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Head Chef

On-site in Santiago de Compostela·Full-time·Added 27 days ago (last checked 16 Oct)

Globeducate

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Our summary

Work mode: On-site, Santiago de Compostela
Contract: Permanent, full-time hours
Education: Higher vocational training (FP Grado Superior)

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This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

✅ The ideal candidate must have:
-Vocational Training in Kitchen Management, Cooking and Gastronomy, Kitchen Management, or related degrees.
-We value complementary training in team management, cost control, food safety, or nutrition.
-Valid Food Handler certification.
-Knowledge of HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) systems and food safety regulations.
-Previous experience as a Head Chef, Sous Chef, or in a similar position.
-Experience in collective kitchens, school dining halls, residences, hospitals, or organized catering will be especially valued.
-Ability to manage work teams, organize shifts, and coordinate daily service.
-Planning, purchasing management, stock control, and resource optimization competencies.
-Leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
-Work permit for Spain / European Union.
-Availability to start in November 2026.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

🎁 We offer:

-Stable full-time position.
-Permanent contract.
-Salary according to collective agreement and experience provided.
-Joining a consolidated and leading educational center.
-Collaborative work environment oriented toward excellence.
-Professional stability within an educational institution of recognized prestige.

The role

Colegio Manuel Peleteiro, part of Globeducate, one of the leading international educational groups worldwide, is a leading educational center located in Santiago de Compostela, recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, educational innovation, and the holistic development of its students.

As a member of an international network present in numerous countries, the school shares an educational vision based on the formation of global citizens, student wellbeing, and the promotion of values such as respect, responsibility, collaboration, and excellence.

The school has a dining service that plays a fundamental role in the daily life of the center, guaranteeing quality, safe, and balanced nutrition for its students and staff.

We are currently looking to hire a Head Chef to lead the center's kitchen service, with a permanent contract and a planned start date for November 2026.

What you'll do

📌 Main responsibilities:
-Coordinate and supervise the daily operation of the center's kitchen.
-Organize and distribute the tasks of the kitchen team.
-Guarantee compliance with quality, hygiene, and food safety standards.
-Supervise the preparation and presentation of menus.
-Manage orders, stock control, and inventories.
-Ensure the correct preservation and storage of food.
-Ensure compliance with current health regulations.
-Optimize resources and minimize food waste.
-Collaborate with the center's management in the planning and continuous improvement of the dining service.
-Manage incidents and ensure the correct provision of service to the educational community.

About Globeducate

Globeducate is a global network of private educational institutions, operating over 60 schools and campuses across more than 15 countries, including prestigious bilingual and international schools in Spain, France, the UK, and beyond. The group offers a full educational pathway from early years through to university preparation, with a strong focus on bilingual education (English, French, and Spanish) and the International Baccalaureate (IB) programme.

In Spain, Globeducate runs a network of well-established private schools, including Colegio Manuel Peleteiro in Santiago de Compostela and other campuses in Madrid, Barcelona, and Valencia. The group actively recruits international teaching staff, offering roles in admissions, maintenance, and academic positions, and provides a multicultural, multilingual working environment that is attractive to professionals relocating to Spain.

Industry: Education
Founded: 1967
Employees: 1,000–5,000
Headquarters: London, UK
In Spain: Madrid, Barcelona, Santiago de Compostela

Good to know if you are moving

Globeducate actively recruits international teachers, and many of its Spanish schools offer support with visa and relocation processes.
The group operates bilingual schools (English-Spanish, English-French), which is a strong fit for international educators.
Positions in Spain are often tied to the academic calendar, with contracts typically starting in September.
The group's Spanish schools are concentrated in Madrid, Barcelona, and Santiago de Compostela.
Working language in many of its schools is English, making it accessible for non-Spanish-speaking staff.

In their own words

Additional information

🌍 Diversity and Inclusion:
Colegio Manuel Peleteiro is committed to creating an inclusive and equitable work environment. We promote equal opportunities regardless of race, color, culture, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender identity, or age, and we actively support diversity and inclusion throughout our entire community.
If you share our values and believe in inclusive, high-quality education, we will be delighted to receive your application.

Safeguarding Statement:
Colegio Manuel Peleteiro is committed to the protection and promotion of the wellbeing of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and expects all its staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Likewise, we especially welcome applications from underrepresented groups, including those based on ethnicity, gender, transgender identity, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion.

Selected candidates will be subject to child protection verification processes, including rigorous background checks, references from previous employers, and relevant safeguarding assessments.

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