Culinary Administrative Assistant

Job Description

The Culinary Administrative Assistant supports the culinary department with schedules, correspondence, reports, purchase documentation, payroll or attendance records, meeting coordination, and general office administration. Candidates should have strong organizational and communication skills, good attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel. Previous administrative experience in a hotel, restaurant, or hospitality environment is advantageous. The successful candidate is expected to handle confidential information professionally, manage competing priorities, maintain accurate records, coordinate effectively with chefs and other departments, and provide reliable day-to-day support in a fast-paced kitchen operation. Flexibility, teamwork, a service-oriented attitude, and willingness to work around hotel operating schedules are important.

Company Info

Shangri-La Group is a luxury hospitality company founded in Hong Kong and recognized for its hotels, resorts, and city properties across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and other international markets. The group operates under brands including Shangri-La, Kerry Hotels, JEN by Shangri-La, and Traders. Shangri-La hotels are known for warm Asian hospitality, personalized service, quality dining, and comprehensive guest facilities. In Singapore, Shangri-La Singapore is a prominent luxury hotel offering accommodation, restaurants and bars, banquet services, wellness facilities, gardens, and business and event spaces. The company employs people across hotel operations, culinary services, guest relations, finance, engineering, sales, and administration, with an emphasis on service standards, teamwork, professional development, and creating memorable guest experiences.

Destination Guide

Singapore is a compact, highly connected island city-state with strong opportunities in hospitality, tourism, food and beverage, logistics, technology, finance, and healthcare. The work culture is generally professional, multicultural, efficient, and performance-focused, with English widely used in business. Lifestyle options include excellent public transport, diverse food markets, shopping, parks, museums, beaches, and a lively international community. Housing can be expensive, so newcomers often compare shared apartments, private rooms, and employer-supported accommodation. Foreign employees normally need a valid work pass arranged through an employer, such as an Employment Pass, S Pass, or Work Permit, depending on qualifications, salary, and occupation. Candidates should secure a written offer before relocating and confirm pass eligibility, medical requirements, insurance, working hours, and accommodation costs. Singapore’s tropical climate is hot and humid year-round, with frequent rain.