Segundo/a Jefe/a de Cocina – Occidental Menorca

About the role

The hotel is looking for a motivated Second Chef to support and, when needed, replace the Head Chef in managing the kitchen operations at the Occidental Menorca property. You will help drive sales, control costs, and ensure a high‑quality culinary experience for guests.

Key responsibilities

• Assist and substitute the Head Chef in daily kitchen management.
• Achieve sales targets and generate department revenue through promotional actions.
• Organise and coordinate all kitchen services.
• Control costs by efficiently managing resources.
• Lead, train, motivate and develop the kitchen team.
• Maintain service quality in line with guest expectations.

Required profile

• Higher vocational training in Kitchen Management, Hospitality or Tourism.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a similar role.
• High level of English is desirable.
• Good taste and olfactory memory, creativity and manual dexterity.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Customer‑oriented mindset and ability to work in a team.
• Problem‑solving, decision‑making and analytical abilities.

Required skills

• Food safety knowledge (HACCP).
• Proficiency with office software (e.g., Microsoft Office).
• Understanding of hospitality and kitchen equipment, products and utensils.

What we offer

• Flexible and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunities for professional development within a global hotel group.
• Exposure to a sustainable, award‑winning hospitality brand.