Subsidiary Cook (Shang Palace)

Job Description

The Subsidiary Cook supports the Shang Palace kitchen by preparing assigned dishes, ingredients, sauces and garnishes according to recipes and Shangri-La food-quality standards. Candidates should have relevant culinary experience, preferably in Chinese cuisine or a hotel restaurant, along with good knife skills, knowledge of food hygiene and the ability to work efficiently in a busy kitchen. The role requires teamwork, discipline, physical stamina and willingness to work shifts, weekends and public holidays. The successful candidate is expected to maintain cleanliness, control portion sizes, minimise waste and follow food-safety, occupational-health and workplace procedures.

Company Info

Shangri-La Group is a luxury hospitality company founded in Asia and recognised for its hotels, resorts and serviced residences across the world. Its properties are known for personalised service, comfortable surroundings and a strong focus on guest experience. In Singapore, Shangri-La Singapore is a long-established luxury hotel offering accommodation, restaurants, event facilities, wellness services and extensive dining operations. Shang Palace is the hotel's Chinese restaurant, serving refined Cantonese cuisine in an upscale setting. Employees typically work within structured hotel departments and are expected to maintain high standards of service, hygiene, teamwork and professionalism. The group also places emphasis on employee development, cultural awareness and consistent brand standards across its international properties.

Destination Guide

Singapore is a compact, safe city-state with strong opportunities in hotels, restaurants, tourism, aviation, retail and business services. The culture is multicultural, with English widely used alongside Mandarin, Malay and Tamil. Life is convenient, clean and well connected by MRT and buses, although accommodation and dining can be expensive. Hospitality employees commonly work rotating shifts, weekends and public holidays. Foreign workers must obtain the appropriate work authorisation before starting employment; the employer usually applies for a Work Permit or S Pass, depending on nationality, qualifications, salary and government rules. Candidates should confirm eligibility, medical requirements, accommodation arrangements and whether meals or transport are provided. Popular residential areas include Geylang, Kallang, Woodlands and Jurong, with shared housing helping reduce costs. Singapore's tropical climate is hot and humid year-round, with frequent rain, so light clothing and practical footwear are useful.