Head Chef

Job Title:  Head Chef
Location:  Tenerife, Spain
Salary:      €40,000 gross + bonus
Start:        ASAP

For our client, a leading independent multi-brand restaurant operator with 20+ locations and 18 distinctive hospitality concepts, from premium restaurants to high-volume dining destinations, serving over 2.5 million guests annually we are looking for a skilled Head Chef. If you are specialized in any of these concepts: Neapolitan Style Pizzeria, Nikkei cuisine, Latin Fusion, Chinese, high-volume production this is the job for you.

As Head Chef, you will lead all culinary operations for one of our distinctive concepts, delivering exceptional dining experiences that uphold our reputation for excellence. You will manage a skilled team, drive culinary innovation, and ensure seamless kitchen operations in a dynamic, high-visibility environment.

Key Responsibilities

Menu Development: Create and execute creative, high-quality menus aligned with the concept’s vision and standardsTeam Leadership: Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of chefs, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvementOperational Excellence: Oversee daily kitchen operations, including mise en place, service flow, and rigorous quality controlFinancial Management: Control food costs, inventory, and supplier relationships to meet budgetary targets without compromising qualityCollaboration: Work with central support teams, including procurement and the development kitchen, to source premium ingredientsGuest Experience: Ensure every dish exceeds expectations and aligns with our service standardsCompliance: Maintain the highest food safety, hygiene, and regulatory standards

Requirements

Minimum 5 years’ experience as Head Chef or in high-end restaurantsProven ability to lead and develop culinary teams in fast-paced environmentsStrong financial and operational management skills with a track record of cost control and profitabilityExpertise in contemporary culinary techniques and a passion for innovationFluency in Spanish and EnglishHACCP certification and up-to-date knowledge of food safety regulations Experience in multi-concept or multi-unit restaurant groupsBackground in high-volume or premium dining environmentsFamiliarity with international culinary trends and premium ingredients

What We Offer

The opportunity to lead a concept within a growing, award-winning groupCompetitive compensation package with performance bonusesAccess to our development kitchen, premium suppliers, and culinary resourcesCareer progression across our 18+ concepts and future openingsRelocation support for international candidatesComprehensive benefits package

Job Title:  Head Chef
Location:  Tenerife, Spain
Salary:      €40,000 gross + bonus
Start:        ASAP

If you are a dynamic, experienced leader with a passion for premium hospitality, submit your CV to luizas@corecruitment.com