Commis Pastry - Jajanan Pasar

Role summary

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The Commis Pastry – Jajanan Pasar supports the pastry team in preparing traditional Indonesian market sweets and other pastry items to Shangri-La standards. Typical requirements include basic pastry or culinary training, some kitchen experience, knowledge of Indonesian ingredients and traditional snacks, food-safety awareness, and the ability to follow recipes accurately. The successful candidate is expected to maintain cleanliness, organize ingredients, work efficiently during busy service periods, and support senior pastry chefs with preparation, cooking, plating, and storage. Creativity, discipline, teamwork, attention to detail, willingness to learn, and flexibility with shifts, weekends, and public holidays are important. Indonesian language skills are generally useful, while English may be required for workplace communication.

About the employer

Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts is a leading luxury hospitality group founded in Asia and recognized for warm service, elegant accommodation, and high operating standards. The group manages hotels, resorts, and related hospitality businesses across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and other international markets. Its properties typically include restaurants, banquet facilities, wellness services, and extensive guest amenities. Shangri-La places strong emphasis on personalized service, teamwork, professional presentation, food quality, and employee development. In Indonesia, the company has been associated with major luxury hotel operations serving business travelers, leisure guests, and international events. Culinary employees can gain experience in professional kitchens, multicultural teams, standardized food-safety procedures, and the preparation of both international cuisine and regional specialties such as jajanan pasar.

Working in Indonesia

Indonesia offers hospitality opportunities across Java, Bali, Sumatra, Lombok, and other popular islands. Jakarta, on Java, provides the broadest market for luxury hotels, restaurants, events, and corporate catering, while Bali and Lombok offer strong resort, wellness, and tourism employment. Indonesian culture values hospitality, respect for elders, community, and religious traditions; modest workplace behavior and sensitivity to local customs are important. Living costs vary considerably, with Jakarta and Bali generally more expensive than smaller cities. Employees should expect warm weather, busy tourism seasons, and diverse regional foods and languages. Foreign workers normally need employer sponsorship and the appropriate work permit and limited-stay visa before starting employment; tourist visas do not authorize work. Candidates should confirm relocation support, accommodation, tax obligations, health insurance, and contract conditions directly with the employer before moving.