Ahead of its highly anticipated opening in late 2026, Mandarin Oriental, Makati took another significant step towards assembling its founding team, welcoming 384 hospitality professionals to its inaugural Career Fair held in Makati on July 24.
As Mandarin Oriental prepares for its return to the Philippine capital, the Career Fair represented an important milestone in building the team that will bring the brand’s legendary service to life. Throughout the day, candidates from across hotel disciplines participated in interviews and screening sessions with the leadership team. They were also introduced to the culture, values and service philosophy that will define the guest experience at Mandarin Oriental, Makati.
Since recruitment commenced in February, the hotel has attracted more than 18,000 applications from across the country, reflecting the strong interest surrounding Mandarin Oriental’s return to the Philippine capital. Following the inaugural Career Fair, recruitment continues across all departments as the hotel prepares to welcome its opening team in the months leading up to its opening.
‘The enthusiasm demonstrated throughout the Career Fair reflects the calibre of talent attracted by the hotel’s opening and the enduring appeal of the Mandarin Oriental brand. We are immensely excited to welcome guests to Mandarin Oriental, Makati, and to welcome the colleagues who will bring our legendary service to life. The Philippines is renowned for its genuine warmth and exceptional hospitality, qualities admired the world over. Filipino hospitality professionals possess an innate ability to care for others with sincerity and grace, making them a natural fit for Mandarin Oriental. As Masters of Craft, our colleagues are united by a passion for excellence and a dedication to continually refining their expertise. This philosophy lies at the heart of our culture, reflecting our commitment to nurturing talent, celebrating craftsmanship, and empowering every colleague to excel in their chosen profession,’ said Franck Droin, General Manager of Mandarin Oriental, Makati.
Building on the success of the inaugural event, Mandarin Oriental, Makati will host two additional Career Fairs in the coming months as it continues to recruit talent for its opening team.
Guided by Mandarin Oriental’s Masters of Craft philosophy, the hotel continues to seek individuals whose passion for excellence and dedication to service will shape a new chapter in Manila hospitality.