Executive Chef - Four Seasons Hotel Madrid

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts; Madrid; Presencial; EUR 50.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

An established industry player in luxury hospitality is seeking a visionary Executive Chef to lead culinary operations at their iconic Madrid location. This role offers the opportunity to shape the culinary experience across multiple restaurants and bars, ensuring the highest standards of quality and creativity. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional leadership skills and culinary expertise, with a focus on innovation and team development. Join a dynamic team that values inclusivity and personal growth, and contribute to creating unforgettable dining experiences in a historic setting. If you're passionate about culinary excellence and ready to elevate your career, this is the perfect opportunity.

Servicios

Private Health Insurance

50 days of holiday per year

Complimentary Employee Meals

Uniform provided

Dynamic Employee Culture

Exclusive travel programs

Comprehensive learning and development programs

Formación

• 10+ years as an Executive Chef in high-end hotels.
• Proficient in HACCP procedures and hygiene analyses.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee food preparation and presentation for quality and creativity.
• Innovate menu concepts and manage culinary operations.

Conocimientos

Culinary Knowledge

Leadership Skills

Creative Problem Solving

Organizational Skills

Bilingual (Spanish and English)

Educación

Higher degree in culinary arts

Hospitality degree or equivalent experience

Descripción del empleo

About Four Seasons:

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.

About the location:
A historic landmark with modern energy. History comes to life with modern energy at Four Seasons Hotel Madrid. In the very heart of the capital - within walking distance of all the key attractions - seven historic buildings have been transformed into one dynamic destination. With rooftop dining by Spanish celebrity chef Dani García, Asian-Mediterranean cuisine at our award-winning modern cocktail bar and restaurant Isa, and a four-level Wellness Centre with a sun-splashed pool terrace, Four Seasons is bringing a new level of luxury and service to locals and guests alike.

Position Overview:

Four Seasons Hotel Madrid is seeking an experienced and visionary Executive Chef to lead our culinary operations.

Reporting to the Director of Food and Beverage, you will be responsible for the daily operation of the culinary team which includes 3 Restaurants and Bars, Banquets, In-Room Dining and our Employee Restaurant.

This role demands exceptional expertise in kitchen management, menu development, and team leadership, ensuring the highest standards of quality and creativity in all aspects of our food offerings.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Oversee the preparation and presentation of all food items to maintain consistency, quality, and creativity.
2. Coordinate and supervise the ordering of all food supplies and kitchen equipment. Approve products to meet quality standards, maintain cost accounts, and take full responsibility for food preparation areas.
3. Innovate and develop concepts and menus for existing outlets and future projects while considering factors such as product availability, cost control, and market trends.
4. Experience in managing external partnerships with third-party Chefs to enhance the hotel's culinary offerings.
5. Communicate, liaise and assist in managing ownership F&B needs and expectations.
6. Provide effective leadership, mentorship, support, and model culinary excellence with the Executive Chefs and their teams.
7. Liaise, and formulate partner relationships with key suppliers.
8. Plan budgets, assign menu pricing, and manage cost controls to achieve profitability.
9. Complete and provide performance evaluations for all kitchen employees, making recommendations for salary adjustments and career development as needed.
10. Focus on quality standards, continual improvement, professional development, and training while developing a culture of a team community.
11. Must be able to teach and develop talent at all levels with patience and care.
12. Encourage and develop chef and guest interactions.
13. Lead and organize the future development of outside catering opportunities.
14. Work closely with the engineering teams on annual ESG Hotel goals and new global development initiatives.

Qualifications Requirements:

1. Proficiency in Spanish and English (reading, writing, speaking).
2. Experienced in Hygiene analyses, HACCP procedures, training, and development.
3. Requires outstanding culinary knowledge and skills. In addition, the ability to develop consistency and quality.
4. Requires exceptional leadership skills and creative problem-solving.
5. Requires highly developed organisational skills and strong and detailed business acumen for complex culinary operations.
6. Assessing and developing others while leveraging key strengths.
7. Proven creativity and adherence to high-quality standards.
8. Business acumen.
9. Higher degree in culinary arts, Hospitality, or equivalent progressive leadership experience.
10. Ten years previous experience as an Executive Chef at high end Hotels.
11. Some travel 10-15% is required for training, conferences, and special events, in addition to travel to the managed properties.

What we offer:

1. Compensation: Highly competitive salaries as well as an annual incentive plan.
2. Dynamic Employee Culture where you are encouraged to be your true self!
3. Inclusive and diverse employee engagement events all year-round.
4. Private Health Insurance.
5. 50 days of holiday per year, and the day of the birthday free.
6. Exclusive discount and travel programs with Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts around the world.
7. Complimentary Employee Meals.
8. Uniform provided.
9. Comprehensive learning and development programs to help you elevate your craft.
10. And so much more!

Service Culture

Four Seasons consistently ranks among the world's best hotels and most prestigious brands in reader polls, traveler reviews and industry awards. Our greatest asset, and the key to our success, is our people. We believe that each of us needs a sense of dignity, pride, and satisfaction in what we do.