Sous Chef

Role summary

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The Sous Chef supports the Executive Chef and leads the kitchen team during daily operations. Candidates are generally expected to have professional culinary training, several years of experience in a hotel or high-volume restaurant, and strong knowledge of food preparation, hygiene, HACCP standards, portion control, and kitchen safety. The role requires confidence supervising cooks, coordinating service, maintaining consistent quality, managing stock, reducing waste, and controlling costs. Shangri-La expects a hands-on, organised, and team-oriented leader who can work under pressure, train colleagues, communicate clearly, and maintain luxury hospitality standards. Flexibility for shifts, weekends, and public holidays is essential.

About the employer

Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts is a leading luxury hospitality group founded in Asia, with hotels, resorts, and residences across major destinations worldwide. The company is known for warm Asian hospitality, attentive service, strong food and beverage operations, and high standards in guest care. Shangri-La Singapore is a prominent luxury hotel offering accommodation, restaurants, event facilities, wellness services, and extensive gardens. Its culinary teams typically work across multiple outlets and banquet operations, providing opportunities to gain experience in international cuisines and large-scale hotel service. Employees are generally expected to demonstrate professionalism, respect, teamwork, and a commitment to delivering personalised guest experiences. The group also places importance on staff development, operational discipline, and maintaining consistent brand standards.

Working in Singapore

Singapore is a compact, highly connected island city-state with strong opportunities in hospitality, tourism, food and beverage, events, and luxury hotel operations. Its multicultural population creates a diverse working environment, with English widely used in business. Life is safe, efficient, and convenient, although accommodation and daily expenses can be high. Public transport is excellent, and residents enjoy varied food, shopping, parks, waterfront areas, and a tropical climate. Foreign employees normally need a valid work pass sponsored by an employer; eligibility depends on qualifications, salary, and experience. Employers may assist with applications, but approval is handled by Singapore’s Ministry of Manpower. Candidates should confirm medical, contract, levy, and relocation arrangements before accepting an offer. Popular residential areas include the city centre, River Valley, Orchard, and more affordable neighbourhoods near MRT lines.