Head Chef - Almada, Portugal

Horizon Financial Services; Setúbal; On-site; EUR 20,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Horizon Financial Services is seeking a Head Chef in Almada, Portugal, to lead the kitchen team, design menus reflecting local cuisine and manage inventory and supplier relationships.

The role requires proven leadership, speech Portuguese fluency, and strong communication with staff and suppliers. You will ensure food safety, cost control, and high culinary standards in a fast-paced setting.

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 ability to train kitchen staff.
• Excellent communication with team and suppliers.
• Fluency in Portuguese.
• Familiarity with Almada/local cuisine preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop creative menus reflecting local cuisine and dietary requirements.
• Manage all aspects of food preparation, including portion control and plating.
• Supervise kitchen staff to ensure smooth service during hours.
• Train new team members on cooking techniques and food safety guidelines.
• Create schedules for kitchen staff to ensure proper coverage during busy periods.
• Collaborate with suppliers to source fresh ingredients at best prices.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and order supplies as needed.
• Implement proper sanitation procedures to ensure cleanliness and safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Menu planning

Inventory management

Communication

Portuguese fluency

Job description

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.