Section Head - MIM Sitges

Meliá Hotels·Barcelona, 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.

  • Speak fluent Spanish

    Listed as a requirement in the ad.

  • Work on-site in Barcelona

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Have 2+ years of experience

    Mid-level role.

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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.

What you'll do

  • Together with their immediate supervisor, ensures that there is sufficient staff to handle the necessary workload within what is authorized by the staffing plan corresponding to the existing occupancy and based on the estimated number of covers for the respective period.

  • Ensures that staff carry out preparations in accordance with the procedures and presentation established in the quality standards, recipes, and photographs, supervising portion control and ensuring that waste is kept to the acceptable minimum, in both the hot kitchen and the cold kitchen.

  • Continuously supervises the efficiency and productivity of each and every employee in their section, while ensuring the proper use of products and work equipment, monitoring their proper functioning.

  • Ensures that all services to the point of consumption are carried out without setbacks and that the requested specifications are met regarding garnishes, cooking times, etc.

  • Complies with and ensures compliance with safety, cleanliness, and hygiene standards in all aspects of the operation, and that the highest standards of hygiene, cleanliness, and order are maintained in the cold storage rooms, refrigerators, etc., as well as in all areas under their responsibility.

  • Assists their superiors in establishing special menus and daily suggestions based on product availability.

  • Ensures that safety and hygiene standards are understood and correctly applied in the performance of tasks, minimizing risks and the number of accidents resulting from unsafe practices.

  • Prepares product orders for the point of consumption based on the forecast of covers and submits them for approval 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.

  • 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.

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.

Mission

Supervises that food service preparation is carried out successfully, following the quality standards established by the Hotel. Responsible for the quality, preparation, and presentation of the food produced in the assigned kitchen. Responsible for the efficiency of the employees under their charge, as well as the perfect state of cleanliness, hygiene, and order in the areas under their responsibility.

What are we looking for?

  • Minimum required experience of 2 years in similar positions
  • High level of Spanish is essential
  • Higher Education Degree in Gastronomy/Cooking
  • Knowledge of Food Handling, hygiene, and food safety.

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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