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Demi Chef - Butcher
Role summary
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The Demi Chef – Butcher supports the kitchen team by preparing, trimming, cutting, portioning, storing and labeling meat, poultry and other butchery products according to hotel standards. Candidates should have previous experience in a professional kitchen, ideally in a hotel or resort, with sound knowledge of food safety, hygiene, knife handling and butchery techniques. The role requires physical stamina, attention to detail and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate is expected to maintain a clean, organized workstation, minimize waste, follow recipes and portion controls, cooperate with chefs and colleagues, and work flexible shifts, including weekends and public holidays.
Can I work in Phuket?
Never pay anyone for a visa or a job offer. A real employer pays the permit costs and never asks you for money.
How it works
How it works: Non-B visa and an online work permit; employers need 4 Thai staff per foreigner.
Watch for: Massage, beauty and guiding jobs are reserved for Thais.
Official source: Board of Investment One Stop Service: visas and work permits. Checked October 2026.
What the job usually comes with in Phuket
Usual for Phuket, varies by employer. Checked October 2026.
| Housing | Dorms at some resorts; an allowance for senior staff |
|---|---|
| Meals | Staff canteen |
| Flights | Senior packages only |
| Service charge | Shared evenly; 5-star high season THB 30,000 to 40,000 a month, about half in low season |
| Contract | 1 to 2 years; probation often 119 days |
| Leave | 6 days |
| Income tax | 0% to 35% |
Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.
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Working in Phuket
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About Renaissance Phuket Resort & Spa
Renaissance Phuket Resort & Spa is a luxury beachfront resort located on Mai Khao Beach in northern Phuket, Thailand. It operates under the Renaissance Hotels brand, part of Marriott International, one of the world’s largest hospitality companies. The resort offers guest rooms, villas, restaurants, bars, spa facilities, pools and event spaces, serving both leisure and business travelers. Its food and beverage operation focuses on high-quality international and locally inspired cuisine, supported by professional culinary teams. Employees typically work in a structured, multicultural hotel environment with Marriott training, service standards and opportunities for career development. The property’s location provides access to Phuket’s beaches, nature attractions and tourism infrastructure while offering the quieter atmosphere of the island’s northern coast.