints and providing the Directors with updates
• Recruits, trains, schedules and supervise restaurant staff
• Maintains stock levels and order supply accordingly
• Proactively strategize with management to ensure maximum seating, staffing needs for the restaurant
• Conduct briefings, evaluations and motivational talks with supervisors and line staff as necessary
• Routinely support other areas of the restaurant when needed, including hosts and waiters
• Maintain cost control procedures
• Conduct inventories as per schedule
• Assist in restaurant opening when necessary
• Liaise between kitchen and restaurant staff
• Communicate with all appropriate departments to ensure proper and accurate service
• Ensure the successful arrangement and execution of special functions or arrangements
• Ensures that all times, all team members are appropriately attired in uniform, name tag and maintain good personal hygiene
• Ensures interactions with guests are courteous, demonstrating excellent customer service the palladium smile, consistently turning guests into fans
• Be fully aware of environmental program and maintain standards accordingly
• Ensures that established sanitation and HACCP procedures are followed
• Be knowledgeable of the company’s fire, hurricane and safety procedures
• Timely prepare relevant reports as per request
• Participates in mandatory training and other departmental and hotel meetings
• Performs any other duties assigned from time to time

COMPETENCIES

• Good management skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing
• Ability to work in a fast- pace, high energy and demanding work environment
• Ability to work under pressure
• Good knowledge of the hotel operations or ability to learn quickly
• Team player with an ability to motivate team members
• Dedicated, hard-working, self – motivated and solution oriented
• Excellent time management skills; ability to prioritize and coordinate details; ability to multi-task and use initiative.
• Ability to work flexible hours and multitask
• Practice safety standards at all times

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree in Food Service/ Hospitality Management
• Three (3) - four (4) years experience in related field (Food & Beverage/Restaurant Management)
• Operational experience in a luxury resort
• Supervisory training
• Valid Food Handlers permit

BENEFITS

• Competitive Compensation Package
• Health & Life Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Uniform & Meals
• Staff Transportation
• Accommodation (Conditions Apply)
• Training and Development
• Numerous growth and promotion opportunities

Persons are encouraged to submit their applications by Friday, October 11, 2024 to: talent.jamaica@palladiumhotelgroup.com.

We thank all applicants for their interest but only shortlisted candidates who meet the requirements will be contacted.

Sous Chef (Hanover, Jamaica) - Grand Palladium Hotels & Resorts

 

The Sous Chef assists with managing and overseeing operations in the kitchen as well as the kitchen staff of an outlet. He/She plans menus and liaises with suppliers and controls the budget. He/She ensures the quality of kitchen operations is maintained at all times.

Summary of Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provide support to the Executive Sous Chef
• Source authentic cuisine based products
• Menu design
• Preparation of meals
• Creation of signature dish or dishes
• Ensure restaurants operate efficiently and at a high standard
• Maintain Cost Control Procedures
• Assist with the purchasing of Food items
• Control Manning
• Schedule employees
• Ensure HACCP standards and other health and safety regulations are maintained
• Maintain high culinary standards
• Ensure standard operating procedures are maintained
• Recruit, train and motivate staff

COMPETENCIES

• Good supervisory skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing
• Ability to work in a fast- pace, high energy and demanding work environment
• Ability to work under pressure
• Good knowledge of the hotel operations or ability to learn quickly
• Team player with an ability to motivate team members
• Dedicated, hard-working, self – motivated and solution oriented
• Excellent time management skills; ability to prioritize and coordinate details; ability to multi-task and use initiative.
• Ability to work flexible hours and multitask
• Practice safety standards at all times

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in culinary science or relevant field.
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of cooking methods, kitchen equipment, and best practices.
• Good understanding of MS Office and restaurant software programs.

BENEFITS

• Competitive Compensation Package
• Health & Life Insurance
• Pension Plan

Persons are encouraged to submit their applications by Friday, July 5, 2024 to: talent.jamaica@palladiumhotelgroup.com.

