Temporary Executive Chef

Q-Storage; Lisboa; On-site; EUR 14,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Q-Storage in Lisbon, Portugal, seeks a Temporary Executive Chef to lead culinary operations in a fast-paced restaurant.

The role offers a short-term opportunity to showcase talent, influence menu development, and manage the kitchen, staff, and inventory while collaborating with front-of-house for superb service.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Executive Chef in a high-volume restaurant setting.
• Strong leadership and staff training abilities.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all kitchen operations including food prep, cooking, and presentation.
• Create new menu items considering seasonal ingredients and customer preferences.
• Ensure highest quality standards and consistency across dishes.

Skills

Leadership

Food safety

Menu development

Kitchen management

English fluency

Education

Culinary degree

Job description

Executive Chef vacancy in Lisbon Portugal

Temporary Executive Chef

The temporary Executive Chef will play a key role in managing the culinary operations of our restaurant in Lisbon. This position is ideal for a skilled and experienced chef who is looking for a short-term opportunity to showcase their talents, gain valuable experience, and work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee all aspects of the kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking, and presentation
• Create new and innovative menu items, taking into consideration seasonal ingredients and customer preferences
• Ensure that all dishes are prepared to the highest quality standards and consistently meet customer expectations
• Manage inventory levels, order supplies as needed, and maintain a clean and organized kitchen
• Train and supervise kitchen staff to ensure proper food handling techniques and adherence to safety standards
• Collaborate with front-of-house staff to ensure smooth service and address any customer concerns or special requests
• Maintain accurate records of food costs, inventory levels, and kitchen equipment maintenance schedules
• Stay up-to-date on industry trends and make recommendations for menu updates or improvements

Requirements:

• Proven experience as an Executive Chef or similar role in a high-volume restaurant setting
• Extensive knowledge of various cooking techniques, cuisines, and ingredients
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and train kitchen staff
• Excellent organization abilities with attention to detail
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Fluent in English (knowledge of Portuguese is a plus)
• Culinary degree or equivalent experience preferred

Salary: The salary for this temporary position is $1600 per month.

Location: This job is located in Lisbon. Candidates must have their own visa or be legally allowed to work in Portugal.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce. We value diversity in our employees' backgrounds, cultures, perspectives, and skills. We offer a challenging yet supportive work environment where creativity is encouraged and growth opportunities are available. If you are passionate about food and have the skills and experience we are looking for, we would love to hear from you!