CDP - Main Kitchen

Role summary

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The Chef de Partie (CDP) – Main Kitchen supports the daily operation of Shangri-La’s main kitchen, preparing food to established recipes, quality standards, and presentation guidelines. Requirements typically include culinary training or equivalent kitchen experience, previous experience in a hotel or high-volume restaurant, good knowledge of food hygiene and safety, and the ability to work efficiently under pressure. The successful candidate is expected to supervise assigned kitchen duties, maintain cleanliness and mise en place, control food waste, follow portion standards, and coordinate effectively with other sections. Flexibility for shifts, weekends, and public holidays is essential. A positive attitude, discipline, teamwork, and willingness to learn are highly valued.

About the employer

Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts is a luxury hospitality group founded in Asia and recognized internationally for warm Asian hospitality, premium accommodation, and high service standards. The group operates hotels, resorts, and related hospitality businesses across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and other destinations. Shangri-La properties commonly offer multiple restaurants, banquet facilities, wellness services, and extensive guest amenities. Employees are generally expected to deliver attentive service, maintain professional standards, and work collaboratively in a multicultural environment. In Indonesia, Shangri-La has operated prominent city and resort properties, including hotels serving business travelers, leisure guests, and large events. Career opportunities range from culinary and food-and-beverage roles to rooms, engineering, sales, finance, and management. Benefits and salary can vary by property, experience, and applicable service-charge arrangements.

Working in Indonesia

Indonesia offers hospitality opportunities across Java, Bali, Lombok, Sumatra, and other islands. Java, including Jakarta and Surabaya, has strong demand in business hotels, restaurants, and events, while Bali is especially active in resorts, tourism, wellness, and international dining. Indonesian workplace culture generally values respect for seniority, teamwork, punctuality, modesty, and polite communication. Lifestyle varies from busy urban living to relaxed coastal communities; costs are usually higher in central Jakarta and popular Bali areas. Foreign workers normally need employer sponsorship and the appropriate work authorization, commonly arranged through the company before employment begins; a tourist visa does not permit work. Relocating employees should confirm contract terms, accommodation, meals, insurance, flights, taxes, and visa responsibility. Learning basic Indonesian is useful, and candidates should check current immigration rules and local conditions before moving.