Head Chef - Portuguese Cuisine

Work standard; Faro; Presencial; EUR 11 000 - 13 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Work standard is hiring a Head Chef for a Portuguese cuisine restaurant in Faro, Portugal. You will oversee all kitchen operations, design authentic menus with modern twists, and manage the team to ensure top quality and profitability.

The role requires strong leadership, bilingual English/Portuguese communication, and a culinary degree or equivalent experience. Salary is negotiable and will reflect experience in a high-volume setting.

Qualificações

• Proven leadership ability and experience managing a kitchen team.
• Excellent communication skills in English and Portuguese.
• Ability to design menus that blend tradition with modern techniques.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee all kitchen operations and ensure high-quality output.
• Develop and design menus featuring traditional Portuguese cuisine with modern twists.
• Manage staff: training, scheduling, and performance evaluations.

Conhecimentos

Leadership

Communication

Bilingual EN/PT

Team Management

Formação académica

Culinary degree or equivalent

Ferramentas

Microsoft Office

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Head Chef - Portuguese Cuisine

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Head Chef to join our team at our restaurant in Faro, Portugal. As the Head Chef, you will be responsible for overseeing all kitchen operations and ensuring the highest quality of food preparation and presentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and design menus featuring traditional Portuguese cuisine while also incorporating modern techniques and flavors
• Manage kitchen staff, including training, scheduling, and performance evaluations
• Maintain inventory levels and monitor food costs to ensure profitability
• Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations
• Oversee the preparation and presentation of all dishes to meet customer expectations
• Collaborate with management to create special menus for events or promotions

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Head Chef or Executive Chef in a high volume restaurant
• In-depth knowledge of Portuguese cuisine with the ability to add creative twists
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to train, motivate, and manage a team
• Excellent communication skills in both English and Portuguese
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards of quality

Qualifications

• Culinary degree or equivalent experience preferred
• Minimum of 5 years experience as a Sous Chef or higher position
• Knowledge of food safety regulations
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Salary: 1200$ per month (negotiable based on experience)

City: Faro, Portugal (candidates from other cities/regions within Portugal will also be considered)

If you are passionate about Portuguese cuisine, have strong leadership skills, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we would love to hear from you. Join our team as our Head Chef and help us continue delivering exceptional dining experiences for our customers.