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On-site in Palma·Added yesterday (last checked 6 Nov)
RIU Hotels
7 open roles
Our summary
- Work mode
- On-site, Palma
- Experience
- 3+ years
- Education
- University degree
Visa options
The ad rules out sponsorship
The advert says visa sponsorship isn’t available for this role.
Skills
This job advert was originally written in Spanish.
Requirements
What we're looking for
Minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in professional kitchens, with at least 1-2 years occupying Chef de Partie or Sous Chef positions.
Demonstrable experience in personnel supervision and management.
Education & certifications
Training in Gastronomy, Hospitality, or Culinary Arts.
The role
RIU Hotels & Resorts is an international hotel chain founded in Mallorca. The company works day after day to continue offering the best service at its nearly 100 hotels located in 21 countries.
Due to the operational workload and the need to reinforce kitchen management, it is considered fundamental to have this role to guarantee the quality, efficiency, and continuity of our operation. The Sous Chef will perform a key role as the primary support to the Executive Chef. Located in the Pacific zone (Vallarta, Mazatlán, Guadalajara, and Los Cabos).
What you'll do
The designated professional will assume the following key areas of responsibility:
Support and supervision of operations: Coordinate daily service and ensure the efficient workflow in each station.
Personnel management: Lead, motivate, and supervise the kitchen team, supporting task assignment and shift organization.
Quality control: Ensure strict compliance with culinary standards regarding the presentation, flavor, and temperature of dishes.
Planning: Collaborate on menu preparation, order management, and inventory alongside the Executive Chef.
Operational continuity: Assume the direction and leadership of the kitchen during the absence of the Executive Chef.
Hygiene and safety: Guarantee rigorous compliance with food safety regulations, HACCP, and hygiene standards in the work area.
Requirements
Academic training
Professional experience
Leadership
Technical Knowledge
Mastery and knowledge of advanced culinary techniques.
Consolidated knowledge of international cuisine.
Mastery of food safety and hygiene standards.
About RIU Hotels
RIU Hotels & Resorts is a Spanish hotel chain founded in 1953 by the Riu family in Mallorca, Spain. The company operates over 100 hotels across Spain, the Balearic and Canary Islands, the Caribbean, Mexico, and other sun destinations, making it one of the largest hotel groups in Spain. RIU is known for its all-inclusive resort model, with a strong focus on the hospitality experience, food and beverage, and entertainment.
RIU's headquarters are in Palma de Mallorca, and the company has a significant presence across Spain, particularly in the Balearic and Canary Islands. The company is a major employer in the Spanish hospitality sector, frequently hiring for hotel operations roles such as housekeeping, food and beverage service, maintenance, and front-of-house positions. For international professionals, RIU offers the opportunity to work in a Spanish-speaking environment within a well-established, family-owned hotel group, with roles that often include accommodation, making it an attractive option for those looking to relocate to Spain's tourist destinations.
- Industry
- Hospitality
- Founded
- 1948
- Employees
- 10,000–30,000
- Headquarters
- Palma de Mallorca, Spain
- In Spain
- Palma de Mallorca, Ibiza, Fuerteventura and 2 more
Good to know if you are moving
- RIU frequently offers roles with free accommodation (alojamiento) included, which is a major advantage for international hires relocating to Spain.
- The company operates in tourist-heavy destinations (Mallorca, Ibiza, Canary Islands, etc.), so many roles are seasonal and tied to the tourism cycle.
- Spanish language proficiency is essential for most guest-facing and operational roles, as the work is highly customer-facing.
- RIU is a family-owned, Spanish-founded company, which can offer a more stable and traditional corporate culture compared to international chains.
- Many positions include food and beverage service, housekeeping, and maintenance, which are practical entry points for internationals without prior hotel experience.
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