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Head Chef

On-site in Sevilla·Full-time·Added 1 month ago (last checked 7 Oct)

Overview

Work mode
On-site, Sevilla
Contract
Full-time
Hours
40 hours a week
Experience
3+ years

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • Full-time contract (40 hours per week).

  • Joining a consolidated and expanding hotel chain.

  • Job stability.

  • Salary commensurate with experience and candidate's worth.

  • Professional development opportunities.

The role

Catalonia Hotels & Resorts is a multinational hotel chain. It is one of the leading hotel chains in our country, currently with 75 establishments located in more than 20 different destinations and in full expansion

Hotel Catalonia Híspalis is looking to bring on board a Head Chef to lead our culinary team.

What you'll do

  • Preparation and control of buffet, à la carte, and event menus.

  • Management of work teams, shifts, and staff training.

  • Cost control, food costing, and resource optimization.

  • Management of orders, suppliers, and stock control.

  • Ensuring compliance with quality standards, food safety, and hygiene (HACCP).

Requirements

  • Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Head Chef or Sous Chef.

  • Extensive experience in buffet, à la carte, groups, and banquets.

  • Leadership and team management skills.

  • Focus on quality and customer service.

  • Knowledge of cost control and purchasing management.

  • Training in Hospitality and Catering is a plus.

About Catalonia Hotels

Catalonia Hotels is a Spanish hotel chain founded in 1985, headquartered in Barcelona. It operates over 80 hotels across Spain, Europe, and the Caribbean, offering a range of services from urban and resort hotels to golf and spa properties. The company is a significant player in the Spanish hospitality industry, with a strong presence in major tourist destinations and business cities.

In Spain, Catalonia Hotels has a substantial footprint with properties in key cities such as Madrid, Barcelona, Seville, and Valencia, as well as popular holiday destinations like the Canary Islands and the Balearic Islands. The company is known for its focus on quality service and guest satisfaction, and it actively recruits for a variety of roles, from front-of-house and housekeeping to management and corporate positions. For international professionals, Catalonia Hotels offers opportunities to work in a dynamic, multicultural environment, with many hotels catering to international clientele, and the company values language skills and cross-cultural experience.

Industry
Hospitality
Founded
1985
Employees
5,000–10,000
Headquarters
Barcelona, Spain
In Spain
Barcelona, Madrid, Seville and 5 more

Good to know if you are moving

  • Catalonia Hotels is headquartered in Barcelona, Spain, and has a strong presence in major Spanish cities and tourist destinations, offering opportunities across the country.
  • The company operates a diverse portfolio of hotels, including urban, resort, and spa properties, providing a variety of work environments for hospitality professionals.
  • As a family-owned company, Catalonia Hotels emphasizes a personal and service-oriented culture, which can be appealing for those seeking a more intimate work atmosphere.
  • The company hires for many roles in Spain, including front-of-house, culinary, and management positions, and it is open to international candidates with relevant experience.
  • Working in Spain with Catalonia Hotels offers the chance to live and work in popular tourist and business hubs, with a multicultural guest base.
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