Head Chef - Almada, Portugal

Horizon Financial Services; Almada; On-site; EUR 11,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

Horizon Financial Services is seeking a Head Chef to lead the kitchen in Almada, Portugal. You will design menus reflecting local flavors, manage inventories and ordering, and uphold top food quality and safety standards.

The role requires proven Head Chef experience, strong leadership, and fluency in Portuguese to collaborate with staff and suppliers. A competitive salary is offered based on experience.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Head Chef or similar in a fast-paced restaurant
• In-depth knowledge of cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures
• Strong leadership and team motivation skills
• Excellent communication with team and suppliers
• Ability to manage inventory and control food cost effectively
• Familiarity with local Almada cuisine is a plus but not required
• Fluency in Portuguese is required

Responsibilities

• Design and develop creative menus reflecting local cuisine
• Manage all aspects of food preparation and food cost
• Supervise kitchen staff during service hours
• Train new team members on cooking techniques and food safety
• Create staff schedules for proper coverage
• Source ingredients from suppliers at best prices
• Maintain inventory records and order supplies as needed
• Ensure kitchen sanitation and health code compliance

Skills

Leadership

Inventory management

Cooking methods

Communication

Staff training

Job description

Head Chef - Almada, Portugal

We are seeking a talented and experienced Head Chef to lead our kitchen team in Almada, Portugal. As the Head Chef, you will be responsible for creating and executing our menu, managing inventory and ordering supplies, and maintaining high levels of food quality and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop creative menus that reflect the local cuisine and cater to diverse dietary requirements
• Manage all aspects of food preparation, including portion control, plating presentation, and food cost
• Supervise kitchen staff to ensure smooth operation during service hours
• Train new team members on proper cooking techniques and food safety guidelines
• Create schedules for kitchen staff to ensure proper coverage during busy periods
• Collaborate with suppliers to source fresh, high-quality ingredients at the best prices
• Maintain accurate inventory records and order supplies as needed
• Implement proper sanitation procedures in the kitchen to ensure cleanliness and safety standards are met
• Ensure compliance with all health codes and regulations

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or similar role in a fast-paced restaurant environment
• In-depth knowledge of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and train kitchen staff effectively
• Excellent communication skills to work closely with other team members and suppliers
• Ability to manage inventory, order supplies, and control food cost effectively
• Familiarity with local cuisine in Almada is preferred but not required
• Fluency in Portuguese is required

Salary

We offer a competitive salary of 1300$ per month based on experience.