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Restaurant Chef

On-site in Santa Cruz de Tenerife·Added 4 days ago

Meliá Hotels

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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 on-site in Santa Cruz de Tenerife

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Have 2+ years of experience

    Mid-level role.

This job was automatically translated to English.

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Minimum 2 years of experience in Meliá Hotels International as Second Chef.
  • Previous experience in MICE.
  • Leadership and capacity for influence, development of commitment and talent.
  • Office Suite and skills in cost control management and revenue maximization.
  • Strong guest orientation and excellent service skills.

The role

Gran Meliá Palacio de Isora is located between the Atlantic Ocean and the majestic Teide, on the island of Tenerife. This exclusive resort with a touch of avant-garde traditional luxury service offers a magical experience. This resort in Guía de Isora features the longest saltwater infinity pool in Europe in a hotel, which blends perfectly into an exceptional natural setting. Our gastronomic options of Spanish and international cuisine of superior quality offer a luxury service and classic refinement with avant-garde touches in the different restaurants of the hotel.

Job Mission:Responsible both for the efficiency of the employees under their charge, as well as the quality, preparation, and presentation of the food produced in the assigned kitchen, through close supervision in all aspects of the process, in addition to their initiative in the creativity, composition, seasoning, and presentation of the same to ensure the satisfaction of our guests and customers, obtaining their recognition and preference.

What you'll do

  • Support the preparation of special menus and suggestions of the day, according to product availability.
  • Food Hygiene Certification Programs.
  • Ensure the correct application of safety standards by the personnel under their charge, ensuring they are understood and applied to minimize risks and workplace accidents.
  • Ensure daily meetings with their staff to distribute the day's workloads, assign shifts, and provide general information and instructions.
  • Monitor their staff in the correct preparation of food, that is, according to procedures, recipes, presentation, quality, and portion control.
  • Avoid waste to the maximum extent, in both the hot and cold kitchens.
  • Constantly supervise production percentages and the efficiency of the personnel under their charge. Supervise the correct use of the work equipment, monitoring its proper functioning.
  • Ensure that all services to the consumption center are carried out in a timely manner and that the requested specifications regarding side dishes, cooking temperatures, etc., are met.
  • Supervise the preparation of orders based on the needs of the service (breakfasts, cutlery, service orders) in the hotel.
  • Ensure compliance with the financial targets established for the department and be knowledgeable about the financial targets of their hotels, as well as their achievement.
  • Support and participate in the identification of talent within their department.
  • Know the development plans and tools regarding Human Resources and encourage their use.

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

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?

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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