The Sous Chef supports the Executive Chef in managing main kitchen and buffet production, ensuring consistent food quality, presentation, hygiene, and timely service. Requirements typically include culinary training, several years of professional kitchen experience, and previous experience in a hotel, resort, or high-volume restaurant. The candidate should understand international cuisine, buffet operations, food-cost control, HACCP standards, inventory management, and kitchen safety. Strong leadership, organization, communication, and teamwork are essential. The role involves supervising and coaching culinary staff, coordinating preparation and service, monitoring portion standards, minimizing waste, and maintaining clean, efficient work areas. Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and public holidays is expected.
Shangri-La is a leading luxury hospitality group founded in Hong Kong, operating hotels, resorts, and related businesses across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and other international markets. Its properties are known for high service standards, resort experiences, refined dining, and strong attention to guest comfort. In the Philippines, Shangri-La operates prominent hotels and resorts in destinations such as Manila, Cebu, and Boracay. The company generally provides structured training, career development, employee benefits, and opportunities to work in multicultural teams. Culinary employees are expected to uphold Shangri-La’s standards for food quality, presentation, sanitation, guest service, and operational discipline. Depending on the property, benefits may include meals, uniforms, accommodation or housing assistance, service charge, insurance, and statutory benefits.
The Philippines offers hospitality opportunities in Manila, Cebu, Boracay, Palawan, Bohol, and other resort areas, especially in hotels, restaurants, cruise services, and tourism operations. Filipino culture is warm, family-oriented, English-friendly, and strongly influenced by local traditions and international hospitality practices. Island living can offer beaches, outdoor activities, affordable food, and a relaxed social lifestyle, although transport, healthcare, and internet quality vary by destination. Manila and Cebu provide broader career options and urban amenities, while resort islands offer a quieter environment but may have higher prices and fewer services. Foreign workers normally need an employer-sponsored work permit and an appropriate visa, with requirements handled through Philippine authorities. Candidates should confirm accommodation, transport, medical coverage, taxes, and contract terms before relocating. Local staff may need standard government registrations and employment documents.
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