Executive Chef – Ming Pavilion (Luxury Hotel Kitchen Lead)

Island Shangri-La, Hong Kong; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 301,000 - 335,000; Full time

Job summary

Island Shangri-La, Hong Kong, is seeking a Chef de Cuisine – Ming Pavilion to lead a high-end kitchen and deliver exceptional dining experiences in a luxury hotel setting.

You will oversee daily operations, develop authentic Hokkien menus, manage costs and ensure top-tier hygiene and safety standards, working closely with the Executive Chef. Fluency in English and Chinese is essential for cross-cultural collaboration.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years in luxury hotels with 3 years in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of Chinese cuisine; Hokkien cuisine is an advantage.
• Experience in kitchen management, menu planning, cost control and HACCP.
• Strong leadership, coaching and team-management skills.
• Fluent in English and Chinese, written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily kitchen operations, ensuring high food quality, presentation and safety.
• Develop and review authentic Hokkien menus, seasonal offerings and promotions.
• Monitor food costs, inventory, productivity and overall kitchen performance.
• Ensure hygiene, sanitation and HACCP compliance.
• Lead, train and develop the kitchen team to meet operating objectives.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef on budgeting, planning and business initiatives.
• Review guest feedback to elevate the dining experience.

Skills

Chinese cuisine

Hokkien cuisine

kitchen management

menu planning

cost control

HACCP

leadership

team management

English

Chinese

Education

Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Island Shangri-La, Hong Kong, is seeking a Chef de Cuisine – Ming Pavilion to lead a high-end kitchen and deliver exceptional dining experiences in a luxury hotel setting.

You will oversee daily operations, develop authentic Hokkien menus, manage costs and ensure top-tier hygiene and safety standards, working closely with the Executive Chef. Fluency in English and Chinese is essential for cross-cultural collaboration.