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Kitchen Manager - Sumendi Restaurant

On-site in Bizkaia·Added 1 month ago (last checked 8 Oct)

Meliá Hotels

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Overview

Work mode: On-site, Bizkaia
Experience: 3+ years
Education: University degree
Benefits: Flexible pay plan

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Skills

Paquete Office

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

· University degree and/or higher education in Tourism; training in Gastronomy/Culinary Arts, with ongoing training in area trends being highly valued.

· Minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar position, preferably in gastronomic restaurants

· Experience in implementing new gastronomic concepts will be valued

· Knowledge of Food Handling, food hygiene and safety, knowledge of the use of economic management and kitchen analysis tools, staying up to date with cooking trends and gastronomic innovation.

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office Package and tools related to the position, knowledge of hotel operations across its different types of services.

· Orientation toward results and the 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, implementation of pilots, projects, and strategies established at the company level.

Pay & benefits

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.

Be proud to be part of Meliá, we are proud of you! 😉

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The role

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

It is embarking on one of the most passionate journeys of your life, a journey in which inspiration and personal and professional growth will accompany you every step of the way.

MISSION: Responsible both for the efficiency of the employees under their charge, as well as for the quality, preparation, and presentation of the food produced in the new Sumendi Restaurant, located in the Hotel Meliá Bilbao. They supervise all aspects of the process, in addition to providing their initiative in the creativity, composition, seasoning, and presentation of the dishes to ensure the satisfaction of our customers, obtaining their recognition and preference.

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.

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Additional information

At Meliá, we are all VIP 🌟

Great professionals who make everyday life easier and exceptional. From the newest arrival to the most veteran, all of them have unique and important qualities that make working at Meliá a constant opportunity for growth and a passport to create your future wherever you want.

Our warmth, closeness, and passion for what we do make working at Meliá an unforgettable experience, full of emotional moments and always with the feeling that you belong to a large family in which we have people like you, VIP people.

At Meliá Hotels International, we promote equal opportunities between women and men in the workplace, with the commitment of management and the principles contained in the Human Resources policies. We also value the dissemination of a corporate culture committed to effective equality among all employees, 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 are fundamental to our success as a global company.

In addition, we bet on the sustainable growth of our sector through a great socially responsible human team. In this sense, our motto is "Towards a sustainable future, from a responsible present" Thanks to all the collaborators, we make it possible.

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