We thank all applicants for their interest but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Maintenance Staff (Hanover, Jamaica) - Grand Palladium Hotels and Resorts

One of Jamaica's largest 5-star hotel with other resorts in Mexico, Dominican Republic, Brazil, Spain and Italy and the Top Employer for Latin America & Jamaica for 2021, 2022 & 2023, invites candidates to apply for the below listed vacant positions:

• Rooms Assistant Maintenance Manager
• Automation Organizer
• Kitchen Technician
• Laundry Technician
• Refrigerator & A/C Technician
• Maintenance Central Supervisor
• Sewage Plant Operator
• Electronic & Automation Technician

Requirements:

• At least two (2) years experience working in the relevant position in a 5-star luxury hotel
• Certification and specialized training in the relevant position
• Supervisory Management Training **

Benefits:

• Competitive Compensation package
• Health and Life insurance
• Pension Plan
• Uniform and meals
• Accommodation (conditions apply)
• Opportunities for learning and development

Persons are encouraged to submit their applications to talent.jamaica@palladiumhotelgroup.com.

We thank all applicants for their interest but only shortlisted candidates who meet the requirements will be contacted.

Lifeguards (Hanover, Jamaica) - Grand Palladium Resorts

 We are hiring!
Lifeguards 

Responsibilities:

• Maintain continuous surveillance of guests in swimming pools and beach
• Open and close the pool daily according to schedule
• Perform rescues
• Perform First Aid and CPR
• Check safety of rescue tubes, buoys and other equipment
• Spot hazards or potential hazards and take measures to prevent accidents 

Minimum Requirements:

• At least one (1) years experience in a similar position
• Valid Royal Life Saving Society First Aid and CPR Certification
• Valid NRCA Lifeguard License
• NIS, TRN, valid ID

Persons are encourage to submit their applications to hrresourcing.jamaica@palladiumhotelgroup.com. We thank all applicants for their interest but only shortlisted candidates who meet the requirements will be contacted.

Entertainment Coordinators (Hanover, Jamaica) - Grand Palladium Resorts Jamaica

Grand Palladium Resorts Jamaica is seeking consummate hospitality professionals who are experienced, vibrant and passionate to join an international and growing brand, to apply for the following Entertainment Vacancy: Entertainment Coordinators

REQUIREMENTS:

• At least 2 years' experience working in the same position applied for in a 5-star luxury hotel.
• Certification and specialized training in the relevant position
• Supervisory Management Training**

COMPETENCIES

• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing
• Ability to work in a fast- pace, high energy and demanding work environment
• Ability to work under pressure
• Good knowledge of the hotel operations or ability to learn quickly
• Team player with an ability to motivate team members
• Dedicated, hard-working, self – motivated and solution oriented
• Excellent time management skills; ability to prioritize and coordinate details; ability to multi-task and use initiative.
• Ability to work flexible hours and multitask
• Practice safety standards at all times

BENEFITS

• Competitive Compensation Package
• Health & Life Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Uniform & Meals
• Accommodation (Conditions Apply)
• Opportunities for Learning and Development

Persons are encouraged to submit their applications by Friday, May 3, 2024 to talent.jamaica@palladiumhotelgroup.com.

We thank all applicants for their interest but only shortlisted candidates who meet the requirements will be contacted.

Hospitality Job Fair (Savanna-la-mar, Westmoreland) - Grand Palladium Hotels & Resorts

 

HOSPITALITY JOB FAIR 

Kitchen 

• Chef de Partie 
• Cook 1
• Cook 2

Maintenance 

• Hotel Zone Maintenance Manager
• Rooms Assistant 
• Maintenance Manager
• Senior Kitchen Technician
• Electromechanic
• Electronic & Automation Technician
• Kitchen Technician
• Laundry Technician
• General Assistant
• Tiler

Stewarding 

• Assistant Chief Steward
• Stewarding Supervisor
• Steward

Security

• Lifeguard

Location:

 

Sean Lavery Hall, Savanna-la-mar, Westmoreland

Date: Thursday, May 2, 2024

Time: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Requirements:

• Copy ID
• TRN
• NIS
• Food Handler's permit

Assistant Chief Steward (Hanover, Jamaica) - Grand Palladium Hotels & Resorts

The primary goal of the Assistant Chief Steward is to provide sanitation management/services as well as set up and break down of all events (tables, chairs) while adhering to company policies and complying with budget restraints. The Assistant Chief Steward assists the Chief Steward in promoting company mission, culture and philosophy. He/she will support the Chief Steward in the leadership of the team and ensuring that all standards are maintained.

