Assistant Chief Steward Manager

Job Description

The Assistant Chief Steward Manager supports the Chief Steward in managing kitchen stewarding operations at Shangri-La Singapore. Responsibilities typically include supervising stewarding staff, coordinating cleaning and sanitation duties, maintaining hygiene and food-safety standards, controlling equipment and chemical supplies, preparing schedules, training employees, and supporting smooth service during busy periods. Candidates are generally expected to have experience in hotel or large-scale food-and-beverage operations, knowledge of sanitation procedures, leadership ability, and good communication skills. The role requires physical stamina, attention to detail, flexibility for shifts, weekends and public holidays, and the ability to work calmly in a fast-paced multicultural environment.

Company Info

Shangri-La Singapore is a luxury urban resort located near Orchard Road and is part of Shangri-La Group, an international hospitality company founded in Asia. The property is known for its extensive gardens, multiple restaurants and bars, guest rooms and suites, conference facilities, recreational amenities, and high-service standards. Its operations require large multidisciplinary teams across food and beverage, culinary, housekeeping, engineering, guest services, events, and administration. Shangri-La places emphasis on genuine hospitality, employee development, cultural diversity, and personalised guest experiences. The Singapore hotel serves leisure travellers, corporate guests, families, groups, and major events. Working there can provide exposure to luxury hotel procedures, international service standards, and structured training, although the environment can be demanding, with rotating shifts and high expectations for cleanliness, safety, teamwork, and consistent operational performance.

Destination Guide

Singapore is a compact island city-state with strong opportunities in hospitality, tourism, finance, technology, healthcare, logistics, and education. Hotel jobs are concentrated around Orchard Road, Marina Bay, Sentosa, Changi, and the central business district. The culture is multicultural and generally professional, combining Chinese, Malay, Indian, and international influences; English is widely used at work. Lifestyle is safe, convenient, and urban, with excellent public transport, diverse food, shopping, parks, and beaches, though accommodation and daily expenses can be high. Foreign employees normally need an employer-sponsored work pass, such as an Employment Pass, S Pass, or Work Permit, depending on qualifications, salary, and sector rules. Employers usually guide successful applicants through the application process. Relocating candidates should arrange a valid offer, approved pass, housing budget, medical and travel documents, and local banking and tax registration after arrival.