The Sous Chef supports the Executive Chef and oversees daily operations in the main kitchen and buffet production areas. Candidates should have formal culinary training and several years of experience in a hotel, resort, or high-volume restaurant kitchen, with previous supervisory responsibility preferred. The role requires strong knowledge of international cuisine, buffet preparation, food presentation, portion control, HACCP and food-safety standards. The successful candidate is expected to lead and train kitchen colleagues, maintain consistent quality, control food costs and waste, coordinate production schedules, and ensure efficient service during busy periods. Flexibility, creativity, physical stamina, attention to detail, and the ability to work shifts, weekends, and holidays are essential.
Shangri-La is a leading luxury hospitality group founded in Hong Kong, operating hotels, resorts, and related properties across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and other international markets. Its Philippine properties are known for upscale accommodation, restaurants, meeting facilities, recreational amenities, and service influenced by Asian hospitality traditions. Shangri-La places strong emphasis on guest satisfaction, culinary quality, employee development, teamwork, and professional service standards. Depending on the property, employees may receive benefits such as meals, uniforms, service charge, medical coverage, staff accommodation or housing support, and training opportunities. A Sous Chef joining Shangri-La would work in a structured, international hotel environment, supporting high-volume food production while maintaining strict standards for hygiene, consistency, presentation, and guest experience.
The Philippines offers hospitality opportunities across major tourist islands and cities, including Luzon, Cebu, Boracay, Palawan, Bohol, and Mindanao. Resorts, hotels, restaurants, cruise operators, and tourism businesses regularly recruit chefs, front-office staff, service employees, and maintenance professionals. Filipino culture is generally warm, family-oriented, and welcoming, with English widely used in workplaces and tourism. Island life can provide beautiful beaches, outdoor activities, affordable local food, and a relaxed lifestyle, although transport, healthcare, internet, and shopping vary by location. Foreign nationals normally need an employer-sponsored work permit and appropriate visa, while Filipino applicants should confirm employment documents and benefits before relocating. Candidates should budget for accommodation, transport, weather disruptions, and travel between islands. Researching the specific property, accommodation arrangements, service charge, and local cost of living is advisable before accepting an offer.
Make sure pop-ups and redirects are enabled in your browser settings.
Ooops
Something went wrong, a few job details could not be loaded but you can still apply directly below:
Fetching job details, please wait...