Summary of Duties & Responsibilities:

• Implement, maintain and monitor department standard operating procedures and develop as needed.
• Ensure the efficiency of the team by providing supervision to the team- scheduling employees for work, conducting evaluations, provide coaching and recommend disciplinary actions.
• Oversee timely set-up, break-down and maintenance of the equipment.
• Responsible for the organization, cleaning, sanitation standards and consistent maintenance of all front of the house (FOH) areas, including bars, restaurants and storerooms.
• Responsible for managing all FOH equipment maintenance and repairs.
• Maintenance, cleanliness, sanitation and upkeep of all FOH storage areas.
• Compiles and maintains records of quantity, type and value of circulating inventory in establishment.
• Verifies clerical computations against physical count of inventories and adjusts errors in computation or count or investigates and reports reasons for discrepancies.
• Investigate any reasons for discarded/ unusable items.
• Attend and participate in all scheduled meetings and training sessions.
• Be familiar with and follow all company emergency and safety procedures.

COMPETENCIES

• Good management skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing
• Ability to work in a fast- pace, high energy and demanding work environment
• Ability to work under pressure
• Good knowledge of the hotel operations or ability to learn quickly
• Team player with an ability to motivate team members
• Dedicated, hard-working, self – motivated and solution oriented
• Excellent time management skills; ability to prioritize and coordinate details; ability to multi-task and use initiative.
• Ability to work flexible hours and multitask
• Practice safety standards at all times

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Associate Degree in Food & Beverage Management
• At least 3-4 years’ experience at the management level within a 5-star hotel in related field
• Knowledge of excel and word
• Experience managing a team of over 50 persons
• Valid Food Handlers permit

BENEFITS

• Competitive Compensation Package
• Health & Life Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Uniform & Meals
• Staff Transportation
• Accommodation (Conditions Apply)
• Training and Development
• Numerous growth and promotion opportunities

Persons are encouraged to submit their applications by Sunday, March 17, 2024 to: talent.jamaica@palladiumhotelgroup.com

We thank all applicants for their interest but only shortlisted candidates who meet the stated requirements will be contacted.

JOB FAIR - GRAND PALLADIUM HOTELS & RESORTS (Ocho Rios, St. Ann, Jamaica)

GRAND PALLADIUM HOTELS & RESORTS JAMAICA

Job Fair

Location: Ocho Rios, St. Ann 

Hospitality Job Fair!

Ocho Rios Baptist Church - Tuesday, February 20 2024 | 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Vacancies:

• Housekeeping Assistant Manager
• Rooms Assistant Maintenance Manager
• Maitre D'
• Housekeeping Supervisor
• Front Office Supervisor
• Sommelier 
• Lifeguard
• Italian Specialty Chef
• Cook 1
• Cook 2
• Bar Porter
• Entertainment Supervisor
• Steward
• I.T. Technician
• Fitness Instructor

Candidates are required to have a copy of their:

• Valid ID
• NIS
• TRN
• Resume
• Food Handler's Permit (food and beverage roles)

For more information, please contact us: (876) 551-8133.

Email: talent.jamaica@palladiumhotelgroup.com

Cooks 1, 2, 3 (Hanover, Jamaica) - Grand Palladium Hotels & Resorts

Food & Beverage Vacancies

We're hiring!!!

COOKS (1, 2, 3)

Vacancies: Temporary and full-time positions available*

We offer competitive rates and benefits*

Staff Transportation available*

Apply Now!

Email: talent.jamaica@palladiumhotelgroup.com

Telephone: (876) 551-8133

Candidates are required to have a valid ID, NIS, TRN, food handler's permit and resume.

