Executive Chef

Role summary

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The Executive Chef leads all culinary operations, including menu planning, food quality, kitchen standards, budgeting, purchasing, hygiene, and team development. Candidates are expected to have extensive experience managing kitchens in luxury hotels or high-end resorts, strong knowledge of international and local cuisine, and a solid understanding of food safety and cost control. Formal culinary training and senior leadership experience are normally required. Shangri-La would expect an inspirational manager who can recruit and train chefs, maintain consistent standards, work closely with restaurant and events teams, and create memorable dining experiences. Strong communication, organization, creativity, commercial awareness, and the ability to work under pressure are essential.

About the employer

Shangri-La is a leading luxury hospitality group originating in Asia, operating hotels, resorts, and related properties across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and other international markets. The brand is known for warm Asian hospitality, refined service, distinctive dining, and comfortable guest experiences. Its Indonesian properties serve leisure and business travelers and typically offer multiple restaurants, banqueting facilities, wellness services, and extensive guest amenities. Shangri-La places strong emphasis on service excellence, employee development, operational standards, and cultural awareness. An Executive Chef can expect to work in a structured international environment with close cooperation between culinary, food and beverage, sales, finance, and hotel leadership teams. Exact conditions, benefits, and property details depend on the Indonesian hotel or resort named in the vacancy.

Working in Indonesia

Indonesia offers varied opportunities in luxury hotels, resorts, restaurants, cruise operations, and tourism, especially in Bali, Java, Lombok, and the Riau Islands. Bali is the best-known international hospitality market, with a relaxed lifestyle, beaches, wellness businesses, and a large expatriate community. Java, including Jakarta and Surabaya, provides stronger corporate and urban career options, while Lombok and smaller islands offer quieter resort living. Indonesian culture values courtesy, community, family, and religious diversity; local customs should be respected. Living costs vary considerably, with Bali’s popular areas often more expensive than regional destinations. Foreign employees normally need employer sponsorship, an approved work permit, and a KITAS limited-stay permit before starting work. Employers commonly assist with immigration, accommodation, insurance, flights, and relocation, but these benefits should be confirmed in writing. Reliable transport, healthcare, and schooling are more accessible in major cities and established resort areas.