The Executive Chinese Chef is responsible for leading the Chinese culinary operation, developing menus, maintaining authentic food quality, and ensuring consistent presentation and service standards. Requirements typically include extensive experience in Chinese cuisine, preferably in a luxury hotel or high-end restaurant, strong knowledge of Cantonese or regional Chinese cooking, food safety certification, cost-control skills, and proven team leadership. The successful candidate is expected to manage kitchen operations, supervise chefs and stewarding colleagues, train staff, control purchasing and food waste, maintain hygiene standards, and work closely with senior management and other departments. Creativity, discipline, commercial awareness, and the ability to work in a multicultural environment are essential.
Shangri-La is a leading luxury hospitality group founded in Hong Kong, operating hotels, resorts, residences, and related businesses across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and other international markets. The group is known for warm Asian hospitality, high service standards, premium accommodation, and extensive food and beverage operations. Shangri-La properties generally serve leisure travelers, business guests, families, and luxury-tourism markets. Employees work in multicultural teams and are expected to demonstrate professionalism, attention to detail, genuine care for guests, and commitment to the company’s service culture. In Indonesia, Shangri-La operates prominent properties in destinations such as Jakarta and Bali, offering opportunities in culinary operations, guest services, events, wellness, and hotel management.
Indonesia offers hospitality and culinary opportunities across Bali, Java, Lombok, Batam, and other resort destinations. Bali is especially popular for international hotels, restaurants, and luxury resorts, while Jakarta provides larger corporate and urban hospitality markets. Work culture is generally respectful and team-oriented, with strong emphasis on hierarchy, relationships, punctuality, and guest service. Lifestyle options range from busy city living to beach communities, although traffic, humidity, and seasonal tourism can affect daily life. Foreign employees normally require an employer-sponsored work permit and appropriate limited-stay visa; working without authorization is not permitted. Employers may assist with immigration, accommodation, meals, flights, insurance, and relocation, but packages vary. Candidates should confirm the exact property, benefits, contract terms, taxation, and visa responsibilities before accepting an offer.
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