Head Baker

Job Description

The Head Baker leads the bakery and pastry production team, overseeing daily preparation of breads, pastries, desserts and other baked products to Shangri-La’s quality standards. Candidates should have professional culinary or bakery training, substantial experience in a hotel, resort or high-volume bakery, and strong knowledge of baking methods, food safety, hygiene and kitchen cost control. The role requires leadership, menu and production planning, inventory management, recipe consistency and the ability to train junior colleagues. Shangri-La expects a creative, hands-on professional who can maintain high standards under pressure, manage staffing efficiently and collaborate with other culinary departments. Flexibility for shifts, weekends and public holidays is normally required.

Company Info

Shangri-La Group is a leading luxury hospitality company headquartered in Hong Kong, operating hotels, resorts and related businesses across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America and other international markets. The group is known for its distinctive Asian hospitality, premium guest service and properties located in major cities and resort destinations. Shangri-La Singapore is a large luxury hotel offering accommodation, restaurants, event facilities, gardens, wellness services and extensive guest amenities. The company places strong emphasis on service excellence, colleague development, operational standards and creating memorable guest experiences. Employees typically work in a multicultural environment with opportunities to build careers across hotel departments and international properties. A Head Baker would contribute to the hotel’s food and beverage operation by maintaining product quality, supporting culinary innovation and ensuring reliable bakery production for restaurants, banquets and other outlets.

Destination Guide

Singapore is a compact, highly developed island city-state with strong opportunities in hospitality, food and beverage, tourism, technology, finance and healthcare. Its culture is multicultural, blending Chinese, Malay, Indian and international influences, with English widely used at work. Life is convenient and safe, supported by excellent public transport, modern shopping areas, diverse food and efficient public services. Housing can be expensive, especially in central districts, so many employees rent rooms or share apartments. Foreign professionals generally need an employer-sponsored work pass, such as an Employment Pass, S Pass or Work Permit, depending on qualifications, salary and occupation; the employer normally submits the application. Relocating workers should budget for rent, deposits, transport, insurance and daily expenses, and confirm that the offered salary meets current pass requirements. Singapore’s tropical climate is hot and humid year-round, with frequent rain.