Job Summary: Supports the Head Chef in ensuring that food service is delivered successfully and in accordance with the quality standards defined by the hotel. Responsible for assisting with the preparation, presentation, and consistency of dishes produced in the assigned kitchen section. Contributes to maintaining cleanliness, hygiene, and the efficient organisation of the work area, while developing leadership skills and supporting junior team members.

What will you have to do?

Supporting the Head Chef in the daily kitchen operations, maintaining consistency in food quality, hygiene and presentation.
Assisting in the preparation and execution of dishes across various services: breakfast, à la carte, banquets, and room service.
Helping to ensure compliance with food safety regulations (HACCP) and company sustainability practices.
Participating in menu planning, stock checks, and daily briefings.
Collaborating with the team to ensure smooth coordination between kitchen and service staff.

Taking part in the organisation of mise en place and learning how to manage orders and inventory under the guidance of senior chefs.
Actively contributing to a clean, safe, and efficient working environment.

What are we looking for?

Culinary school diploma or equivalent training in Gastronomy or Hospitality.
At least 1-2 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in 4* or 5* hotels.
Knowledge of food hygiene and kitchen safety practices.
Passion for cooking, willingness to learn, and a proactive mindset.
Team player with good communication and organisational skills.
Fluency in the local language and good level of English.

The position can be classified at level C1 of the National Collective Contract Turismo AICA, with an initial economic treatment not lower than the contractual minimums foreseen for the level that will be identified at the outcome of the selection (level C1: €1.831,04).
The Gross Annual Salary ranges from €30.000,00 and €32.000,00, in relation to the skills, experience gained, degree of autonomy, responsibilities and working conditions of the position.
Further information on framing, economic treatment, any reward systems, welfare and company benefits will be provided during the selection process.

Requirements

Minimum degree

None of the above

Experience

No experience

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About the company

Meliá Hotels International

Palma de Mallorca, Spain

Hotel Chain

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Somos la compañía líder en España y una de las mayores del mundo, con diez marcas reconocidas y más de 370 hoteles en cuatro continentes. Meliá Hotels International es el único entre los veinte mayores grupos hoteleros internacionales con un origen vacacional y con el tamaño ideal para combinar una excepcional hospitalidad con una gestión eficiente y cercana a sus stakeholders. Todo esto, unido a nuestra calidez y pasión españolas, nos hace únicos y diferentes. En Meliá todos somos Very Inspiring People, grandes profesionales que hacen el día a día más fácil y excepcional. Desde el recién llegado hasta el más veterano, todos ellos reúnen unas cualidades únicas e importantes que hacen que trabajar en Meliá sea una oportunidad de crecimiento constante y un pasaporte para crear tu futuro donde quieras.

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