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Chef de Partie (Western)
Role summary
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The Chef de Partie (Western) is responsible for preparing and presenting Western cuisine to Shangri-La standards while maintaining consistent quality, taste, portion control and presentation. Candidates should have professional culinary training and relevant experience in a hotel, resort or high-volume restaurant kitchen. Good knowledge of food safety, hygiene, mise en place and kitchen procedures is expected. The role requires teamwork, discipline, creativity and the ability to work efficiently under pressure. Candidates should be willing to work shifts, weekends and public holidays, communicate effectively with colleagues, follow instructions and maintain a clean, safe workstation. Experience with international cuisine and HACCP practices would be advantageous.
Can I work in Singapore?
Never pay anyone for a visa or a job offer. A real employer pays the permit costs and never asks you for money.
How it works
How it works: Line jobs need a Work Permit only listed countries can get; others need an S Pass (SGD 3,300+ a month, 10% cap) or an Employment Pass (SGD 5,600+, points test).
Watch for: Work Permits go only to listed countries. Indians, Sri Lankans, Bangladeshis and Filipinos qualify for hotel housekeeping, porter, cook, kitchen and waiter jobs only, at SGD 2,000+ a month and within an 8% cap.
Official source: Ministry of Manpower: Work Permit requirements for the services sector. Checked November 2026.
What the job usually comes with in Singapore
Usual for Singapore, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.
| Housing | Work Permit staff: employer must ensure proper housing (by law), such as a dorm or shared flat; others rent |
|---|---|
| Meals | Varies |
| Flights | Work Permit staff: flight home paid by the employer at the end (by law); others only if the offer says so |
| Service charge | 10% added to bills; staff share set hotel by hotel, no law; unionised hotels used points or wages (2010) |
| Contract | Work Permit up to 2 years; S Pass and Employment Pass up to 2, then 3; notice 1 day to 4 weeks by default |
| Leave | 7 days in year one, rising to 14 (by law); 11 public holidays; 14 days' sick leave |
| Income tax | 0% up to SGD 20,000 a year, then 2% to 24% (about 3% at SGD 60,000); resident rates on a 1-year pass |
Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.
Guidance, not legal advice. Rules change; your employer confirms the details for your case.
About Shangri-La Rasa Sentosa, Singapore
Shangri-La Rasa Sentosa, Singapore is a beachfront resort operated by Shangri-La Group, an international luxury hospitality company with hotels and resorts across Asia, the Middle East, Europe and other destinations. Located on Sentosa Island, the resort offers guestrooms, restaurants, family facilities, leisure activities and event services. Its food and beverage operations serve local and international guests in a resort environment, creating opportunities for culinary professionals to work with diverse menus and high service standards. Shangri-La is known for its Asian hospitality values, structured operational practices and employee development programmes. Team members generally work in a multicultural environment and are expected to demonstrate professionalism, service awareness, teamwork and attention to detail. The resort can provide valuable experience for chefs seeking to build careers in luxury hotels, resorts and international hospitality.