Please place the position applied for in the subject of the email.

Assistant Front Office Manager (Hanover, Jamaica) - Grand Palladium Resorts

 

The primary goal of the Assistant Front Office Manager is to assist in ensuring the smooth operation of the department in regards to supervising the department personnel, staffing, training, report preparation, reservation management and resolving customer complaints while providing excellent customer service.

Summary of Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assists in interviewing, hiring, orientation and training new front office staff and newly promoted staff.
• Assists in organizing the staff scheduling for the department
• Supervise the fulfillment of all functions of the Reception Desk according to company standards
• Prepares staff adjustments for payroll
• Generate front office reports as required/ assigned
• Assist in the training of front desk staff
• Conduct/ participate in departmental staff meetings
• Conduct inspections on hotel accommodations
• Implement and maintain quality control measures
• To coordinate the daily fulfillment of rooms with the Executive Housekeeper, according to the priorities of the operation
• To ensure and control rooms blocked for preventative maintenance or special repairs, hospitality use and room changes.
• Liase with other departments as it relates to ensuring exceptional guest experience
• Address guest complaints and follow up on corrective measures taken
• To provide information as required to guests relating to facilities and services offered at the resort- promotions, rates, room upgrades and day passes
• To ensure that all clients are issued with the correct arm band as an indication of them being authorized house guests
• To ensure that all check in procedure is carried out according to established standards
• To control and supervise the end of shifts of cashiers at the reception desk
• To check and follow up on no shows and over bookings while ensuring rooms are assigned in family trips, groups and special requests
• Conduct evaluations and disciplinary actions as deemed necessary
• Perform other duties as assigned

COMPETENCIES

• Good management skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing
• Ability to work in a fast-pace, high energy and demanding work environment
• Ability to work under pressure
• Good knowledge of the hotel operations or ability to learn quickly
• Team player with an ability to motivate team members
• Dedicated, hard-working, self – motivated and solution oriented
• Excellent time management skills; ability to prioritize and coordinate details; ability to multi-task and use initiative.
• Ability to work flexible hours and multitask
• Practice safety standards at all times

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• A Bachelors Degree in Hospitality and Tourism Management
• Training in management and/ supervisory skills
• At least two (2) years’ experience as a Front Office Assistant Manager within a large hotel.

BENEFITS

• Competitive Compensation Package
• Health & Life Insurance
• Pension Plan

Persons are encouraged to submit their applications by Sunday, November 26, 2023 to: talent.jamaica@palladiumhotelgroup.com

We thank all applicants for their interest but only shortlisted candidates who meet the requirements will be contacted.

Banquet Chef (Hanover, Jamaica) - Grand Palladium Resorts

We are seeking to hire a qualified and experienced Banquet Chef who would be primarily responsible for the planning, organizing, controlling and directing the work of the Department.

We are seeking to hire a qualified and experienced Banquet Chef who would be primarily responsible for the planning, organizing, controlling and directing the work of the Department. The Banquet Chef would oversee the food preparation of all banquets events while ensuring superior quality and consistency at all times.

Additionally, the Banquet Chef is responsible for developing new banquet menus, prepare, test, taste and control out new menu items. Maintain updated and accurate recipes and costing of all dishes prepared for banquet function. Also, review the following day's menus and approve the store requisitions for food and supplies needed from various kitchen storerooms.

Duties, Responsibilities and Expectations:

