Chef Simon Volante to join Pan Pacific Hanoi

Pan Pacific Hanoi is delighted to welcome Chef Simon Volante to the hotel’s team. With 30 years of experience in the industry, he has an extensive resume spanning the United Kingdom, United States and South East Asia. Chef Simon will oversee Pacifica Restaurant and all culinary activities of the Hotel.

His culinary career began in the United Kingdom, his home country, where he spent his early eight years of working his way up the ranks in other luxury hotels. Working under established Michelin-starred Chefs in London, he was provided with valued training and practice opportunities in French and modern British cuisines. Twelve years in the United States followed as his career flourished and he took advantage of the amazing array of ingredients and produce, absorbing all the many regional influences. A love for Asia arose when he was travelling and he became immediately seduced by the lovely weather, nice beaches and unique flavors and cuisine. His career move to Asia has since led him to Thailand, Philippines, Vietnam and Cambodia where he discovered distinct cultures and lifestyle of these countries.

Being a chef for nearly three decades, Simon cannot hide the passion when talking about his career. “When your guests are very demanding, they always want the best and want to be looked after. That is part of the excitement. When they leave happy, you know you have delivered that kind of expectation and the team has done well”, he shared.

Joining Pan Pacific Hanoi, Chef Simon will incorporate his years of experience working in the Pacific Rim regions with the signature Pacific Cuisine. His latest creations have been the premium High Tea package, brand new buffet concept and soon a new A la Carte menu at Pacifica Restaurant which promises to be a culinary experience to satisfy all guests.

About Pan Pacific Hanoi

Strategically located at the edge of the city centre, Pan Pacific Hanoi offers an oasis of calm in the bustling city with the West Lake providing a tranquil setting for your stay. The hotel is a stroll away from the Old Quarter and a 25-minute drive from Noi Bai International Airport. Each of the 329 rooms, suites and serviced suites is furnished with stylish interiors, modern amenities and magnificent views, complemented by the unique Pacific Touch in the personalised services. Enjoy a diverse range of gourmet indulgence at Pan Pacific Hanoi’s restaurants and bars: all-day-dining Pacifica Restaurant, renowned Ming Restaurant, Song Hong Bar and the rooftop bar The Summit. Pan Pacific Hanoi provides an array of recreational facilities for a rejuvenating stay. Enjoy an energizing workout at the fully equipped Fitness Centre or go for a refreshing dip in the all-weather swimming pool. Offering nine meeting rooms, state-of-the-art technology and an experienced team of event planners, Pan Pacific Hanoi will be the ideal venue for your event.