Culinary Administrative Assistant

Job Description

The Culinary Administrative Assistant supports the culinary department with day-to-day administration, including preparing reports, maintaining records, coordinating meetings, handling correspondence, managing schedules, and assisting with purchasing or inventory documentation. Candidates should have strong organizational and communication skills, good attention to detail, and confidence using Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word. Previous administrative or hospitality experience is advantageous, as is familiarity with hotel kitchen operations. The role requires professionalism, discretion, accuracy, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Flexibility, teamwork, and a service-focused attitude are expected when working with chefs, suppliers, and other hotel departments.

Company Info

Shangri-La is a luxury hospitality group founded in Hong Kong, operating hotels, resorts, and related businesses across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and other destinations. The group is known for its premium accommodation, restaurants, wellness facilities, and personalized service under the Shangri-La brand. Shangri-La Singapore is a large luxury hotel set amid landscaped gardens near Orchard Road, offering guest rooms, suites, dining venues, meeting facilities, and recreational amenities. The company places strong emphasis on genuine hospitality, service excellence, teamwork, professional development, and creating memorable guest experiences. Employees typically work in a multicultural environment with opportunities to build careers across hotel operations and the wider Shangri-La network.

Destination Guide

Singapore is a modern, multicultural island city-state with strong opportunities in hotels, restaurants, tourism, finance, technology, healthcare, and logistics. Its culture blends Chinese, Malay, Indian, and international influences, reflected in festivals, neighborhoods, and diverse food traditions. Lifestyle is convenient and safe, with excellent public transport, shopping, entertainment, beaches, parks, and efficient public services. Living costs can be high, particularly for accommodation, although shared housing and transport are practical options. Foreign employees generally need an employer-sponsored work pass, such as an Employment Pass, S Pass, or Work Permit, depending on qualifications, salary, and role requirements. Employers usually submit the application to Singapore's Ministry of Manpower. Candidates should verify current eligibility rules, arrange suitable housing, and budget for deposits, insurance, and daily expenses before relocating.