The Executive Chef leads all culinary operations, including restaurants, banquets, room service and kitchen production. Requirements typically include extensive experience as an Executive Chef or senior sous chef in a luxury hotel or resort, strong knowledge of international and local cuisine, food safety standards, menu planning, cost control and team leadership. The successful candidate is expected to maintain Shangri-La’s quality standards, develop creative menus, manage budgets and purchasing, train and motivate a multicultural kitchen team, and ensure consistent guest satisfaction. Professional culinary qualifications, excellent communication skills and experience working in Indonesia or another international hospitality market are advantageous.
Shangri-La Group is a major luxury hospitality company headquartered in Hong Kong, operating hotels, resorts and other hospitality businesses across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America and Africa. Its properties are known for warm Asian-inspired service, high accommodation standards, extensive dining operations and distinctive resort experiences. Shangri-La employs international and local teams across hotel operations, including culinary, rooms, wellness, events and commercial functions. Executive Chefs are expected to protect food quality and safety while creating memorable dining experiences that reflect the property, destination and brand. The company generally offers structured operating standards, opportunities to work with multicultural teams and career development within its global hotel network. Benefits vary by property and may include accommodation, meals, medical coverage, service charge and relocation support.
Indonesia offers opportunities for experienced hospitality professionals in Bali, Java, Lombok, Sumatra and other resort destinations. Bali has the largest international tourism market, with strong demand in luxury hotels, villas and restaurants; Lombok and the Gili Islands provide a quieter resort lifestyle, while Jakarta and Surabaya offer larger urban hospitality markets. Local culture values respect, community, religious diversity and polite communication. Lifestyle varies from busy city living to relaxed coastal communities, with affordable local food and active outdoor activities. Foreign nationals normally require employer sponsorship and an appropriate work and stay permit, commonly arranged through the company before employment begins. Candidates should confirm visa costs, accommodation, taxation, insurance, flights and contract benefits directly with Shangri-La. Indonesia’s climate is tropical, and English is widely used in international resorts, although learning basic Indonesian is helpful for daily life and team communication.
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