Commis - Chinese Restaurant

Role summary

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The Commis supports the Chinese restaurant kitchen by preparing ingredients, assisting with cooking, maintaining food presentation standards, and keeping work areas clean and organized. Candidates should have basic culinary knowledge, familiarity with Chinese ingredients and cooking methods, and a genuine interest in developing a professional kitchen career. Previous hotel or restaurant experience is helpful but entry-level applicants with relevant training may be considered. The role requires teamwork, discipline, attention to hygiene, willingness to work shifts, and the ability to perform calmly in a busy environment. The successful candidate is expected to follow recipes and safety procedures, support senior chefs, minimize waste, and consistently meet Shangri-La’s quality and service standards.

About the employer

Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts is a luxury hospitality group founded in Asia and recognized internationally for warm Asian hospitality. The company operates hotels, resorts, residences, and related properties across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and other destinations. Its properties typically offer accommodation, restaurants, wellness facilities, meeting spaces, and leisure services. Shangri-La places strong emphasis on personalized guest service, high operating standards, employee development, and cultural awareness. In Indonesia, the group has operated luxury hotels and resorts serving both international travelers and domestic guests. Employees generally work in a structured, multicultural environment with opportunities to learn hotel operations and progress through different departments. Benefits and employment conditions vary by property, position, and local regulations, and may include service charge, meals, uniforms, insurance, and staff accommodation where applicable.

Working in Indonesia

Indonesia is an archipelago with varied opportunities in hotels, restaurants, resorts, tourism, retail, and marine activities. Bali offers the largest concentration of hospitality jobs and an international lifestyle, while Jakarta, Surabaya, Lombok, Batam, and other islands provide opportunities in city hotels, business travel, and resort operations. Local culture values respect, community, modesty, and religious diversity; learning basic Indonesian is useful. Lifestyle ranges from busy urban living to relaxed beach communities, with generally affordable food and transport, although popular tourist areas can be expensive. Foreign nationals usually need employer sponsorship and an appropriate work permit and visa; working on a tourist visa is not permitted. Confirm current requirements with the employer and Indonesian immigration authorities. Relocation planning should include accommodation, health insurance, transportation, and local registration.