Sous Chef (Banquet)

Role summary

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The Sous Chef (Banquet) supports the Executive Chef and leads kitchen operations for weddings, conferences, functions, and other large-scale events. Requirements typically include culinary training, several years of professional kitchen experience, and previous supervisory or banquet experience, preferably in a luxury hotel. The candidate should be confident preparing food in high volumes, maintaining consistent quality and presentation, controlling costs, and following food safety and sanitation standards. Strong leadership, organization, communication, and time-management skills are essential. The role requires flexibility to work shifting schedules, weekends, and holidays, while coordinating effectively with banquet service and other hotel departments.

About the employer

Shangri-La Group is a leading luxury hospitality company founded in Hong Kong, with hotels, resorts, and related businesses across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and other destinations. Its properties are known for personalized service, comfortable accommodation, extensive dining facilities, and high standards of guest care. In the Philippines, Shangri-La operates established hotels and resorts, including properties in Manila, Cebu, and Boracay. The group provides career opportunities across culinary, hotel operations, events, sales, wellness, and corporate functions. Employees typically work in an international environment with structured service standards, professional development opportunities, and strong emphasis on teamwork. A banquet Sous Chef contributes directly to the quality and efficiency of large events while supporting Shangri-La’s reputation for refined hospitality and memorable dining experiences.

Working in Philippines

The Philippines is an archipelago with strong employment opportunities in hotels, resorts, restaurants, tourism, events, healthcare, business services, and information technology. Major hospitality markets include Metro Manila, Cebu, Boracay, Palawan, Bohol, and Davao. Filipino culture is generally warm, family-oriented, community-minded, and influenced by Spanish, American, and Asian traditions. Lifestyle varies from busy urban living to relaxed beach and island communities, with affordable local food and active social life. Foreign nationals normally need an employer-sponsored work visa or permit, commonly involving Department of Labor and Employment approval and immigration processing. Requirements depend on nationality, contract, and role, so professional advice and official government guidance are recommended. Relocation costs, housing, transportation, healthcare, and tropical weather should be considered. English is widely used in workplaces, making the country accessible to international hospitality professionals.