• Review Banquet Event Orders (BEO) on a daily basis and make note of any changes.
• Brief the banquet kitchen staff daily about the upcoming and current functions.
• Supervises and coordinates all activities of cooks who are engaged in food preparation.
• Coordinate banquet production and plating with the Executive Chef and Banquet Manager.
• Establish the day’s priorities and assign production and preparation tasks for the banquet kitchen staff/chefs to execute.
• Effectively communicate both verbally and in writing to provide clear direction to staff.
• Take physical inventory of specified food items for daily inventory.
• Assist the hotel's sales or banqueting staff with banquets, parties and other special events.
• Assist in determining the minimum and maximum stocks of all food, cooking supplies and equipment.
• Assist the Executive Chef in banquet menu development and execution.
• Maintain inventory control procedures and ensure that the banquet kitchen is prepared for the following day's work.
• Responsible for managing all day-to-day operations of banquet kitchen.
• Responsible for conducting frequent walkthroughs of each kitchen area and direct respective personnel to correct any deficiencies.
• Responsible for maintaining all equipment in proper operational condition.
• Responsible for overseeing the regular cleaning of all equipment used in the banquet kitchen.
• Ensure that each banquet kitchen work area is stocked with specified tools, supplies and equipment to meet the hotels operating and business demand.
• Ensure that recipe cards, production schedules, plating guides, photographs are current and posted.
• Ensure that all staff prepare menu items following recipes in accordance with the hotels operating standards.
• Communicate the kitchen needs with the purchasing and storeroom personnel.
• Review sales and food cost with the Executive Chef to ensure that the banquet kitchen is meeting budgeted costs.
• Monitor the performance of banquet kitchen staff and ensure all procedures are completed to the department standards.
• Maintain the productivity level of all banquet cooks and supporting staffs.
• Assist the Executive Chef with banquet menu planning and food purchasing.
• Participate in banquet kitchen employees progress and discipline procedures.
• Participate in training staff on menu items including ingredients, preparation methods and unique tastes.
• Plan and manage food quantities and plating requirements for all banquet functions.
• Maintain food preparation handling and correct storage standards.
• Review staffing levels to ensure that guest service, operational needs and financial objectives are met.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
• Follow proper handling and right temperature of all food products.
• Assist as needed in the interviewing and hiring of employee team members with appropriate skills.
• Identify the developmental needs of kitchen staff and provide coaching, mentoring to improve their knowledge or skills.
• Continually enhance the culinary experience of banquet or event guests.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the management.

Qualification and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in Culinary Arts, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related studies.
• Minimum of five years experience as a Banquet Chef in a high volume banquet kitchen.
• Very good knowledge of food safety, sanitation, food preparation techniques.
• Ability to work flexible hours and days.
• Knowledge of current and updated culinary trends.
• Ability to lead and mentor a large team of culinary professionals.

COMPETENCIES

• Leadership
• Customer Orientation
• Planning & Execution
• Innovation
• Results Orientation
• Improvement, Evolution and Development
• Good supervisory skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing
• Ability to work in a fast- pace, high energy and demanding work environment
• Ability to work under pressure
• Good knowledge of the hotel operations or ability to learn quickly
• Team player with an ability to motivate team members
• Dedicated, hard-working, self – motivated and solution oriented
• Excellent time management skills; ability to prioritize and coordinate details; ability to multi-task and use initiative.
• Ability to work flexible hours and multitask
• Practice safety standards at all times

BENEFITS

• Competitive compensation package
• Management level Accommodation
• Health and Life Insurance
• Pension Plan (Optional)
• Opportunities for training and development

Persons are encouraged to submit their applications by Friday, November 3, 2023.

 Email: talent.jamaica@palladiumhotelgroup.com

We thank all applicants for their interest but only shortlisted candidates who meet the requirements will be contacted.

Pastry Chef (Lucea, Hanover, Jamaica) - Grand Palladium Hotels & Resorts

Grand Palladium Jamaica Resort & Spa

Grand Palladium Lady Hamilton Resort & Spa

Pastry Chef 

We are looking for a creative pastry chef to be responsible for crafting delicious desserts and confectionery, designing menus, and developing new recipes for the pastry section of our Kitchen, while managing a dynamic, talented team to achieve total guest satisfaction through our pastry.

