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Requirements

Experiencia demostrable como Head Chef o Chef Ejecutivo en hoteles de categoría similar o restaurantes de alto volumen y exigencia.
Formación en cocina, gastronomía o restauración; se valorará formación en gestión hotelera.
Conocimientos sólidos en costes, escandallos, control de stock y gestión de presupuestos.
Capacidad para liderar, motivar y desarrollar equipos multiculturales y multidisciplinares.
Creatividad culinaria combinada con una clara orientación a resultados y estandarización.
Conocimiento de seguridad e higiene alimentaria.
Habilidad para trabajar en entornos dinámicos, con atención al detalle y alto nivel de exigencia.
Pasión por la gastronomía, la innovación y la experiencia del cliente.

Benefits

My MeliáRewards: Participa en nuestro programa de fidelidad exclusivo, disfrutando de beneficios y ventajas únicas.

My MeliáBenefits: Aprovecha la compensación flexible y los descuentos exclusivos en una amplia variedad de productos y servicios, promoviendo un estilo de vida activo y saludable.

Incorporarte a Meliá Hotels International, una compañía líder en el sector hotelero y referente en experiencias de lujo y bienestar.
Oportunidades reales de desarrollo profesional y movilidad interna, tanto a nivel nacional como internacional.
Acceso a programas de formación continua y beneficios exclusivos para empleados Meliá.
Formar parte de un equipo comprometido con la excelencia, la sostenibilidad y la innovación.

Job Description

"The world is yours with Meliá"

Discover a path without limits 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.

Discover some of the benefits we offer:

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.

Main Mission

As Head Chef, you will be fully responsible for the gastronomic proposal of Hotel Meliá Madrid Princesa, ensuring an excellent culinary experience consistent with brand standards and focused on guest satisfaction. You will lead the kitchen area with a creative, operational, and management vision, ensuring product quality, department profitability, and team development.

What are we looking for in you?

Proven experience as Head Chef or Executive Chef in similar category hotels or high-volume, demanding restaurants.
Training in cooking, gastronomy, or hospitality; training in hotel management will be valued.
Solid knowledge of costs, recipes, stock control, and budget management.
Ability to lead, motivate, and develop multicultural and multidisciplinary teams.
Culinary creativity combined with a clear results-oriented approach and standardization.
Knowledge of food safety and hygiene.
Ability to work in dynamic environments, with attention to detail and a high level of demand.
Passion for gastronomy, innovation, and the customer experience.

What do we offer you?

Join Meliá Hotels International, a leading company in the hotel sector and a reference in luxury and wellness experiences.
Real opportunities for professional development and internal mobility, both nationally and internationally.
Access to continuous training programs and exclusive benefits for Meliá employees.
Become part of a team committed to excellence, sustainability, and innovation.

At Meliá, we are all VIP

At Meliá Hotels International, we advocate for equal opportunities between women and men in the workplace, with the commitment of management and the principles contained in Human Resources policies. Furthermore, we care about disseminating among all staff a corporate culture committed to effective equality and raising awareness about the need to act jointly and globally.

We drive our commitment to equality and diversity, avoiding any type of discrimination, especially 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 advocate for the sustainable growth of our sector through a large, 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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Need a visa? No sponsorship mentioned, and this kind of work is rarely sponsored in Spain. See which routes exist