Line Cook (Kena by Akiro)

El Fuerte Marbella (Fuerte Group Hotels); Marbella; On-site; EUR 26,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

KENA BY AKIRO, perched atop Hotel El Fuerte Marbella, invites a passionate Line Cook to translate Nikkei-inspired menus into precise plates. You will run your station with autonomy, handle daily prep, manage waste, and guide kitchen assistants to uphold meticulous presentation across services.

The ideal candidate brings at least 2 years in fine dining as a Line Cook, strong Nikkei knowledge, and a culinary degree with a valid Food Handler certificate.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience as a Line Cook in high-end dining or Michelin-recognized restaurants.
• Strong knowledge of Nikkei cuisine, Peruvian methods, and Japanese techniques.
• Vocational Degree in Culinary Arts/Gastronomy or equivalent, plus a valid Food Handler Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Nikkei culinary execution: Prepare dishes from the Nikkei menu following technical recipe sheets and presentation standards, maintaining consistency in taste, texture, and plating.
• Autonomous station management: Manage your station end-to-end, including mise en place, daily production schedules, live service, and closing procedures.
• Prep planning & waste control: Plan ingredient prep in advance for swift service, monitor yields, prevent waste, and report quality incidents to supervisors.
• Team guidance & assistant direction: Assign and organize daily tasks for Kitchen Assistants as directed by the Head Chef.
• Checklists, inventory & cleaning: Complete opening/closing checklists; assist with monthly inventory counts, supply orders and sanitation.

Skills

Nikkei cuisine

Peruvian techniques

Japanese preparation

English proficiency

Teamwork

Education

Culinary Arts/Gastronomy degree

Food Handler Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

At KENA BY AKIRO, located on the rooftop of Hotel El Fuerte Marbella 5*, Nikkei fusion gastronomy meets panoramic Mediterranean views. As a dining and sunset terrace destination, Kena blends Japanese-Peruvian culinary traditions with cocktails and vibrant social energy. To deliver exceptional culinary execution from opening, we are seeking a passionate, technique-driven Line Cook (Cocinero/a de Línea) in Marbella, Spain.

In this core kitchen role, you will execute menu recipes with precision, consistency, and respect for ingredients. Specifically, you will manage your station independently, execute daily prep, control food waste, supervise kitchen assistants, and maintain high standards of presentation across every service.

Job Description: Line Cook (Kena by Akiro)

Your Mission: Culinary Precision & Station Mastery

Your primary goal involves translating menu recipes directly to the plate with consistent high quality. To achieve this, you will execute Nikkei dishes with speed and technical accuracy. At the same time, you will keep your station organized and waste minimal. Therefore, you will handle prep production, execute opening and closing checklists, direct kitchen assistants, and maintain pristine workstations. As a result, you will eliminate kitchen bottlenecks and protect our restaurant’s reputation for Nikkei dining excellence.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Nikkei Culinary Execution: Prepare dishes from the Nikkei menu following technical recipe sheets and presentation standards. Furthermore, maintain strict consistency in taste, texture, and visual plating throughout service.
• Autonomous Station Management: Manage your station end-to-end, including mise en place, daily production schedules, live service, and closing procedures.
• Prep Planning & Waste Control: Plan ingredient prep in advance for swift service execution. In addition, monitor product yields, prevent kitchen waste, and communicate any food quality incidents to supervisors.
• Team Guidance & Assistant Direction: Assign and organize daily tasks for Kitchen Assistants (Ayudantes de Cocina) as directed by the Head Chef.
• Checklists, Inventory & Cleaning: Complete station opening and closing checklists daily. Moreover, support the Chef de Partie with monthly inventory counts, supply orders, and workstation sanitation post-service.

Who You Are: The Dedicated Line Cook

• Proven Foundations: You bring at least 2 years of experience as a Line Cook in high-end dining establishments or Michelin-recognized restaurants.
• Culinary Expertise: You possess strong knowledge of Nikkei cuisine, Peruvian culinary methods, and Japanese preparation techniques.
• Educational Background: You hold a Vocational Degree (Grado Medio or Superior) in Culinary Arts/Gastronomy or equivalent, along with a valid Food Handler Certificate (Carné de Manipulador de Alimentos).
• Technical Skills & Languages: You feel comfortable working with Microsoft Office tools. English proficiency and knowledge of other languages are considered a valuable plus.
• Key Competencies: You demonstrate technical knife skills, speed under pressure, respect for ingredients, and strong teamwork.

What Fuerte Group Hotels & Kena Offer You

• Competitive Package: Enjoy a competitive salary package reflecting your culinary skill inside a benchmark Nikkei rooftop venue.
• Seven Decades of Heritage: Form part of Fuerte Group Hotels. Indeed, you will join a respected group with nearly 70 years of industry leadership.
• Professional Growth: Access continuous training programs and language learning support. Therefore, you will unlock structured internal career paths.
• Exceptional Work Climate: Work alongside top-tier professionals in an inspiring beachfront rooftop setting overlooking the Mediterranean.