Executive Chef

Role summary

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The Executive Chef leads all culinary operations, including restaurant, banquet, and room-service kitchens, while maintaining Shangri-La’s standards for food quality, presentation, hygiene, and guest satisfaction. Candidates should have extensive experience as an Executive Chef or senior culinary leader in a luxury hotel or resort, strong knowledge of international and local cuisine, and proven skills in menu planning, budgeting, purchasing, cost control, and team development. The role requires excellent leadership, creativity, communication, and knowledge of HACCP and Indonesian food-safety requirements. The successful candidate is expected to manage a diverse team, work closely with other departments, improve financial performance, and create memorable dining experiences.

About the employer

Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts is a luxury hospitality group founded in Hong Kong, operating hotels, resorts, and related properties across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and other major destinations. The brand is known for warm Asian hospitality, high service standards, elegant accommodation, and a strong focus on personalized guest experiences. Its properties typically include restaurants, bars, banquet facilities, spas, recreational areas, and extensive event services. Shangri-La places emphasis on employee development, international career opportunities, cultural awareness, and responsible business practices. In Indonesia, the group has operated well-known luxury hotels and resorts serving business travelers, leisure guests, and major events. An Executive Chef joining Shangri-La would work in a structured international environment, leading culinary teams while balancing creativity, guest expectations, food safety, and commercial performance.

Working in Indonesia

Indonesia offers hospitality opportunities across Bali, Java, Lombok, and other resort islands, particularly for experienced chefs, hotel managers, engineers, and guest-service professionals. Bali has the largest international tourism market and a relaxed, multicultural lifestyle, while Jakarta and other Java cities provide stronger corporate and business opportunities. Daily life can be affordable, although prime areas in Bali are increasingly expensive. Indonesian culture values respect, community, family, and religious traditions; workplace relationships are generally polite and collaborative. Foreign employees normally need employer sponsorship for a work permit and KITAS, with approval arranged before starting employment. Relocation packages may include accommodation, meals, flights, medical insurance, and transport, but this varies by contract. Candidates should confirm salary, service charge, housing, tax treatment, permit responsibility, and contract duration with Shangri-La before relocating.