The Sous Chef (Wok Chef) supports the Chef de Cuisine in managing wok-station operations, preparing authentic Asian dishes, maintaining consistent taste and presentation, and supervising kitchen colleagues during service. Candidates typically need culinary training, several years of experience in Chinese or Southeast Asian cuisine, strong wok-cooking skills, and knowledge of food hygiene, HACCP, stock control, and kitchen safety. The role requires leadership, teamwork, stamina, creativity, and the ability to work efficiently under pressure. Shangri-La expects the candidate to maintain high service standards, coach junior staff, control food costs, minimize waste, and follow company policies while delivering a polished guest dining experience.
Shangri-La is a leading luxury hospitality group founded in Hong Kong, operating hotels, resorts, and residences across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and other international destinations. Its properties are known for warm Asian hospitality, premium accommodation, extensive dining facilities, and carefully developed guest experiences. In the Philippines, Shangri-La operates prominent resorts and city hotels, including properties in Manila, Cebu, and Boracay. The company employs multicultural teams across culinary, front office, housekeeping, engineering, wellness, and business functions. Shangri-La generally places strong emphasis on service excellence, professional presentation, food safety, training, teamwork, and career development. A culinary employee can expect structured hotel procedures, demanding service periods, opportunities to work with international colleagues, and exposure to high-volume luxury food and beverage operations.
The Philippines is an archipelago with major employment hubs in Metro Manila, Cebu, Boracay, Palawan, and other resort islands. Hospitality jobs are widely available in hotels, restaurants, resorts, and cruise-related businesses, with stronger seasonal demand in beach destinations. Filipino culture is welcoming, family-oriented, social, and strongly influenced by local traditions, Spanish history, American media, and diverse regional cuisines. Lifestyle varies from busy urban living to relaxed island communities; costs are generally moderate, though central Manila and resort areas can be expensive. Foreign workers normally need an employer-sponsored work permit and appropriate visa, commonly an Alien Employment Permit followed by a 9(g) work visa. Employers often assist with documentation, accommodation, meals, transport, or relocation, but terms should be confirmed before accepting an offer. Reliable internet, healthcare access, and international flights are best in major cities.
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