Service Leader - Hygiene

Role summary

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The Service Leader - Hygiene is responsible for maintaining high standards of food safety, sanitation, cleanliness and hygiene across the resort. The role typically includes conducting inspections, monitoring HACCP and health regulations, coordinating hygiene training, investigating incidents, maintaining records and working with culinary, housekeeping and engineering teams to correct risks. Candidates should have hotel or resort hygiene experience, sound knowledge of food safety systems and local health regulations, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to train and influence colleagues. The successful candidate is expected to be detail-oriented, practical, confident in enforcing standards and comfortable working in a busy luxury-hospitality environment.

About the employer

Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts is a Hong Kong-founded luxury hospitality group operating hotels, resorts and residences across Asia, the Middle East, Europe and other international markets. The company is known for refined service, comfortable accommodation, destination resorts and a strong emphasis on genuine hospitality. Its Philippine properties attract both international and local guests and typically offer opportunities in food and beverage, culinary operations, housekeeping, guest services, engineering, wellness and management. Shangri-La places considerable importance on service quality, guest safety, employee development and consistent operating standards. Benefits, accommodation, meals and other conditions vary by property and position, so candidates should confirm the package directly with the recruiting team.

Working in Philippines

The Philippines offers hospitality work in major destinations including Manila, Cebu, Boracay, Palawan, Bohol and Mindanao. Resort jobs are common in guest services, food and beverage, culinary operations, housekeeping, engineering, wellness and hygiene management. Filipino workplace culture is generally warm, collaborative and respectful, with English widely used in hotels. Island living can provide beautiful beaches, outdoor activities and a relaxed community atmosphere, although transport, healthcare access and costs vary considerably between islands. Foreign nationals normally need an employer-sponsored work permit and appropriate visa; working on a tourist visa is not permitted. Employers may assist with documentation, accommodation, meals or relocation, but this must be confirmed in writing. Applicants should budget for flights, deposits, transport and living expenses, and check local weather, connectivity and emergency services before choosing a remote resort location.