Chef De Cuisine (Western Banquet)

At Shangri‑La Singapore we are a heart‑warming family. We share something powerful – our genuine care and respect for others. Our strength lies beyond our harmonious surroundings and hideaway locations. It lies in our core values that guide us to treat everyone with honour, as kin, as family. We strive to be the preferred employer by providing great benefits, a tranquil and sincere working environment, work‑life balance, and recognition for your efforts.

Set in 15 acres of lush greenery just minutes from the vibrant Orchard Road shopping belt, Shangri‑La Singapore is a sophisticated urban retreat for business and leisure travellers. Our 792 luxurious guestrooms and suites span across three distinct wings, including family‑themed rooms supported by dedicated family‑focused amenities.

We are looking for a Chef De Cuisine (Western Banquet) to join our team!

Key Responsibilities
    •    Supervise, mentor, and develop Culinary team members.
    •    Lead the Western Banquet kitchen in planning, preparation, and execution of all banquet events.
    •    Ensure consistency in food quality, taste, and presentation according to Shangri-La standards.
    •    Collaborate with the Executive Chef on menu planning, seasonal offerings, and creative banquet concepts.
    •    Oversee mise en place and production planning for large-scale events (buffets, plated service, cocktail receptions).
    •    Ensure smooth coordination with F&B Service, Events, and Sales teams for flawless event execution.
    •    Maintain strict adherence to food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards (HACCP compliance).
    •    Foster a positive, disciplined, and high-performance kitchen culture.
    •    Monitor food cost and wastage control in line with budget targets.
    •    Manage inventory, purchasing, and supplier coordination.
    •    Ensure optimal manpower planning during peak banquet seasons.
    •    Engage with guests and event organizers when required to customize menus.
    •    Handle special dietary requests and VIP requirements with attention to detail.
    •    Support high-profile events, state banquets, and large-scale weddings.

Requirements
    •    Diploma/Degree in Culinary Arts or related discipline.
    •    Minimum 10 years of culinary experience in luxury hotels or high-volume banquet operations.
    •    Proven experience managing large-scale banquet production (1,000+ pax preferred).
    •    Strong leadership and team management skills.
    •    Solid understanding of Western cuisine trends and banquet menu development.
    •    Strong financial acumen with experience managing food cost and budget.
    •    Excellent organizational and communication skills.
    •    Ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment.