Chef

Description

Job Summary: We are seeking a Chef to join our culinary team, responsible for preparing ingredients, ensuring kitchen efficiency, and collaborating on the creation of new dishes. Key Highlights: 1. Culinary training at a hospitality school. 2. Collaboration in developing new dishes and menus. 3. Supervision and training of junior staff. We are looking for **a Chef** to join our culinary team in a dynamic, high-quality environment. The ideal candidate will support chefs in ingredient preparation and ensure the kitchen operates efficiently and orderly. **Responsibilities:** * Organize workstations with all required ingredients and kitchen equipment. * Prepare cooking ingredients (e.g., chopping and peeling vegetables, cutting meat) and plate food according to recipes and hotel specifications, ensuring all dishes are prepared promptly and meet high quality standards. * Operate all kitchen equipment and utensils provided by the company. * Supervise and train kitchen assistants and junior staff as needed. * Collaborate on developing new dishes and menus under the Chef’s direction. * Submit ingredient requisition lists to supervisors based on service needs; forecast and anticipate preparations for the menu or dishes. * Support and assist personnel under their supervision. * Train staff and correct any observed deviations, reporting them to their supervisor or the Chef. * Maintain workstations in immaculate cleanliness and order. * Cook and prepare dishes according to provided technical sheets and verify that they are executed perfectly. * Maintain personal appearance, wear the correct uniform, and strictly adhere to kitchen shifts and schedules. * Forecast and anticipate requirements for products, ingredients, or any items necessary to sustain uninterrupted operations. **Requirements:** * Food Handler’s Certificate (mandatory). * Prior experience in a professional kitchen, preferably within the hotel industry. Training from a hospitality school. * Basic knowledge of culinary techniques and kitchen utensil handling. * Ability to work effectively in a team and under pressure. * Attention to detail and strong organizational skills. * Availability to work rotating morning and afternoon shifts, including weekends and public holidays. **Benefits:** * Meals provided at the company. * Offered language courses. * Flexible working hours. * Transportation allowance. * Training program. **Experience:** * Kitchen experience: 2 years. * Hotel experience. **Licenses/Certifications:** * Food Handler’s Certificate (Mandatory). * Conversational English level (Desirable). At Hotel IPV, we uphold equal employment opportunities for women and men, supported by management commitment and aligned with our Human Resources policies. Furthermore, we promote throughout our workforce a corporate culture committed to effective equality and raise awareness about the need for collective and global action. We advance our commitment to equality and diversity by preventing all forms of discrimination—particularly those related to disability, race, religion, gender, or age. We believe diversity and inclusion among our employees are fundamental to our success as a global company. Salary: €24,000.00–€26,000.00 per year Benefits: * Company-provided meals * Offered language courses * Training for professional certifications * Free parking * Transportation allowance * Training program Work Location: On-site employment