Executive Chef - Funchal, Portugal

BlueHorizon; Funchal; Presencial; EUR 2500 - 3800; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Accommodation and relocation support

Competitive salary

Growth opportunities

Training for the right candidate

Resumo da oferta

BlueHorizon in Funchal, Madeira, is seeking an Executive Chef to lead our culinary team. You will design and implement menus, oversee kitchen operations, and supervise staff to deliver exceptional dining experiences.

The role requires strong leadership, extensive culinary knowledge, and the ability to manage inventory, costs, and guest satisfaction while maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety. Portuguese language is preferred but not mandatory.

Qualificações

• Proven experience as an Executive Chef or similar role in fine dining.
• Extensive knowledge of culinary techniques, ingredients, and equipment.
• Strong leadership to manage a kitchen team.
• Ability to design innovative menus within budget.
• Excellent communication with management and guests.
• Excellent organizational skills for inventory control and scheduling.
• Portuguese language proficiency preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Design and develop creative menus that showcase local ingredients and reflect current food trends
• Manage food inventory and ordering to ensure freshness and cost control
• Oversee all aspects of kitchen operations including food preparation, cooking, plating, and presentation
• Train and supervise kitchen staff to maintain high standards of food quality and safety
• Collaborate with restaurant management to ensure smooth operations and guest satisfaction
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment at all times
• Monitor food costs, portion control, and waste management to meet budget goals
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations

Conhecimentos

Executive Chef experience

Leadership

Menu development

Budget management

Communication

Organizational skills

Descrição da oferta de emprego

We are hiring an Executive Chef to lead our culinary team at our high-end restaurant in Funchal Portugal As an Executive Chef you will be responsible for creating and executing our menu offerings managing kitchen operations and supervising the kitchen staff

Responsibilities

• Design and develop creative menus that showcase local ingredients and reflect current food trends
• Manage food inventory and ordering to ensure freshness and cost control
• Oversee all aspects of kitchen operations including food preparation cooking plating and presentation
• Train and supervise kitchen staff to maintain high standards of food quality and safety
• Collaborate with restaurant management to ensure smooth operations and guest satisfaction
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment at all times
• Monitor food costs portion control and waste management to meet budget goals
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Executive Chef or similar role in a fine dining establishment
• Extensive knowledge of culinary techniques ingredients and equipment
• Strong leadership skills with experience in managing a team of cooks and other kitchen staff
• Ability to create innovative menu offerings while adhering to budgetary constraints
• Excellent communication skills for collaborating with management staff and guests
• High level of organizational skills to manage inventory control scheduling and training
• Proficiency in Portuguese is preferred but not required

Benefits

• We offer a competitive salary of 1700$
• accommodation options for out-of-town candidates if needed
• opportunities for growth within our company
• This is a full-time position with flexible working hours
• No prior experience is required as we are willing to train the right candidate