Chef vacancy in Braga Portugal

Country: Portugal

Job Title: Executive Chef



As an Executive Chef, you will be responsible for overseeing the entire kitchen operations of our upscale restaurant in Braga, Portugal. Your main goal will be to maintain high-quality standards and ensure customer satisfaction through creating and executing innovative menus that showcase our restaurant's unique culinary style.

Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement creative and seasonal menus that align with our restaurant's concept and vision
- Oversee all aspects of food preparation, including sourcing ingredients, cooking techniques, portion control, plating, and presentation
- Train and mentor kitchen staff to maintain consistency in food quality and service standards
- Monitor food costs and inventory levels to ensure profitability without sacrificing quality
- Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations in the kitchen
- Collaborate with the front-of-house team to create a seamless dining experience for guests

Requirements:
- Proven experience as an Executive Chef or similar role in a fine-dining restaurant setting
- Extensive knowledge of diverse cuisines, cooking techniques, and ingredients
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a team
- Excellent time management skills to handle multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail
- Ability to adapt to changing business needs and demands while maintaining a positive attitude
- Fluent in Portuguese (both written and spoken) with proficiency in English being a plus

Education & Qualifications:
- Culinary degree or equivalent preferred but not required if accompanied by relevant work experience
- Certifications in food safety and sanitation preferred

Compensation & Benefits:
This is a full-time position offering a competitive salary of 1500$ per month. In addition, we offer benefits such as health insurance, vacation time, employee discounts at our restaurant, ongoing training opportunities, and potential for growth within our company.

If you are passionate about creating exceptional dining experiences through your culinary expertise and leadership skills, we welcome you to apply for this exciting opportunity as our Executive Chef in Braga, Portugal.