Italian Chef

Role summary

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The Italian Chef is responsible for preparing authentic Italian dishes while maintaining Shangri-La’s standards for quality, presentation, hygiene and guest service. Requirements typically include professional culinary training, several years of experience in Italian cuisine, strong knowledge of pasta, sauces, seafood, meat and desserts, and experience in a luxury hotel or high-end restaurant. The successful candidate should be creative, organized and calm under pressure, with good communication skills and the ability to lead or support a multicultural kitchen team. Duties may include menu development, ordering and stock control, food-cost management, coaching junior staff and ensuring compliance with food-safety regulations. Flexibility for shifts, weekends and public holidays is expected.

About the employer

Shangri-La Group is a major luxury hospitality company founded in Hong Kong, operating hotels, resorts and residences across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America and Australia. Its properties are known for personalized service, refined dining, wellness facilities and strong local cultural connections. Shangri-La hotels in Indonesia serve international leisure and business travelers and typically include several restaurants, banqueting facilities and extensive guest amenities. The company places emphasis on hospitality standards, teamwork, professional development and creating memorable guest experiences. Depending on the property, employees may receive benefits such as service charge, staff meals, uniforms, medical support, accommodation assistance and training. An Italian Chef would work within a structured culinary operation and collaborate with executive chefs, restaurant managers, purchasing teams and other departments.

Working in Indonesia

Indonesia offers hospitality opportunities across Bali, Java, Lombok, Batam and other resort islands, particularly in hotels, restaurants, tourism and wellness. Bali is the most international and popular destination, with a relaxed lifestyle, beaches, temples, strong expatriate communities and higher living costs in areas such as Seminyak and Canggu. Jakarta provides more corporate opportunities but is busy and urban, while Lombok and smaller islands offer a quieter pace and growing tourism markets. Indonesian culture values politeness, family, community and respect for religious traditions; dress and behavior should reflect local customs. Foreign employees normally require employer sponsorship and an appropriate work KITAS, with work authorization arranged before employment begins. Candidates should confirm visa costs, accommodation, healthcare, tax treatment and contract terms with Shangri-La. Learning basic Bahasa Indonesia is highly useful for daily life and kitchen teamwork.