Subsidiary Cook (Shang Palace)

Job Description

The Subsidiary Cook supports the Shang Palace kitchen team with food preparation, cooking, portioning and presentation of Chinese cuisine. Typical duties include preparing ingredients, following recipes and hygiene standards, maintaining clean work areas, storing food safely and assisting senior chefs during service. Candidates should have relevant kitchen experience, preferably in Chinese or hotel restaurants, basic knowledge of food safety and the ability to work efficiently in a busy environment. The role requires teamwork, discipline, physical stamina, flexibility for shifts, weekends and public holidays, and a willingness to follow Shangri-La’s service and quality standards.

Company Info

Shangri-La is a luxury hospitality group founded in Asia and known for hotels, resorts and residences across the world. Its portfolio includes properties in major cities and resort destinations, with a strong emphasis on warm Asian hospitality, refined service and memorable guest experiences. Shangri-La Singapore is a prominent city hotel serving business and leisure travellers, with restaurants, banquet facilities, guest rooms and extensive event services. Shang Palace, the hotel’s signature Chinese restaurant, is recognized for Cantonese cuisine, dim sum and polished dining service. Employees typically work in a multicultural environment with structured hotel procedures, training opportunities and high standards for food safety, presentation and customer care. The company recruits people across culinary, restaurant, housekeeping, engineering and corporate functions.

Destination Guide

Singapore is a compact, highly developed island city-state with strong opportunities in hotels, restaurants, tourism, finance, technology, healthcare and logistics. Its culture is multicultural, shaped by Chinese, Malay, Indian and international communities, with English widely used at work. Lifestyle is convenient and safe, with excellent public transport, varied food, shopping, parks and efficient public services. Accommodation can be expensive, especially near the city centre, so many workers share apartments or live farther from work. Foreign employees generally need employer-sponsored permission to work, such as an Employment Pass, S Pass or Work Permit, depending on qualifications, salary and occupation. The employer normally manages the application. Before relocating, confirm the contract, deductions, working hours, medical coverage and accommodation arrangements, and budget for rent, transport and daily expenses.