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Executive Chef

On-site in Bilbao·Added yesterday (last checked 13 Nov)

Basque Culinary Center

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Requirements

What we're looking for

Proven experience as a Chef, training in gastronomy, and team management. We are looking for a person with leadership, initiative, passion, and motivation to drive new challenges, evolve the gastronomic offering, and develop committed and efficient teams.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Joining an emblematic and established club, with high-volume gastronomic activity, a stable business, an experienced team, and the opportunity to lead an evolution and growth project.

The role

We are looking for a Chef to lead the gastronomic evolution of an emblematic club, preserving its identity and tradition, adapting the offering to modern times, and driving a solid team through professional, efficient, and innovative management. High doses of motivation required.

About Basque Culinary Center

Basque Culinary Center is a prestigious culinary education and research institution located in San Sebastián, Spain. Founded in 2009, it is a joint initiative of the Basque Government and the University of Mondragón, offering degrees in gastronomy and culinary arts, as well as research and innovation in the food sector. It is widely recognized as one of the top culinary schools in the world, with a strong focus on promoting Basque cuisine and gastronomy globally.

For international professionals, the Basque Culinary Center offers a unique environment in the heart of Spain's culinary capital, San Sebastián. The institution attracts students and professionals from around the world, fostering a multicultural and innovative atmosphere. While the current open roles are primarily in hospitality and restaurant operations, the center also provides opportunities in education, research, and event management, making it an attractive destination for those passionate about gastronomy and food innovation.

Founded: 2009
Employees: 100–500
Headquarters: San Sebastián, Spain
In Spain: San Sebastián

Good to know if you are moving

Located in San Sebastián, a city renowned for its high quality of life and world-class gastronomy.
Offers a multicultural environment with students and professionals from over 30 countries.
Provides opportunities in both education and research, as well as in its associated restaurants and ventures.
The center is a hub for culinary innovation, with strong ties to the Basque food industry.
San Sebastián is a coastal city with a mild climate and a vibrant cultural scene, ideal for internationals.

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