Duties, Responsibilities and Expectations:

• Create and prepare dessert menu items
• Order food supplies for dessert menu items
• Prepare and submit budgets
• Supply pastry, (bread and dessert) to all food and beverage outlets
• Supervise and train the Pastry Team
• Schedule staff task per day
• Research and develop new recipes
• Plate desserts for A La Carte restaurants
• Record shortages and any other relevant issue affecting production
• Check temperature of refrigerators daily
• Check expiry dates of stock
• Conduct inventory
• Ensure maintenance of clean work area at all times
• Maintain cost control
• Extremely high quality standard oriented chef to be able to satisfy local and international traveler guests with high expectation with new exciting products/ingredients to try.
• The Pastry chef needs to be aware of the sourcing for authentic products as it will redefine the success of the restaurant.
• Pastry Chef will ensure that the menu product selection is tailored to our primary target guests, the local residents, hotel guests, international traveler guests including the local expatriate community and obviously pastry lovers.
• Must be well aware of HACCP expectations and ensure high standard of hygiene and work methods are met.
• Pastry Chef will report directly to the Executive Chef.
• Understands purchasing control systems.

Overall Cuisine Style & Approach

• Food approach/execution will be an upscale Pastry style of cuisine. Chefs will use authentic ingredients with a new technique approach with interesting twist of combinations of ingredients, texture and taste. Food will be executed/enhanced by a well seasoned, experienced skilled chef. This cuisine style will be matching with the contemporary interior design of restaurants and bars to satisfy diverse lifestyles.
• The Pastry Chef will be required to come up with his signature, home town, and nostalgia dishes including execution/gimmick in order to create the wow factor. This will provide the guest a moment of an unexpected pleasure.

Qualification and Experience:

• Degree in Culinary Studies or related field
• Must have at least ten years' of experience in creative pastry cuisine
• Must have worked at least 4 years in a 5-star international hotel in the last 10 years of employment in the Caribbean as an Executive Pastry Chef.
• Must have a deep and clear understanding of Pastry style, history, tradition, culture
• Pre-opening experience is definitely a plus

COMPETENCIES

• Leadership
• Customer Orientation
• Planning & Execution
• Innovation
• Results Orientation
• Improvement, Evolution and Development
• Good supervisory skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing
• Ability to work in a fast- pace, high energy and demanding work environment
• Ability to work under pressure
• Good knowledge of the hotel operations or ability to learn quickly
• Team player with an ability to motivate team members
• Dedicated, hard-working, self – motivated and solution oriented
• Excellent time management skills; ability to prioritize and coordinate details; ability to multi-task and use initiative.
• Ability to work flexible hours and multitask
• Practice safety standards at all times

BENEFITS

• Competitive compensation package
• Management level Accommodation
• Health and Life Insurance
• Pension Plan (Optional)
• Opportunities for training and development

Persons are encouraged to submit their applications by Friday, September 1, 2023 to talent.jamaica@palladiumhotelgroup.com

We thank all applicants for their interest but only shortlisted candidates who meet the requirements will be contacted.

Grand Palladium Hotels and Resorts Now Hiring (Hanover, Jamaica)

 Grand Palladium Jamaica Resort and Spa

Grand Palladium Lady Hamilton Resort and Spa

Food and Beverage Vacancies:

One of Jamaica's largest 5-star hotel with other resorts in Mexico, Dominican Republic, Brazil, Spain and Italy, and the Top Employer in Latin America and Jamaica for 2022 and 2023, invites candidates to apply for the below listed Food & Beverage positions: 

• Executive Pastry Chef
• Assistant Chief Steward
• Steward
• Stewarding Supervisor
• Assistant Bar Manager
• Bartender
• Bar Porter
• Banqueting Manager
• Banquet Chef
• Banquet Supervisor
• Banquet Server
• Room Service Server/Driver
• Telephone Service Agent (Room Service)
• Maitre D
• Senior Restaurant Supervisor
• Waiter/Waitress
• Hostess
• Assistant Food & Beverage Manager
• Food & Beverage Concierge
• Butcher
• Cook 1, Cook 2, Cook 3
• Chef De Partie (Staff Restaurant)
• Baker Assistant

REQUIREMENTS:

• At least 2 years' experience working in the relevant position in a 5-star luxury hotel.
• Certification and specialized training in the relevant position
• HACCP Training
• Supervisory Management Training**
• Valid Food Handler's Permit

