Head Chef

Description

Job Summary: We are seeking a 3rd Chef for a luxury hotel in Galicia, supporting the Executive Chef and coordinating the kitchen team to ensure quality and standards. Key Highlights: 1. Join a renowned hotel with an established gastronomic project. 2. Be part of a team committed to excellence. 3. Future opportunities in a luxury environment. **Company Description** **Are you passionate about gastronomy and team leadership?** At **A Quinta da Auga**, a leading luxury hotel in Galicia and a member of **Relais \& Châteaux**, we are looking to hire a **3rd Chef** to cover a maternity leave. We seek a candidate with experience in hotel cuisine, a strong focus on quality, and the ability to coordinate teams in an environment where excellence and attention to detail make the difference. **Job Description** **✨ What will be your mission?** Support the Executive Chef in the daily management of the kitchen, ensuring service quality, team organization, and compliance with food safety standards. ️ Supervise daily kitchen operations and service. ‍ Coordinate the kitchen team (station chefs, cooks, and assistants). Control procedures, technical sheets, and quality standards. Participate in menu development and new gastronomic proposals. Manage procurement, stock, inventories, and supplier relations. Supervise HACCP, hygiene, cleaning, and food safety. Train, mentor, and integrate new team members. **Requirements** What do we need from you? * Education in Hospitality or Culinary Arts. * Minimum 2 years’ experience as Station Chef in a hotel. * Knowledge of HACCP and allergen management. * Leadership, organizational, and teamwork skills. **Additional Information** **What do we offer?** ✔ Join a renowned hotel with an established and continuously evolving gastronomic project. ✔ Maternity leave replacement contract, with potential for future opportunities. ✔ Full-time schedule with rotating shifts during the coverage period. ✔ Competitive remuneration based on experience. ✔ Exclusive employee benefits (discounts and flexible compensation). **If you are passionate about high-quality cuisine and wish to join a team committed to excellence, we look forward to welcoming you!**