Executive Chef - Braga, Portugal

MapleGroves; Braga; On-site; EUR 8,500 - 11,000; Full time

Job summary

MapleGroves in Braga, Portugal seeks an Executive Chef to lead and inspire the kitchen team, create menus, and ensure dishes meet the highest standards. The role emphasizes culinary excellence, staff development, and cost-conscious menu planning.

Responsibilities include overseeing operations, developing menus, maintaining quality, training staff, managing inventory, and adhering to health and safety standards in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Executive Chef or similar role.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Creative mindset with a passion for food and menu development.
• Knowledge of various cooking techniques and cuisines.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all kitchen operations
• Develop new menus and recipes while maintaining current ones
• Monitor food quality and presentation to ensure consistency
• Train, mentor, and motivate staff members
• Maintain inventory levels and order supplies as needed
• Adhere to health and safety standards at all times
• Collaborate with management on budgeting, cost control, and pricing strategies

Skills

Leadership

Creative mindset

Culinary knowledge

Time management

Education

Culinary degree or equivalent certification

Job description

Executive Chef - Braga, Portugal

We are in search of a highly skilled and experienced Executive Chef to join our team in Braga. The ideal candidate will have a passion for culinary excellence and be able to lead and inspire a team of chefs in delivering exceptional dishes. As an Executive Chef, you will be responsible for managing the kitchen, creating menus, and ensuring that all food is prepared to the highest standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage all kitchen operations
• Develop new menus and recipes while maintaining current ones
• Monitor food quality and presentation to ensure consistency
• Train, mentor, and motivate staff members
• Maintain inventory levels and order supplies as needed
• Adhere to health and safety standards at all times
• Collaborate with management on budgeting, cost control, and pricing strategies

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Executive Chef or similar role
• Culinary degree or equivalent certification
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage a team
• Creative mindset with a passion for food
• Knowledge of various cooking techniques and cuisines
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment

Salary: 1000$ per month (negotiable based on experience)