Culinary Administrative Assistant

Job Description

The Culinary Administrative Assistant supports the culinary office and kitchen leadership with daily administration, scheduling, filing, correspondence, meeting coordination, purchasing records, and preparation of reports. The role may also involve maintaining staff rosters, tracking attendance, processing invoices, coordinating communications between kitchens and other hotel departments, and handling confidential information. Candidates are generally expected to have administrative experience, preferably in a hotel, restaurant, or hospitality environment. Strong organisation, accuracy, computer skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office are important. Good spoken and written English, a service-minded attitude, discretion, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines are expected. Familiarity with hotel systems, culinary terminology, and basic purchasing or finance procedures would be advantageous.

Company Info

Shangri-La Singapore is a luxury hotel located near Orchard Road and forms part of Shangri-La Group, an international hospitality company founded in Asia. The hotel is known for its landscaped grounds, elegant accommodation, restaurants, banquet facilities, wellness services, and high standards of guest care. Its culinary operation includes several restaurants, lounges, event kitchens, and large-scale banquet services, creating a busy environment for administrative and operational support roles. Shangri-La places strong emphasis on warm Asian hospitality, professional development, teamwork, and service excellence. Employees may receive benefits such as staff dining, uniform support, training, hotel discounts, and opportunities to build an international hospitality career, subject to the terms of the specific employment contract.

Destination Guide

Singapore is a modern island city-state with strong opportunities in hotels, restaurants, tourism, finance, technology, healthcare, and logistics. Its multicultural society blends Chinese, Malay, Indian, and international influences, reflected in its food, festivals, languages, and neighbourhoods. The lifestyle is safe, efficient, and convenient, with excellent public transport, shopping, parks, and dining, although rent and everyday expenses can be high. Singapore has a tropical climate, with warm, humid weather throughout the year. Foreign employees normally need an employer-sponsored work pass; an Employment Pass or S Pass may apply depending on qualifications, salary, and eligibility, while lower-paid hospitality roles may use a Work Permit where permitted. Arrange employment and approval before relocating. New arrivals should budget for accommodation deposits, transport, medical coverage, and living costs, and check current immigration requirements with Singapore authorities.