Sous Chef

Job Description

The Sous Chef supports the Executive Chef and Chef de Cuisine in managing daily kitchen operations, food preparation, menu execution and service quality. Requirements typically include formal culinary training, several years of professional kitchen experience, and previous supervisory experience in a hotel, resort or high-volume restaurant. The candidate should understand food safety, hygiene standards, portion control, costing and inventory management. Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills are expected, along with the ability to train team members, maintain consistency under pressure and work flexible shifts, including weekends and public holidays. Experience with international cuisine and luxury hospitality standards would be advantageous.

Company Info

Shangri-La Group is a leading luxury hospitality company founded in Hong Kong, with hotels, resorts and related businesses across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America and other international markets. Its properties are known for personalised service, refined accommodation, restaurants, wellness facilities and strong attention to guest experience. Shangri-La Singapore is a long-established luxury hotel set near Orchard Road, offering guestrooms, suites, extensive dining venues, meeting facilities, gardens and recreational amenities. The company places emphasis on service excellence, cultural awareness, professional development and teamwork. A Sous Chef joining Shangri-La would typically work within a structured culinary operation, collaborating with senior chefs and front-of-house teams while maintaining the group’s standards for food quality, presentation, hygiene and guest satisfaction.

Destination Guide

Singapore is a modern island city-state with strong opportunities in hospitality, tourism, food and beverage, finance, technology and healthcare. Its multicultural society blends Chinese, Malay, Indian and international influences, reflected in its festivals, languages and famous hawker-food culture. The lifestyle is safe, convenient and highly connected, with excellent public transport, shopping, healthcare and regional travel links. Housing and daily expenses can be high, especially near central districts, so employees should budget carefully. Foreign workers generally need employer-sponsored authorisation before starting work. Hospitality professionals may be considered for an S Pass or Employment Pass, depending on salary, qualifications, experience and prevailing government requirements; approval is not automatic. Employers normally submit the application. Candidates should confirm contract terms, accommodation, medical coverage, working hours and relocation costs before accepting an offer.