Sous Chef (In-Room Dining)

Job Description

The Sous Chef (In-Room Dining) supports the Chef de Cuisine and oversees daily kitchen operations for room-service orders. Requirements typically include culinary training, several years of professional hotel or restaurant experience, and previous supervisory experience, preferably in in-room dining or a high-volume operation. The candidate should understand food preparation, presentation, hygiene, HACCP standards, stock control, and kitchen cost management. Strong organisation, leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills are expected. The role requires flexibility for rotating shifts, weekends, and public holidays, along with the ability to maintain quality and service speed during busy periods. A professional, guest-focused attitude and the ability to train and motivate colleagues are essential.

Company Info

Shangri-La is a leading luxury hospitality group founded in Asia, with hotels, resorts, and city properties across the world. The company is known for personalised service, strong Asian hospitality values, and premium guest experiences. Shangri-La Singapore is a landmark luxury hotel set among landscaped gardens near Orchard Road, offering guestrooms, suites, restaurants, event facilities, wellness services, and extensive food and beverage operations. The hotel employs colleagues across numerous departments and provides opportunities in culinary arts, guest services, housekeeping, engineering, sales, and management. Employees are generally expected to demonstrate warmth, professionalism, teamwork, attention to detail, and a genuine commitment to exceeding guest expectations. Benefits and conditions for culinary roles may include staff meals, uniforms, training, career development, and other benefits subject to the employment contract and company policy.

Destination Guide

Singapore is a modern island city-state with strong opportunities in hospitality, tourism, food and beverage, finance, technology, healthcare, and logistics. Its multicultural society blends Chinese, Malay, Indian, and international influences, reflected in its festivals, languages, and outstanding hawker food. The lifestyle is safe, efficient, and highly connected, although accommodation and daily expenses can be high. Public transport is excellent, and many attractions, shopping areas, beaches, and green spaces are easily accessible. Foreign professionals normally need a work pass before starting employment. The employer usually applies for an Employment Pass or S Pass, depending on the role, qualifications, salary, and prevailing government requirements. Candidates should confirm current eligibility with Singapore’s Ministry of Manpower. Relocating workers should budget for rent, transport, healthcare, deposits, and essential household costs. Singapore’s tropical climate is hot and humid year-round, with frequent rain.