La Rose Noire Foundation, Inc. and Swissôtel Clark formally signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) on July 8, 2026, marking a significant partnership to provide On-the-Job Training (OJT) opportunities for scholars enrolled in the Foundation’s Bread and Pastry Production (BPP) and Barista Training Programs.
La Rose Noire Foundation, Inc. is a non-profit organization that provides fully funded technical-vocational scholarship to deserving underprivileged youth from Pampanga and neighboring provinces in Central Luzon. In addition to free skills training, scholars receive comprehensive support, including lodging, meals, transportation, uniforms, school supplies, and daily allowances, allowing them to focus on building their skills and preparing for sustainable careers.
La Rose Noire Foundation Inc. and Swissotel Clark MOA signing
(Photo L-R: Ms. Rizza Munar, Cluster Hotel Manager, Swissotel Clark; Ms. Sheh Canlas – Head of Foundation, La Rose Noire Foundation; Ms. Pamela Flores – Executive Director, La Rose Noire Foundation; Mr. Dino Pilapil – Swissotel Clark Cluster Director of People and Culture; Joan Castro – Swissotel Clark Assistant People & Culture Manager)
Over the past decade, the Foundation has produced 343 graduates, many of whom have gone on to become successful pastry chefs, baristas, and entrepreneurs in the Philippines and abroad. Alumni are now working in Australia, New Zealand, the Cook Islands, the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Japan, and aboard international cruise liners.
Through this partnership, scholars will complete their OJT at Swissôtel Clark, gaining hands-on experience in a world-class hospitality environment under the mentorship of experienced industry professionals. The program will strengthen their technical skills, build confidence, and equip them for successful careers in the hospitality industry.
Ms. Pamela Flores Executive Director, La Rose Noire Foundation and Chef Antonello Manca – Cluster Executive Assistant Manager, Swissotel Clark
The MOA was signed by Ms. Pamela Flores, Executive Director of La Rose Noire Foundation, Inc., and Mr. Dino Pilapil, Cluster Director of People & Culture of Swissôtel Clark. Following the signing, Chef Antonello Manca, Cluster Executive Assistant Manager, expressed his enthusiasm for supporting the Foundation’s mission and mentoring scholars as they develop into skilled, confident, and globally competitive hospitality professionals.
This partnership reflects the shared commitment of La Rose Noire Foundation, Inc. and Swissôtel Clark to empower aspiring hospitality professionals through quality training, industry exposure, and meaningful career opportunities that lead to brighter and more sustainable futures.
La Rose Noire Foundation opens its doors to inclusive recruitment from aspiring youth aged 18 -25, especially our brethren from the indigenous communities, who are eager to hone their skills in baking and barista training. Interested applicants are encouraged to visit https://www.larosenoirefoundation.com or contact us at lrnfoundationcocsw@la-rose-noire.com or +63 961 091 4715 for more information about the program and application process.
