Head Chef / Chef

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Job Summary: We are seeking a Head Chef/Chef for a grill restaurant who enjoys cooking with the finest ingredients, managing operations, and leading teams. Key Highlights: 1. Dual mission: Cooking and management for gastronomic excellence. 2. Strategic management of costs, orders, stock, and staff. 3. Fostering a positive work environment and motivating personnel. JOB DESCRIPTION QUALITY ETT, a company specialized in recruitment and temporary staffing, wants to support you in your professional journey \#theETTofnewopportunities At Quality ETT Vitoria, we are looking for a **Head Chef / Chef** for a **grill restaurant** located in **Labastida (Rioja Alavesa)**, with over 50 years of history. We seek a hybrid profile: a professional who enjoys cooking with the finest local produce, yet is also passionate about organization, profitability, and team leadership. We are looking for someone capable of excelling on two fronts. **Responsibilities and duties** to be performed: 1\. Dual mission: **Cooking and Management** * Gastronomic Excellence * Leading service with finesse and passion. * Ensuring every dish (from our traditional offerings to new creations) is served with impeccable quality. 2\. **Strategic Management**: * Recipe Costing Control: Optimizing costs to ensure profitability. * Order and Stock Management: Liaising with local suppliers and rigorously monitoring wastage. * Team Leadership: Creating fair schedules, training staff, and fostering a positive work environment. What are we looking for in you? * Proven experience as Head Chef. * Analytical skills for cost and kitchen KPI management. * Interpersonal skills and ability to motivate the team. * Residence in the area or willingness to relocate to Rioja Alavesa. A **permanent contract** is offered, with direct hiring by the company. The **working schedule will be from Wednesday to Sunday, approximately 08:00\-16:00**. In addition to the base salary, a performance-based variable component is negotiable. **This opportunity is open to all qualified individuals regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, social background, age, or health condition. We champion equal opportunity and an inclusive workplace.** REQUIREMENTS **Education and Experience:** * Training in Hospitality, Culinary Arts, or Gastronomy (highly desirable). * Minimum of **5\-7 years** of experience in similar roles or as Head Chef. * Knowledge of advanced culinary techniques and traditional/creative cooking. * Experience managing kitchen teams. **Technical Competencies:** * Menu planning and development. * Cost control, recipe costing, and supplier management. * Daily kitchen production organization and supervision. * Knowledge of food safety regulations (HACCP). * Order, stock, and inventory management.