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Overview
Requirements
Have the right to work in Spain
No sponsorship mentioned, and this kind of work is rarely sponsored in Spain.
Work in English
English is required, per the ad.
Work on-site in Palma
No relocation package mentioned.
Have 3+ years of experience
Mid-level role.
University degree
“Titulación universitaria y/o superior en Turismo; formación en Gastronomía/Culinaria y muy valorable formaciones para estar al día de las tendencias en el área.” — per the ad.
This job was automatically translated to English.
Requirements
What we're looking for
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar position in 4* Hotels.
- Experience in Conventions, Banquets.
- University and/or higher degree in Tourism; training in Gastronomy/Culinary arts and highly valued training to stay up to date with trends in the area.
- Knowledge in economic and team management.
- Knowledge of Food Handling, hygiene, and food safety.
- Orientation towards results and economic objectives set by the company; Proactivity for excellence and high capacity in planning and organization.
- Leadership and strong communication skills, as well as previous experience in team management.
- Proficiency in HACCP.
- Proficiency in Office Suite and tools linked to the position
- Intermediate to advanced level of English.
The role
"The world is yours with Meliá"
Continuing at Meliá is an opportunity to learn, grow, and keep building your career within a global team. Here you can take on new challenges and access experiences in different destinations, while remaining part of our family.
Are you ready to take the next step in your career with us?
At Meliá Hotels International we are looking for an Executive Chef for our Meliá Palma Bay & Palacio de Congresos de Palma, located next to the Paseo Marítimo and facing the beach.
What you'll do
Job Mission: you will be responsible for the implementation of the strategy, standards, attributes, products and the optimization of operational efficiency in the kitchen area for the Hotel and the Palacio de Congresos. You will be in charge of the organization and supervision of the kitchen staff's activities to ensure the quality of the food offered to the customer at all points of sale, thus contributing to the profitability of the Food and Beverage area and to the achievement of the economic, quality, work climate, people development and operational objectives of the Complex. Likewise, you will look after the human team both regarding the performance levels of the team and the work climate of the department, as well as ensuring the implementation of company standards, recipe monitoring, cost control and procedures.
Hiring process
REMEMBER: Before submitting your application, you must inform your direct supervisor and/or Hotel Director, and your Human Resources manager of your interest in participating in the internal selection process. Your line manager will not have the authority to authorize or block the submission of an application, but they must be duly informed.
About Meliá Hotels
Meliá Hotels International is a Spanish hotel company and one of the world's largest resort hotel chains. Founded in Palma de Mallorca in 1956, the company operates over 350 hotels across more than 40 countries, spanning brands such as Gran Meliá, Meliá, ME by Meliá, Innside by Meliá, and Paradisus. The company is a global leader in the hospitality industry, with a strong focus on leisure and business travel, and is known for its Mediterranean heritage and premium service standards.
Meliá has a very significant presence in Spain, its home market, with a wide network of hotels across the Balearic Islands, the Canary Islands, and the mainland. The company is a major employer in Spain, offering a wide range of roles in hotel operations, food and beverage, and management. For international professionals, Meliá offers opportunities to work in a dynamic, multicultural environment within a leading global hospitality brand, with roles often requiring Spanish language skills and a passion for customer service.
- Industry
- Hotels
- Founded
- 1956
- Employees
- 40,000–50,000
- Headquarters
- Palma de Mallorca, Spain
- In Spain
- Palma de Mallorca, Madrid, Barcelona and 17 more
- Website
- melia.com
Good to know if you are moving
- Meliá is a Spanish company, so working there offers a direct path to living and working in Spain, particularly in popular tourist destinations like the Balearic and Canary Islands.
- The company operates a large number of hotels in Spain, providing many job opportunities in various departments such as food & beverage, housekeeping, and front office.
- As a global hotel chain, Meliá has a multicultural workforce, and English is often used in international tourist destinations, making it accessible for non-Spanish speakers.
- The company offers internal mobility and career development opportunities within its extensive portfolio of hotels in Spain and worldwide.
- Many roles, especially in food & beverage and housekeeping, may require Spanish language skills to interact with local staff and guests.
In their own words
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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