Cook

Paradigma Creative & Hospitality Group; Lisboa; On-site; EUR 10,044 - 14,508; Full time

Job summary

Paradigma Creative & Hospitality Group is seeking a Cook in Lisbon to join a hands-on, concept-driven kitchen. You will prepare and execute dishes, maintain a clean, efficient station, and uphold HACCP standards to ensure consistent quality. Strong teamwork and attention to detail are essential for daily service.

The role emphasizes respect for ingredients, proactive communication, and a calm, solution-focused attitude in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a professional kitchen environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Fluent in Portuguese; English is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and executing dishes according to concept and standards.
• Managing your station with organization, cleanliness, and efficiency.
• Following prep routines and ensuring consistency across services.
• Respecting cooking times, techniques, and portion control.
• Handling ingredients with care, minimizing waste and maintaining quality.
• Preparing house-made elements (sauces, bases, components).
• Communicating clearly with the team to ensure smooth service.
• Managing food allergies and dietary requirements with attention and responsibility.
• Ensuring all HACCP and health & safety standards are strictly followed.
• Contributing to a strong and respectful kitchen culture.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Calm under pressure

Respect for product

Portuguese fluency

Job description

As a Cook at Paradigma, you are part of the core of the operation, where everything begins.

You are responsible for executing each dish with consistency, precision, and respect for the product. From prep to service, you ensure that every plate reflects the standards of the space.

This is a role for someone who values rhythm, detail, and teamwork and understands that good food comes from doing the basics right, every day.

What You’ll Be Responsible For

• Preparing and executing dishes according to the concept and standards of the venue
• Managing your station with organization, cleanliness, and efficiency
• Following prep routines and ensuring consistency across all services
• Respecting cooking times, techniques, and portion control
• Handling ingredients with care, minimizing waste and maintaining quality
• Preparing house-made elements (sauces, bases, components)
• Communicating clearly with the team to ensure smooth service
• Managing food allergies and dietary requirements with attention and responsibility
• Ensuring all HACCP and health & safety standards are strictly followed
• Contributing to a strong and respectful kitchen culture

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience in a kitchen environment
• Strong sense of organization and attention to detail
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced service
• A team player with a proactive attitude
• Calm under pressure and solution-oriented
• Respect for product, process, and consistency
• Fluent in Portuguese (English is a plus)

About Paradigma

We've been shaping the hospitality landscape through a hands-on, concept-driven approach: from idea to operation, we build and manage restaurant projects with a strong focus on identity, product, and experience. More at: www.paradigma.pt