The Sous Chef supports the Executive Chef and Chef de Cuisine in managing main-kitchen and buffet production. Requirements typically include culinary training, several years of professional kitchen experience, and previous supervisory experience in a hotel, resort, or high-volume restaurant. The candidate should understand food preparation, buffet presentation, menu standards, portion control, food costing, sanitation, HACCP procedures, and kitchen safety. The role requires strong leadership, organization, communication, and time-management skills, particularly during busy service periods. Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and holidays is expected. The successful candidate should maintain consistent food quality, coach team members, control waste, coordinate with other departments, and uphold Shangri-La’s service and hygiene standards.
Shangri-La Group is a global luxury hospitality company founded in Asia and recognized for its hotels, resorts, and distinctive service culture. Its properties operate across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and other international destinations under brands including Shangri-La, Kerry, JEN, and Traders. In the Philippines, Shangri-La operates established luxury hotels and resorts serving leisure travelers, business guests, families, and events. The company places strong emphasis on warm hospitality, culinary quality, guest satisfaction, employee development, sustainability, and high operating standards. Employees may benefit from structured training, international hospitality exposure, staff accommodation or meals at some properties, service-charge participation, and career opportunities within the wider group, subject to the individual property’s policies and employment package.
The Philippines offers hospitality opportunities across Luzon, Cebu, Boracay, Palawan, Bohol, and Mindanao, especially in hotels, resorts, restaurants, diving, events, and tourism services. Workplaces are generally friendly and team-oriented, while Filipino culture values hospitality, family, respect, and community. Lifestyle varies from busy cities such as Manila and Cebu to relaxed island destinations with beaches, outdoor activities, and a lower cost of living. English is widely used in tourism and business, although learning basic Filipino or local phrases is helpful. Foreign nationals normally need an employer-sponsored work permit and appropriate visa; requirements should be confirmed with the Bureau of Immigration and the hiring company. Relocating employees should budget for housing deposits, transportation, healthcare, and travel between islands. Domestic flights and ferries connect major destinations, but schedules and weather can affect travel.
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