Cook - Meliá Barajas

Meliá Hotels·Madrid, Spain

What they ask for

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    No sponsorship mentioned, and this kind of work is rarely sponsored in Spain.

  • Work on-site in Madrid

    No relocation package mentioned.

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About the role

"The world is yours with Meliá"

Discover an endless path at Meliá, where opportunities for growth and development are infinite. Immerse yourself in a journey that will take you to work in various countries and become part of our extensive global family.

At the Meliá Barajas hotel, we are looking for a cook responsible for the preparation/regeneration and presentation of the food produced in the kitchen to which they are assigned, through the efficient performance of their duties, always complying with the quality standards and recipes established for each of the dishes requested, paying special attention to creativity, composition, seasoning, and presentation to ensure the satisfaction of guests and customers, earning their recognition and preference for the hotel's food.

What you'll do

  • Comply with the instructions of their immediate supervisor regarding the shifts, schedules, tasks, and daily workload to be performed, assisted by the assigned Cook's Assistant.

  • Carry out the organization of the cold room and refrigerators of their station, to ensure the proper use of products, continuously striving to achieve the highest levels of efficiency in the use of resources within their section and department.

  • Ensures that all products in refrigeration are in good condition, using the oldest ones first and setting aside newly received items for later use. Continuously verifies that the proper temperature is maintained in refrigerators and cold storage rooms.

  • Carry out the assigned production according to the procedures and presentation established in the quality standards, recipes, and photographs, monitoring portion control and ensuring waste is kept to a minimum acceptable level.

  • Ensure that all requests from the food and beverage outlets are delivered efficiently and promptly, meeting the required specifications for side dishes, cooking points, etc.

  • Comply with HACCP, safety, and hygiene regulations in all their duties, maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and order, minimizing the risk of accidents arising from unsafe practices, and ensuring the quality of the food prepared.

  • Ensure that the products used in preparations meet the quality, quantity, and yield standards, reporting any anomalies or deviations to their immediate supervisor.

  • Maintains close communication with their immediate supervisor to coordinate the interaction of their section with the other kitchen areas, the point of consumption, and other hotel departments.

  • Immediately report to their supervisor any setbacks that may arise during the performance of their duties and that could affect the operation of the section.

Education & certifications

University degree and/or higher education in Tourism; training in Gastronomy/Culinary Arts/Cooking...; training in Food Handling.

Languages

Native Spanish, intermediate English is valued.

What you'll get

  • My MeliáRewards: Participate in our exclusive loyalty program, enjoying unique benefits and advantages.
  • My MeliáBenefits: Take advantage of flexible compensation and exclusive discounts on a wide variety of products and services, promoting an active and healthy lifestyle.
  • Join a leading international hotel company.
  • Real opportunities for professional development and internal mobility.
  • Continuous training and access to development programs.
  • Exclusive discounts and benefits for employees.
  • Excellent working environment in one of the most prestigious hotels in Madrid.

SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE

Knowledge of Food Handling, hygiene, and food safety.

Proper culinary knowledge.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and tools related to the position.

Knowledge of hotel operations.

Versatility within the services offered.

Teamwork, passion for service, and customer orientation.

Team spirit.

Proactivity.

EXPERIENCE

Minimum of 1 year of experience in a similar position in 4 and 5-star Hotels.

Additional information

At Meliá Hotels International we are committed to equal opportunities between women and men in the workplace, with the support of management and the principles contained in our Human Resources policies. We also care about spreading a corporate culture committed to effective equality throughout the entire workforce, and raising awareness of the need to act jointly and globally.

We promote our commitment to equality and diversity, avoiding any type of discrimination, especially that related to disability, race, religion, gender, or age. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our employees is fundamental to our success as a global company.

Furthermore, we are committed to the sustainable growth of our sector through a great, socially responsible human team. In this regard, our motto is "Towards a sustainable future, from a responsible present" Thanks to all our collaborators we make this possible.

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