Chef De Partie (Waterfall)

Role summary

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The Chef de Partie (Waterfall) is responsible for managing an assigned kitchen section, preparing dishes consistently to Shangri-La standards, and maintaining excellent food quality, presentation, hygiene, and portion control. Candidates should have professional culinary training and relevant experience in a hotel, restaurant, or similar high-volume kitchen. The role requires sound knowledge of food safety, preparation methods, kitchen equipment, and menu execution. The successful candidate is expected to work efficiently under pressure, follow recipes and operating procedures, coordinate with other kitchen sections, control wastage, and maintain a clean and organized workstation. Flexibility for shifts, weekends, and public holidays, along with teamwork and a positive service attitude, is essential.

About the employer

Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts is a luxury hospitality group founded in Asia and recognized for its distinctive service, comfortable surroundings, and warm, personal approach to guest care. The group operates hotels, resorts, and related hospitality businesses across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and other international markets. Shangri-La Singapore is a major luxury hotel known for its extensive grounds, multiple dining venues, event facilities, wellness services, and strong focus on service standards. Employees typically work in a multicultural environment with structured operating procedures, training opportunities, and clear expectations around professionalism, teamwork, guest satisfaction, and presentation. Culinary team members may gain experience serving international guests and working across sophisticated restaurant, banquet, and hotel food-and-beverage operations.

Working in Singapore

Singapore is a compact island city-state with strong opportunities in hospitality, tourism, food and beverage, finance, technology, healthcare, and logistics. Its culture is multicultural, with Chinese, Malay, Indian, and international influences reflected in food, festivals, languages, and daily life. The lifestyle is safe, efficient, and highly urban, with excellent public transport, modern facilities, and extensive dining and shopping options. Housing and everyday expenses can be high, especially near central areas, so employer accommodation or a careful budget may be important. Foreign workers generally need an employer-sponsored work pass; the appropriate permit depends on nationality, occupation, qualifications, and salary, and approval is subject to Singapore regulations. Relocating employees should arrange valid travel documents, housing, healthcare coverage, and required medical checks before starting work. Singapore’s tropical climate is hot and humid throughout the year.