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Food & Beverage Hostess
Role summary
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The Food & Beverage Hostess welcomes guests, manages seating arrangements, answers enquiries, coordinates table availability and supports smooth restaurant operations. Candidates should have previous experience in hospitality, restaurants or guest services, strong communication skills and a polished, friendly manner. Good English is expected; additional languages are helpful in Singapore’s international environment. The role requires good organisation, attention to detail, confidence when handling guests and the ability to remain calm during busy periods. Flexibility to work shifts, weekends and public holidays is essential. The successful candidate is expected to deliver warm service, maintain professional presentation and work closely with the restaurant and wider hotel team.
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 The Palawan @ Sentosa
The Palawan @ Sentosa is a leisure and entertainment destination on Sentosa Island, Singapore, offering beachside experiences, attractions, dining, events and family-oriented activities. It forms part of the Shangri-La Group’s wider hospitality network and benefits from a strong focus on guest service, quality experiences and international standards. The destination attracts both local visitors and tourists, creating a lively and multicultural working environment. Employees may work across food and beverage outlets, guest-facing attractions and event operations. The organisation generally values teamwork, hospitality, safety awareness and the ability to create memorable experiences. Depending on the outlet and employment arrangement, benefits may include staff meals, uniforms, training and opportunities for internal progression, although specific terms should be confirmed directly with the employer.