Assistant Director of Food & Beverage

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The Assistant Director of Food & Beverage supports the Director in managing the hotel’s restaurants, bars, banquets, and related service operations. Requirements typically include a diploma or degree in hospitality, several years of supervisory or management experience in a luxury hotel or high-volume food and beverage environment, strong knowledge of service standards, budgeting, cost control, and local regulations. The successful candidate is expected to lead and coach teams, maintain excellent guest satisfaction, coordinate with kitchen and other departments, monitor revenue and expenses, handle operational challenges, and uphold Shangri-La’s service standards. Strong communication, organisation, commercial awareness, and a hands-on leadership style are important.

About the employer

Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts is a luxury hospitality group founded in Asia and headquartered in Hong Kong. It operates hotels, resorts, and residences across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and other international markets. The group is known for warm Asian hospitality, high service standards, and distinctive properties ranging from urban business hotels to beach and island resorts. Shangri-La Singapore is located near Orchard Road and offers accommodation, restaurants, bars, meeting facilities, and wellness services. Employees generally work in a multicultural environment where guest care, professionalism, teamwork, and attention to detail are highly valued. The company provides opportunities across hotel operations, food and beverage, culinary services, events, finance, sales, and corporate support, with career development and training forming an important part of its employment offering.

Working in Singapore

Singapore is a compact, modern island city-state with strong opportunities in hospitality, tourism, aviation, finance, technology, healthcare, and international business. Its hotel sector is diverse, ranging from luxury resorts and city hotels to restaurants, attractions, and events venues. The culture is multicultural, with English widely used alongside Mandarin, Malay, and Tamil. Life is safe, efficient, and highly connected, with excellent public transport, modern healthcare, and abundant dining and entertainment options. Housing and daily expenses can be high, especially near central districts, so budgeting is important. Foreign professionals generally need an employer-sponsored work pass, such as an Employment Pass or S Pass, subject to salary, qualifications, and government approval. Employers often assist with applications, but candidates should confirm eligibility before relocating. Singapore has a hot, humid climate year-round and offers convenient regional travel across Southeast Asia.