Sous Chef

Company Overview

Set amidst 15 acres of lush greenery, Shangri-La Hotel, Singapore offers luxurious guestrooms, suites, serviced apartments, and residences. Renowned for legendary Asian hospitality, it features exquisite dining, landscaped gardens, and Singapore’s first CHI, The Spa at Shangri-La.

Job Summary

Lead the daily operations of the local cuisine section, ensuring authentic, high-quality buffet and live cooking experiences. Mentor chefs, enforce food safety, and collaborate on menu planning to deliver exceptional guest satisfaction in a fast-paced hotel environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the local cuisine section, including wok and live cooking stations, to ensure efficient service delivery
• Execute high-volume buffet service with consistent quality, speed, and guest satisfaction
• Supervise live cooking stations to ensure engaging guest interaction and professional showmanship
• Maintain authenticity and excellence in local dishes, focusing on wok-fried specialties
• Lead, train, and mentor chefs assigned to buffet and live cooking stations to enhance team performance
• Ensure strict adherence to recipes, portion control, and plating standards for consistent presentation
• Monitor food replenishment cycles to maintain freshness and appealing buffet displays
• Enforce food safety, hygiene, and HACCP compliance across all stations to meet regulatory standards
• Manage mise en place planning and station readiness to optimize peak service efficiency
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef on menu planning, emphasizing local and seasonal ingredients
• Control food costs by minimizing waste and optimizing ingredient use
• Coordinate with service teams to ensure seamless guest experience and smooth operational flow

Required competencies and certifications

• Diploma or Degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent professional training
• Minimum 8 years of culinary experience with at least 3 years in a supervisory role, preferably in buffet or high-volume hotel dining
• Strong expertise in local cuisine and wok cooking techniques
• Proven experience managing live cooking stations or open kitchens
• Demonstrated leadership skills with experience supervising kitchen teams
• Solid knowledge of food safety, hygiene, and HACCP standards
• Ability to perform under pressure in fast-paced, guest-facing environments
• Good communication skills with a proactive and service-oriented mindset