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Sous Chef (Banquet)

Philippines Shangri-La PHP 30,000–PHP 55,000 per month, potentially with service charge, meals, accommodation, and other benefits*
Job Description

The Sous Chef (Banquet) supports the Executive Chef and Banquet Chef in planning, preparing, and delivering high-quality food for weddings, conferences, and other large events. Requirements typically include culinary training, several years of professional kitchen experience, and previous exposure to banquet or high-volume operations. The candidate should understand food safety, portion control, menu execution, costing, and kitchen hygiene. Strong leadership, organization, communication, and problem-solving skills are expected. The role requires the ability to supervise cooks, coordinate with service teams, maintain consistent standards under pressure, and work flexible shifts, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays. Experience in an international hotel or luxury resort is advantageous.

Company Info

Shangri-La Group is a leading luxury hospitality company founded in Hong Kong, with hotels, resorts, and residences across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and other destinations. Its brands are known for warm Asian hospitality, attentive service, and high standards in accommodation, dining, wellness, and events. In the Philippines, Shangri-La operates established properties in locations such as Manila, Cebu, and Boracay, employing large culinary, hospitality, and support teams. The company generally provides structured hotel operations, professional development, employee benefits, and opportunities to work with international guests and colleagues. A Sous Chef joining Shangri-La can expect a demanding but well-organized environment, particularly during major banquets and resort events, with emphasis on food quality, guest satisfaction, safety, teamwork, and consistent adherence to luxury-brand standards.

Destination Guide

The Philippines is an archipelago with strong employment opportunities in hotels, resorts, restaurants, catering, tourism, and cruise-related services. Major hospitality hubs include Manila, Cebu, Boracay, Palawan, Bohol, and Davao. Filipino workplace culture is generally welcoming, family-oriented, and team-focused, with English widely used in professional settings. Island living can offer beaches, outdoor activities, affordable local food, and a relaxed lifestyle, although transport, healthcare, and internet access vary outside major centers. Foreign workers normally need an appropriate work visa or permit, usually arranged with employer support; working before authorization is not permitted. Relocating employees should confirm accommodation, meals, medical coverage, transport, contract terms, taxes, and service-charge policies. Climate is tropical, with a dry season and a rainy season, and occasional typhoons affect some regions. Local registration and immigration requirements should be checked before travel.

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