Culinary Administrative Assistant

Job Description

The Culinary Administrative Assistant supports the culinary department with office administration, scheduling, correspondence, document control, meeting coordination, purchasing records and preparation of reports. Candidates should have good organization, communication and computer skills, particularly in Microsoft Office, with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage confidential information. Experience in a hotel, restaurant or food-and-beverage environment is advantageous. The role requires professionalism, flexibility and the ability to coordinate effectively with chefs, suppliers, finance and other hotel departments in a fast-paced setting. Candidates are expected to maintain accurate records, meet deadlines and provide dependable administrative support to the culinary leadership team.

Company Info

Shangri-La is a major luxury hospitality group founded in Asia and known for its hotels, resorts and residences across the world. The company operates properties in destinations throughout Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America and beyond, with a focus on warm service, refined accommodation and memorable guest experiences. Shangri-La Singapore is an established luxury hotel offering accommodation, restaurants, event facilities, wellness services and extensive business and leisure amenities. Its operations depend on collaboration between culinary, food and beverage, rooms, events and corporate support teams. Employees typically work in a multicultural environment where service standards, professionalism, teamwork and attention to detail are highly valued. The group also promotes training and career development opportunities for hospitality professionals.

Destination Guide

Singapore is a compact, highly connected city-island with strong opportunities in hospitality, food and beverage, tourism, finance, technology and healthcare. The culture is multicultural, with English widely used alongside Mandarin, Malay and Tamil. Daily life is convenient and safe, supported by excellent public transport, modern healthcare, shopping and diverse dining. Housing and general expenses can be high, especially in central areas, so salary and accommodation arrangements should be reviewed carefully. Foreign employees generally need an employer-sponsored work pass, such as an Employment Pass, S Pass or Work Permit, depending on qualifications, salary and occupation; approval is handled by the Ministry of Manpower. New arrivals should arrange suitable housing, understand local employment rules and budget for transport, deposits and healthcare. Singapore has a tropical climate, with heat and rain throughout the year, and offers easy regional travel across Southeast Asia.