Head Chef in Santa Cruz De Tenerife

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 standards
• Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of chefs, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement
• Operational Excellence: Oversee daily kitchen operations, including mise en place, service flow, and rigorous quality control
• Financial Management: Control food costs, inventory, and supplier relationships to meet budgetary targets without compromising quality
• Collaboration: Work with central support teams, including procurement and the development kitchen, to source premium ingredients
• Guest Experience: Ensure every dish exceeds expectations and aligns with our service standards
• Compliance: Maintain the highest food safety, hygiene, and regulatory standards

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years’ experience as Head Chef or in high-end restaurants
• Proven ability to lead and develop culinary teams in fast-paced environments
• Strong financial and operational management skills with a track record of cost control and profitability
• Expertise in contemporary culinary techniques and a passion for innovation
• Fluency in Spanish and English
• HACCP certification and up-to-date knowledge of food safety regulations

• Experience in multi-concept or multi-unit restaurant groups
• Background in high-volume or premium dining environments
• Familiarity with international culinary trends and premium ingredients

What We Offer

• The opportunity to lead a concept within a growing, award-winning group
• Competitive compensation package with performance bonuses
• Access to our development kitchen, premium suppliers, and culinary resources
• Career progression across our 18+ concepts and future openings
• Relocation support for international candidates
• Comprehensive 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

Voceer presents this job opportunity for COREcruitment, a 50 person sized company who are categorized as a Recruitment Agency.

This position is being managed by COREcruitment, a reputable recruitment agency known for placing candidates in desirable positions.