Commis I - Indian Cuisine

Job Description

The Commis I – Indian Cuisine supports the kitchen team in preparing authentic Indian dishes according to Shangri-La’s standards. Requirements typically include basic culinary training or relevant kitchen experience, knowledge of Indian ingredients and cooking methods, good hygiene awareness, and the ability to follow recipes and instructions. The successful candidate should be organized, physically fit, willing to work shifts, and able to perform effectively in a fast-paced hotel kitchen. Responsibilities include ingredient preparation, assisting chefs during service, maintaining cleanliness, storing food correctly, minimizing waste, and following food-safety procedures. A positive attitude, teamwork, reliability, and an eagerness to learn are important.

Company Info

Shangri-La is a luxury hospitality group founded in Hong Kong and recognized for its hotels, resorts, and distinctive Asian-inspired service. The group operates properties across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and other international markets. Shangri-La hotels typically offer accommodation, restaurants, bars, wellness facilities, meeting spaces, and guest experiences aimed at both leisure and business travelers. The company places strong emphasis on gracious hospitality, attention to detail, employee development, and cultural understanding. In Hong Kong, Shangri-La properties are established luxury employers with structured departments covering culinary operations, guest services, events, finance, engineering, and administration. Kitchen employees can gain experience in international hotel standards, large-scale food production, specialized cuisines, and multicultural service environments.

Destination Guide

Hong Kong offers strong opportunities in hotels, restaurants, catering, tourism, retail, finance, technology, and professional services. Culinary workers benefit from a busy dining scene ranging from local Cantonese food to international and Michelin-recognized restaurants. The culture blends Chinese traditions with international influences, while Cantonese and English are widely used in hospitality. Life is energetic and convenient, with excellent public transport, compact neighborhoods, shopping, hiking, beaches, and diverse food options. Housing can be expensive, so many employees share accommodation or live in districts outside the central area. Foreign employees generally need an employment visa sponsored by their employer, and the role, qualifications, and salary must meet immigration requirements. New arrivals should arrange accommodation, healthcare coverage, banking, and local registration. Hong Kong’s humid summers, long working hours, and high living costs should be considered before relocating.