Assistant Director of Food & Beverage

Role summary

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The Assistant Director of Food & Beverage supports the overall management of Shangri-La Singapore’s restaurants, bars, banqueting and related service operations. The role typically requires a diploma or degree in hospitality management, several years of supervisory or management experience in a luxury hotel or high-end restaurant, strong knowledge of food and beverage operations, budgeting, service standards and team leadership. The successful candidate is expected to deliver consistently excellent guest experiences, improve revenue and profitability, manage service quality, support training and development, and work closely with the Executive Chef and other departments. Flexibility, strong communication skills, commercial awareness and a hands-on approach are essential, along with the ability to work shifts, weekends and public holidays.

About the employer

Shangri-La Group is a prominent luxury hospitality company headquartered in Hong Kong, operating hotels, resorts and residences across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America and other international markets. Its portfolio includes the Shangri-La, Kerry Hotels, JEN by Shangri-La and Traders brands. The company is known for warm Asian hospitality, high service standards and distinctive dining, wellness and event experiences. Shangri-La Singapore is a major five-star city resort set in extensive tropical gardens near Orchard Road. It offers guestrooms and suites, restaurants and bars, meeting and event facilities, a spa, recreational amenities and family-focused services. The property serves business travellers, leisure guests, local residents and large corporate or social events, creating broad opportunities for hospitality professionals.

Working in Singapore

Singapore is a compact, highly developed island city with strong opportunities in luxury hotels, restaurants, events, tourism, finance, technology and healthcare. English is widely used at work, while the multicultural population includes Chinese, Malay, Indian and many expatriate communities. Life is safe, efficient and convenient, with excellent public transport, modern healthcare, international schools and extensive shopping and dining. The climate is hot, humid and tropical throughout the year, with frequent rain. Accommodation can be expensive, especially near central districts, so many employees live farther from Orchard Road and commute by MRT. Foreign professionals generally need an employer-sponsored work pass; experienced managers may qualify for an Employment Pass, subject to prevailing salary and eligibility requirements. Applicants should secure the pass before starting work and arrange housing, insurance and tax matters with employer guidance. Singapore offers a fast-paced lifestyle and excellent regional travel access.