COMPETENCIES

• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing
• Ability to work in a fast- pace, high energy and demanding work environment
• Ability to work under pressure
• Good knowledge of the hotel operations or ability to learn quickly
• Team player with an ability to motivate team members
• Dedicated, hard-working, self – motivated and solution oriented
• Excellent time management skills; ability to prioritize and coordinate details; ability to multi-task and use initiative.
• Ability to work flexible hours and multitask
• Practice safety standards at all times

BENEFITS

• Competitive Compensation Package
• Health & Life Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Uniform & Meals
• Accommodation (Conditions Apply)
• Opportunities for Learning and Development

Persons are encouraged to submit their applications by Friday, June 30, 2023 to: talent.jamaica@palladiumhotelgroup.com

We thank all applicants for their interest but only shortlisted candidates who meet the requirements will be contacted.

Hotel Jobs @ Grand Palladium Hotels & Resorts (Hanover, Jamaica)

Locations:     Grand Palladium Resorts & Spa 

                      Grand Palladium Lady Hamilton Resort & Spa

Point, Lucea, Hanover

Jamaica's largest 5-star, all-inclusive hotel with resorts in Mexico, Dominican Republic, Brazil, Spain and Italy and the Top Employer for Latin America and Jamaica in 2021, invites candidates who are passionate about hospitality, eager to grow and ready to win, to attend our culinary recruitment drive in Lucea, Hanover. Come and join a world-class team where we turn guests into fans.

We are seeking consummate hospitality professionals who are experienced, creative and eager to join for the following departments - Operations, Rooms Division and Sales & Marketing positions:

Vacancies:

• Operations Manager
• Duty Manager (MOD)
• MICE/Groups Manager
• Assistant Housekeeping manager
• Assistant Laundry Manager
• Laundry Supervisor
• Assistant Front Office Manager
• Front Office Supervisor
• Snr. Social Media Specialist
• Snr. Marketing Specialist
• Maintenance Supervisor (Staff Quarters)

Benefits:

• Competitive Compensation Packages (new rates above industry standards)
• Health and Life Insurance
• Uniform
• Staff Transportation (from various points in Hanover, Westmoreland and Montego Bay
• Active Staff Welfare Program

Minimum Requirements:

• TRN
• NIS
• At least two (2) years experience working in the respective position
• Valid ID (Passport, Driver's license, Voter's ID)
• Valid Police Record
• Two (2) recent passport sized photos
• Proof of education/qualifications in the respective areas
• Two (2) written references (JP, Minister of Religion, Senior Police Officer, School Principal)

Please submit applications along with resumes by Friday, May 26, 2023 to: talent.jamaica@palladiumhotelgroup.com

We thank all applicants for their interest but only shortlisted persons will be contacted.

Please place the position applied for in the subject of the email.

Banquet Servers & Bartenders (Lucea, Hanover, Jamaica) - Grand Palladium Hotels & Resorts

We are seeking to employ trained Servers and Bartenders primarily for the Banqueting Team. These persons will be solely assigned to service meetings, functions, weddings and any other event which fall outside the regular Food & Beverage Operations.

COMPETENCIES

• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing
• Ability to work in a fast- pace, high energy and demanding work environment
• Ability to work under pressure
• Good knowledge of the food and beverage operations or ability to learn quickly
• Team player
• Dedicated, hard-working, self – motivated and solution oriented
• Excellent time management skills; ability to prioritize and coordinate details; ability to multi-task and use initiative.
• Ability to work flexible hours and multitask
• Practice safety standards at all times

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma
• Restaurant/Bar Certification and Training
• At least 1 year experience as a Server in a 5-Star Luxury Hotel
• Valid Food Handlers Permit

BENEFITS

• Competitive Compensation Package
• Health & Life Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Uniform & Meals

Persons are encouraged to submit their applications by Friday September 9, 2022. We thank all applicants for their interest but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Email resumes to: talent.jamaica@palladiumhotelgroup.com

Assistant Weddings Manager (Hanover, Jamaica) - Grand Palladium Hotels and Resorts

  Grand Palladium Jamaica Resort and Spa

Grand Palladium Lady Hamilton Resort and Spa

Assistant Weddings Manager

We are seeking an experienced Assistant Weddings Manager to join our company. We are seeking to identify a high- performing and experienced individual to manage a team that creates a unique experience for wedding guests by bringing the vision of the bride and groom to life.

