Sous Chef (CURA Restaurant)

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts; Lisboa; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Statutory vacation allowance + 1 day

Outstanding training programs

Employee travel program

Uniforms provided

Complimentary meals

Birthday cake by Pastry Team

Medical insurance including family

Discounts at hotel facilities

On-site gym access

FS Benefits platform access

Job summary

Four Seasons Lisbon is seeking a Sous Chef to join CURA Restaurant in Lisbon. You will be an essential member of the Food & Beverage team, supporting the Restaurant Chef and leading the kitchen staff to deliver exceptional quality and service.

The ideal candidate will have at least one year of culinary experience, a degree in hotel/restaurant management or culinary arts, and proficiency in Portuguese and English.

Qualifications

• College degree preferably specializing in hotel/restaurant management or culinary arts, or equivalent experience is required.
• Minimum one years previous experience in culinary/food & beverage line, supervisory or assistant manager positions;
• Requires a working knowledge of division operations
• Reading, writing and oral proficiency both in Portuguese and English.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, organizing, controlling and directing kitchen staff.
• Ensure superior quality and consistency of food.
• Support Restaurant Chef in daily operations.

Skills

Cuisine passion

Attention to detail

Strong work ethic

Team supervision

Education

College degree in hotel/restaurant management or culinary arts

Job description

About Four Seasons:

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.

At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

About the location:

Lisbon’s most iconic address. Located in the heart of Lisbon, our historic Hotel wears the cultural heart and soul of Portugal on its sleeve. Inside, art-deco sensibilities mingle with an updated Louis XVI style, and a collection of important contemporary local artwork fills our halls. Outside, views of the city’s rolling hills and brightly tiled exteriors spread out before you. After spending the day exploring the city sights, many just steps from the Hotel, we invite you for a seasonally inspired, Michelin-starred gastronomic experience at CURA restaurant.

About the role

We are looking for a Sous Chef to join our Team in Lisbon, at CURA Restaurant!

The Sous Chef is an essential member of the Food & Beverage team dedicated to providing exceptional quality and service to our guests and serving as part of the management team leading the culinary team.

What you will do

• passionate about cuisine
• ttention to detail and a strong work ethic a
• support the Restaurant Chef in planning, organizing, controlling and directing the work of employees in the Kitchen Department responsible for food preparation while ensuring superior quality and consistency.

What you bring

• College degree preferably specializing in hotel/restaurant management or culinary arts, or equivalent experience is required;
• Minimum one years previous experience in culinary/food & beverage line, supervisory or assistant manager positions;
• Requires a working knowledge of division operations
• The candidate must hold the required authorization to work in an European country;
• Reading, writing and oral proficiency both in Portuguese and English.

What we offer

• Competitive compensation package
• Statutory vacation allowance plus one additional day of paid leave
• Outstanding training programs and career development opportunities, including enriching international taskforce opportunities
• Employee travel program with complimentary stays at Four Seasons properties worldwide
• Provision of employee uniforms
• Complimentary meals at our much-loved Sabores Employee Restaurant
• A birthday cake prepared especially for you by our renowned Pastry Team for you to celebrate with your loved ones
• Comprehensive medical insurance, with the option to extend coverage to family members, plus access to an on‑site doctor for preventive care
• Exclusive retail, spa, and food & beverage discounts within the hotel
• Access to a modern, fully equipped employee on‑site gym
• Full access to the FS Benefits platform