The Sous Chef (Garde Manger) supports the Chef de Cuisine in managing the cold kitchen, including salads, dressings, appetizers, sandwiches, cold cuts and buffet presentations. Requirements typically include culinary training, several years of professional kitchen experience, and strong knowledge of food preparation, hygiene, HACCP and kitchen safety. Experience in a hotel or luxury resort is preferred. The successful candidate should demonstrate excellent knife skills, creativity, attention to detail and the ability to maintain consistent quality during busy service periods. Responsibilities also include supervising colleagues, organizing mise en place, controlling food costs, monitoring stock and ensuring the kitchen operates efficiently while meeting Shangri-La service standards.
Shangri-La is an international luxury hospitality group founded in Hong Kong, operating hotels, resorts and residences across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America and other destinations. Its properties are known for warm Asian hospitality, high service standards, comfortable accommodation and extensive dining, wellness and event facilities. In the Philippines, Shangri-La operates prominent properties including Shangri-La The Fort, Manila and Shangri-La Mactan, Cebu, offering opportunities across culinary, guest services, events, engineering and administration. The company places strong emphasis on guest satisfaction, colleague development, professionalism, cultural respect and responsible business practices. Culinary employees generally work in structured, fast-paced environments serving restaurants, banquets, room service and special events, with opportunities to develop international hotel experience.
The Philippines is an archipelago with major employment hubs in Metro Manila, Cebu, Boracay, Palawan and other resort destinations. Hospitality jobs are widely available in hotels, restaurants, cruise-related businesses and tourism services, especially for chefs and experienced kitchen professionals. Filipino culture is welcoming, family-oriented and strongly influenced by Spanish, American and Asian traditions; English is widely used in workplaces. Lifestyle varies from busy urban living in Manila to a slower beach-oriented pace in Cebu, Palawan or Boracay. Living costs depend on location, with resort islands often charging more for accommodation. Foreign workers generally need an employer-sponsored Alien Employment Permit and appropriate work visa, while Filipinos can relocate domestically with standard identification and employment documents. Candidates should confirm accommodation, meals, insurance, transport, contract terms and visa sponsorship before accepting a position.
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