Sous Chef (High Street Cafe)

Role summary

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The Sous Chef supports the Executive Chef and Chef de Cuisine in managing kitchen operations at Shangri-La’s High Street Cafe in the Philippines. Requirements typically include culinary training, several years of professional kitchen experience, and previous supervisory experience in a hotel, restaurant, or high-volume café. The candidate should understand food preparation, cooking techniques, HACCP and food-safety standards, portion control, inventory management, and kitchen cost control. The role expects strong leadership, organization, communication, and teamwork, together with the ability to train staff, maintain quality and presentation standards, manage busy service periods, and work flexible shifts, weekends, and holidays.

About the employer

Shangri-La Group is a leading luxury hospitality company founded in Hong Kong, operating hotels, resorts, residences, and related businesses across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and other international markets. Its hotels are known for attentive service, comfortable accommodation, destination dining, wellness facilities, and strong local connections. In the Philippines, Shangri-La operates established properties including Shangri-La The Fort in Bonifacio Global City, Manila, and other respected resorts and hotels. The group places importance on guest satisfaction, service excellence, professional standards, and employee development. A position with Shangri-La can provide experience in an international hotel environment, exposure to diverse guests and culinary operations, structured training, and opportunities for career progression within the wider hospitality network.

Working in Philippines

The Philippines offers hospitality opportunities in Manila, Cebu, Boracay, Palawan, Clark, and other major resort destinations. Jobs are available in hotels, restaurants, cafés, resorts, casinos, cruise-related services, and tourism businesses, with English widely used at work. Filipino culture is generally warm, family-oriented, community-minded, and welcoming to foreigners. Lifestyle varies from busy urban living to relaxed beach communities; costs are usually lower than in many Western countries, although Manila accommodation can be expensive. Foreign nationals normally need an employer-sponsored work permit and appropriate visa, commonly involving a Department of Labor and Employment authorization and an Alien Employment Permit. Employers often assist with documentation, but requirements should be confirmed with Philippine authorities before relocating. Candidates should arrange secure housing, health insurance, budgeting for transport, and verified employment contracts before arrival.