Head Chef

Description

Job Summary: We are seeking a professional passionate about high-end hospitality to lead the kitchen team and ensure excellence in dish preparation, upholding the ethical and transparent values of Ekos Group. Key Highlights: 1. Join a team that transforms experiences into memories 2. We value a collaborative and inclusive work environment 3. Committed to continuous improvement #### **Job Description:** If you are passionate about high-end hospitality and strive to create unforgettable moments for guests, Ekos Group is the right place for you. We seek professionals dedicated to excellence, with a team spirit and eagerness to grow. If you share our values of ethics, transparency, and continuous improvement, we want to meet you! Join a team that transforms experiences into memories. Come build the future of luxury hospitality with us! #### **Responsibilities:** * Lead, supervise, and develop the kitchen assistant and chef teams; train, guide, and provide feedback whenever necessary. * Create and manage work schedules, vacation planning, and team management. * Ensure quality and standardization of dishes served according to the menu, technical specifications, and food quality control. * Monitor ingredient and supply inventory, requesting restocks as needed. * Ensure compliance with hygiene, safety, and good kitchen practices. * Supervise dish preparation and plating. * Prepare salads and cold preparations: cold sauces (vinaigrette, mayonnaise, etc.) and cold buffet. * Prepare staff meals according to the daily menu. * Organize and maintain kitchen cleanliness. #### **Requirements and Qualifications:** * Technical or higher education degree in gastronomy. * Certification in food handling best practices and cross-contamination prevention. * Prior experience in this role and in large-scale kitchens within the hospitality sector is preferred. * Understanding of the 5Rs concept: rethink, reduce, refuse, reuse, and recycle, applicable to kitchen operations. * Ability to work collaboratively and lead people. * Organization and hygiene awareness, proactivity, rapid problem-solving ability, communication skills, and dynamism. * Availability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays. #### **Additional Information:** * Airfare (Recife x Fernando de Noronha upon hiring and during vacations) * Accommodation * Meals * Health insurance * Dental insurance * Life insurance * Birthday Day Off * Vacation every 6 months #### **Hiring Process Steps:** * Registration * HR interview * Leadership interview * Approval + Offer * Hiring #### **Our Work Philosophy:** We value a collaborative and inclusive work environment where open communication is essential. We believe the best solutions emerge when we work together, learning from and sharing knowledge with one another. We remain committed to dialogue and continuous improvement, constantly refining our processes and practices.