Subsidiary Cook (Shang Palace)

Job Description

The Subsidiary Cook supports daily food preparation and cooking at Shang Palace, Shangri-La Singapore’s Chinese restaurant. Requirements typically include relevant kitchen experience, knowledge of Chinese cuisine and cooking methods, food-safety awareness, and the ability to follow recipes and hygiene standards. The candidate is expected to prepare ingredients accurately, maintain cleanliness, control portions, assist senior chefs, work efficiently during busy service periods, and cooperate with the kitchen team. Flexibility for shifts, weekends, and public holidays is generally required. Physical stamina, attention to detail, discipline, and a positive attitude are important. Experience in a hotel or Cantonese restaurant is advantageous.

Company Info

Shangri-La Group is a leading luxury hospitality company founded in Asia, operating hotels, resorts, and related businesses across the world. Its portfolio includes the Shangri-La, Kerry, JEN, and Traders brands. Shangri-La Singapore is a landmark luxury hotel known for its extensive gardens, premium accommodation, restaurants, meeting facilities, and service standards. Shang Palace is the hotel’s established Chinese restaurant, recognized for Cantonese cuisine, dim sum, and elegant dining. The group places strong emphasis on genuine hospitality, professional development, teamwork, and guest satisfaction. Employees may work in a multicultural environment with structured hotel operations, training opportunities, and international service practices. Specific benefits and employment conditions vary according to the position, contract, and applicable Singapore regulations.

Destination Guide

Singapore offers strong opportunities in hospitality, food and beverage, tourism, retail, technology, finance, and healthcare. The culture is multicultural, with Chinese, Malay, Indian, and international influences reflected in food, festivals, and daily life. The city is clean, highly connected, and generally safe, with efficient public transport and convenient access to restaurants, shopping, parks, and coastal areas. Living costs, especially rent, are relatively high, so accommodation and transport should be budgeted carefully. Foreign workers generally need an employer-sponsored work pass, such as an Employment Pass, S Pass, or Work Permit, depending on qualifications, salary, and occupation. The employer normally submits the application. Candidates should verify pass eligibility, medical requirements, contract terms, accommodation, and recruitment fees before relocating. Singapore’s tropical climate is hot and humid year-round, with frequent rain.