Every day, our talents passionately dedicate themselves to bringing our expertise and values to life. Get to know them better and dive into the world of those who contribute to our success daily.
Ilse joined the Maison a few months ago and quickly made her mark with her vibrant energy. A graduate in luxury marketing from ESSEC, she lived in China and Singapore before returning to Belgium to become our Key Account Manager. Passionate about travel, pastry, and proud of her Ghent roots, she is a true ambassador for Flanders. Under her leadership, we joined Voka, organized a team-building event in Ghent, and launched a growing running club. A daily ray of sunshine, and we wish her a long journey with us!
A graduate of the ALMA School of Culinary Arts and Pastry in Parma, Italy, Alessia has refined her skills in the pastry shops, restaurants, and hotels of various luxury establishments. In 2020, she joined Maison Pierre Marcolini in Belgium, starting in the cooking department, where she helped create ganaches and praline blends. Her curiosity and passion for learning quickly led her to the Research and Development department, the creative heart of the Maison. For the past three years, Alessia has been experimenting with new recipes and perfecting her craft. Every day, working alongside Creative Director Pierre Marcolini and Workshop Manager Chef Laurent Soenen, she continues to grow, drawing inspiration from their expertise and passion.
Arriving in October 2022, our multilingual talent Nadir is fluent in French, English, Italian, and also has basic knowledge of Arabic and Dutch. He took his first steps at the Woluwe shopping center, before moving to the flagship store at Sablon, and now works as a Team Leader at the Manufacture. Calm, composed in the face of challenges, and always attentive, he inspires both his colleagues and customers with his kindness and resilience. Passionate about football, chocolate, and deeply attached to the Maison, he embodies our young hope... You may soon encounter him in one of our international locations!
A graduate of HEC Paris with an MBA from Mexico, Jeanne has built an international career spanning Europe and Asia. She began in the advertising and media industry in France before moving to China, where she founded and led Publicis Luxe China as Executive Director. She joined Maison Pierre Marcolini eight years ago to launch the brand in China, which quickly became our third-largest market worldwide. She then took on the role of General Manager Asia, spearheading our regional expansion—most notably in Japan—before assuming leadership of the Pierre Marcolini Group in 2021. Known as "La Femme Chocolat," Jeanne is a results-driven yet deeply human leader, guiding with passion, excellence, and kindness
Originally from Madrid, our HR Business Partner joined Maison Pierre Marcolini six years ago as an operational HR support. Over the past two years, she has grown into the role of HR Business Partner. Known for her empathy and listening skills, she places people at the heart of her work. She fully embraces the values of our Maison regarding Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and has a strong interest in well-being, nature, and sustainable development.
About Pierre Marcolini
Maison Pierre Marcolini, founded in Brussels in 1995, is renowned for its exceptional craftsmanship and ethical commitment. A pioneer of the Bean-to-Bar movement, Pierre Marcolini masters the chocolate-making process by selecting fine cocoa grands crus from independent producers in various countries. He also uses rare ingredients such as pink berries from Morocco and pistachios from Iran. With over 50 boutiques worldwide, Pierre Marcolini got international recognition and was named "Best Pastry Chef in the World" at the World Pastry Stars.
Recruitment process
- CV selection
Applications are reviewed to identify profiles that best match the job requirements
- Pre-qualification phone interview
Assesses the candidate’s motivation, verifies key CV details, and confirms suitability for the role
- Interview with HR
Evaluates behavioural skills, values, and cultural fit within the company
- Interview with the Functional Manager
Assesses technical skills and experience; a business case or practical test may be required
- Job offer
A formal offer is made, outlining the employment conditions and job responsibilities
Some fun facts around Pierre Marcolini!
- Fact #1: A staff party every year! (theme required)
- Fact #2: We eat chocolate all the time!
- Fact #3: We have launched our own running club, and it's growing fast!