Qualification and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Hospitality and Tourism Management or a related field.
• Two (2) to three (3) years as a Wedding Coordinator/Supervisor or an Assistant Manager in a 5-star Luxury Hotel.
• Knowledge in sales technique, event coordination.
• Weddings Administrative knowledge.
• Language skills
• High level of English to speak, translate, and/or write the language perfectly.
• Basic level of Spanish (an asset)
• Computer literate.

Please submit Applications along with Resume by Friday, May 27, 2022 to: talent.jamaica@palladiumhotelgroup.com

We thank all applicants for their interests but only shortlisted persons will be contacted. 

Grand Palladium Hotels & Resorts Now Hiring in Negril, Jamaica.

 Hospitality Recruitment Drive

When: Tuesday, April 5, 2022

Time: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Where: Negril Planning Authority 

(Negril Community Centre, Norman Manley Boulevard)

Jamaica's largest 5-star, all-inclusive hotel with resorts in Mexico, Dominican Republic, Brazil, Spain and Italy and the Top Employer for Latin America and Jamaica in 2021, invites candidates who are passionate about hospitality, eager to grow and ready to win, to attend our hospitality recruitment drive in Negril, Jamaica. Come and join a world-class team where we turn guests into fans.

Vacancies;

• Waiters/Waitresses
• Restaurant Supervisors
• Cooks - 1 & 2
• Baker's Assistant
• Butchers
• Stewards/Stewarding Supervisors
• Bar Porters/Bartenders/Supervisors
• Landscapers
• Public Area Attendants
• Public Area Supervisors
• Housekeeping Supervisors
• Housemen
• Maintenance Technicians
• Lifeguards
• Entertainment Coordinators
• Training Coordinators
• Asst. Laundry Manager
• Asst. Weddings Manager

Benefits:

• Competitive Compensation Packages
• Health and Life Insurance
• Uniform
• Staff Transportation (from various points in Hanover, Westmoreland and Montego Bay
• Active Staff Welfare Program

Requirements upon employment:

• TRN
• NIS
• Valid ID (Passport, Driver's license, Voter's ID)
• Valid Food Handler's Permit
• Valid Police Record
• Two (2) recent passport sized photos
• Proof of education/qualifications
• Two (2) written references (JP, Minister of Religion, Senior Police Officer, School Principal)
• Job letter from most recent employer

Grand Palladium Recruiting in Trelawny, Jamaica.

Grand Palladium Hotels & Resorts Hospitality Recruitment Drive:

Friday, March 11, 2022 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Location: St. Peters Anglican Church, Duke Street, Falmouth, Trelawny.

 Jamaica's largest 5-star all-inclusive hotel with resorts in Mexico, Dominican Republic, Brazil, Spain and Italy and the Top Employer for Latin America and Jamaica in 2021, invites candidates who are passionate about hospitality, eager to grow and ready to win, to attend our hospitality Recruitment Drive. Come join a world-class team where we turn guests into fans.

Vacancies: 

• Cook 1
• Cook 2
• Butcher
• Chef de Partie
• Stewards
• Waiters/Waitresses
• Bartenders
• Landscapers

Beneifits:

• Competitive Compensation Packages
• Health and Life Insurance
• Uniform
• Transportation
• Accommodation
• Recreational Resources
• Incentives and Bonuses

Requirements upon employment:

• TRN
• NIS
• Valid ID (passports, Driver's license, Voter's ID)
• Valid Food Handler's Permit
• Valid Police Record
• Two (2) recent passport size photographs
• Proof of education/qualifications
• Two (2) written references (JP, School Principal, Senior Police Officer, Minister of Religion)
• Job Letter from most recent employer

Contact:

Tel: (876) 551-8133

Email: Hrresourcing2.jamaica@palladiumhotelgroup.com for more information.