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On-site in Benalmádena·Full-time·Added today (last checked 9 Nov)
Vincci Hotels
36 open roles
Our summary
- Work mode
- On-site, Benalmádena
- Contract
- Full-time
- Spanish
- Expected (ad in Spanish)
Visa options
The ad doesn’t mention sponsorship
No sponsorship mentioned, and this kind of work is rarely sponsored in Spain.
This job advert was originally written in Spanish.
Requirements
What we're looking for
- Previous experience in similar positions within the hotel sector or organized catering.
- Solid knowledge of cooking, service organization, and product control.
- Experience in HACCP, food safety, and warehouse control.
- Ability to plan, coordinate teams, and work with a results orientation.
Nice to have
- Valuable experience in 4 and 5-star hotels.
- Leadership and ability to support the team.
- Organization, planning, and attention to detail.
- Proactivity and incident resolution.
- Commitment to quality, sustainability, and work well done.
- Flexibility and adaptation to service needs.
Pay & benefits
What you'll get
- Joining a hotel chain in full expansion, with a firm commitment to quality and sustainability.
- Professional, dynamic, and development-oriented work environment.
- Opportunity to be part of a team committed to offering unique experiences to our guests.
- Full-time position.
- Contract to cover a one-year leave of absence.
The role
At Vincci Hoteles we are looking to hire a Second Chef for the Hotel Vincci Selección Aleysa 5*, a committed, organized person with a vocation for gastronomic excellence to support the daily management of the kitchen department and guarantee high-quality service.
What you'll do
- Report to the Chef to plan the department's work and participate in decision-making.
- Organize the service for the preparation of menus, dishes, and services.
- Analyze demand and the acceptance level of dishes to optimize the gastronomic offering.
- Study occupancy forecasts and meal plans, adjusting and planning the necessary resources: personnel, materials, and equipment.
- Place the necessary orders to cover the services.
- Maintain product identification, as well as the order, cleanliness, and good condition of the warehouses assigned to the kitchen, guaranteeing compliance with safety and hygiene standards (HACCP).
- Perform established audits, controls, and records.
- Prepare the stock regularization list and deliver it to the storeroom.
- Participate in the planning of menus and cards, adapting them to the hotel's customer profile and the season.
- Develop the recipes corresponding to each new dish.
- Develop the Room Service menu.
- Comply with the functions, procedures, and records of the Environmental Management System.
- Collaborate in the Energy Management System, ensuring the efficient use of equipment and compliance with its specifications.
- Know and comply with the chain's Compliance System.
Hiring process
If you meet the profile and want to join our team, apply for the offer. We will value your experience, your organizational capacity, and your affinity with the values of Vincci Hoteles.
About Vincci Hotels
Vincci Hotels is a Spanish hotel chain headquartered in Madrid, operating a portfolio of over 40 four- and five-star hotels across Spain, Portugal, and Morocco. The company focuses on urban and resort hospitality, offering a mix of business and leisure properties in major cities and coastal destinations. With a strong emphasis on service quality and local character, Vincci has grown steadily since its founding in 2005 and is a recognized player in the Iberian hospitality market.
In Spain, Vincci Hotels has a significant presence with properties in Madrid, Barcelona, Seville, Málaga, Valencia, Bilbao, and other key tourist and business hubs. The company's work culture emphasizes guest satisfaction, teamwork, and professional development, making it an attractive option for international hospitality professionals seeking roles in Spain. Vincci actively recruits for positions such as receptionists, F&B staff, and management trainees, and its careers portal is managed through an external platform, indicating a structured hiring process.
- Industry
- Hospitality
- Founded
- 2005
- Employees
- 1,000–5,000
- Headquarters
- Madrid, Spain
- In Spain
- Madrid, Barcelona, Seville and 3 more
Good to know if you are moving
- Vincci Hotels is a Spanish company, so international hires will be part of a locally rooted brand with a strong Iberian identity.
- The company operates hotels in major Spanish cities like Madrid, Barcelona, and Seville, offering diverse work environments from urban to coastal.
- Vincci's careers portal is hosted on an external platform (orbio.work), suggesting a centralized and possibly English-friendly application process.
- Hospitality roles at Vincci often require Spanish language skills, but international experience is valued, especially in front-of-house and management positions.
- Spain's hospitality sector is a major employer, and Vincci provides opportunities for career growth in a growing chain.
In their own words
About the company & team
At Vincci Hoteles we bet on excellence in service, professional development, teamwork, and respect for people and the environment. If you are motivated to grow in a unique hotel project, with a refined and demanding kitchen, we want to meet you.
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