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Section Head - Paradisus Gran Canaria

Las Palmas, Spain·Competitive·On-site·Mid · 3+ years

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About the role

At Paradisus Gran Canaria, a 5-star all-inclusive luxury hotel, culinary excellence is an essential part of the experience we offer.

We are looking for a Section Head with a passion for cooking, leadership, and a commitment to the highest gastronomic standards. Join our team and be part of a project where innovation and quality make the difference.

You will be responsible for managing and supervising your kitchen section, ensuring the preparation and presentation of dishes according to the hotel's quality and luxury standards. You will lead your team in executing recipes and meeting operational and sustainability goals.

What you'll do

- Supervise and coordinate the activities of your section, ensuring that dishes are prepared and presented correctly and on time.
- Prepare dishes according to established recipes and standards, guaranteeing quality, flavor, and impeccable presentation.
- Manage the mise en place of your section, ensuring that ingredients and utensils are available and in optimal condition. - Train, motivate, and coordinate the kitchen assistants assigned to your section.
- Control the stock of your section, ordering products as needed and ensuring proper storage and preservation.
- Ensure compliance with hygiene and food safety standards in your work area.
- Actively participate in creating new dishes and improving culinary processes.
- Collaborate with the kitchen team to ensure efficient service flow across all points of sale.

About the company & team

"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?

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.

What are we looking for?

- Qualification in Culinary Arts, Gastronomy, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in similar positions, preferably in luxury hotels or high-end restaurants.
- Mastery of advanced culinary techniques, international cuisine, and efficient use of resources. - Leadership, teamwork, organization, and attention to detail.
- Knowledge of English will be valued for interacting in international environments.
- A proactive, creative person with the ability to work under pressure.
- Availability to work rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays.

We look forward to seeing you at Paradisus Gran Canaria!

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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