Sous Chef - Korean Cuisine

Role summary

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The Sous Chef – Korean Cuisine supports the Executive Chef in managing the Korean kitchen, preparing authentic dishes, maintaining consistent quality, and supervising daily food production. Candidates should have professional culinary experience, preferably in Korean cuisine or a high-end hotel or restaurant environment. Strong knowledge of food safety, hygiene, menu preparation, portion control, ordering, and kitchen cost management is expected. The role requires leadership, creativity, discipline, and the ability to train and motivate chefs and kitchen colleagues. Candidates should be comfortable working under pressure, handling busy service periods, and collaborating with multicultural teams. A culinary qualification and good communication skills are advantageous.

About the employer

Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts is a leading luxury hospitality group founded in Hong Kong, with hotels and resorts across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and other international destinations. The company is known for warm Asian hospitality, high service standards, elegant accommodation, and extensive dining, wellness, and meeting facilities. Shangri-La properties typically provide structured training, career development, employee benefits, and opportunities to work with multicultural teams. In Indonesia, the group operates luxury hotels and resorts in prominent destinations, serving business travelers, leisure guests, families, and international events. Culinary employees are expected to uphold Shangri-La’s standards for food quality, presentation, hygiene, guest service, and teamwork while contributing to a professional and welcoming workplace.

Working in Indonesia

Indonesia is an archipelago with strong hospitality opportunities in Bali, Jakarta, Surabaya, Lombok, Batam, and destinations such as Bintan and the Gili Islands. Luxury hotels, resorts, restaurants, cruise services, and tourism businesses regularly recruit chefs, supervisors, and experienced international-cuisine specialists. Balinese culture is welcoming and community-focused, with Hindu traditions especially visible in Bali, while other islands reflect diverse Muslim, Christian, and local customs. Lifestyle ranges from busy urban living to relaxed coastal communities, with generally warm weather and affordable local food and transport. Foreign workers normally need employer sponsorship, a valid work permit and stay permit, and should not begin employment on a tourist visa. Employers often assist with documentation, accommodation, flights, insurance, and relocation. Candidates should confirm benefits, tax treatment, housing, and permit arrangements before accepting an offer.