Head Chef

Location:

Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain

Salary:

£30.7k – 39.5k per year + gross

Type:

Contract

Start Date:

end of the year

Contract Period:

as per contract

Main Industry:

Search Catering & Hospitality Jobs

Advertiser:

COREcruitment

Job ID:

133199973

Posted On:

17 July 2026

Job Title: Head Chef – high-volume location
Location: Barcelona, Spain
Salary: A‚¬35,000-A‚¬45,0000, gross per year + benefits

For our client, a modern restaurant celebrating fire-based cooking, premium local ingredients, and genuine hospitality we are looking for an exceptional Head Chef to take full ownership of the kitchen. Our kitchen takes pride in selecting the finest products and transforming them into contemporary dishes.

You will lead with purpose, build high-performing teams, and create a culture of excellence. This role is about setting standards daily, inspiring your team, and delivering outstanding food and service. As a leader, mentor, and coach, you will drive quality while helping your team grow.

A strong understanding of butchery, kitchen organization, and developing people is essential.

Key responsibilities:

* Lead, inspire, and develop a passionate kitchen team
* Foster a positive, high-performing culture where people take pride in their work
* Oversee all kitchen operations: prep, ordering, GP, stock control, rotas, and compliance
* Maintain exceptional food safety and cleanliness standards
* Deliver calm, organized, and consistent service from the pass
* Engage with guests and bring hospitality to life
* Collaborate with front-of-house to ensure a seamless guest experience
* Drive high standards of food quality, presentation, and consistency

Key requirements:
You are an experienced Head Chef or an exceptional Senior Sous Chef ready for the next step. You have a passion for outstanding food, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to developing great people.

* A confident and inspiring leader
* Passionate about food, quality, and open fire-based cooking
* Experienced in managing high-volume, premium kitchens
* Commercially aware, with strong stock, GP, and labour control
* Deep understanding of food safety, allergens, and kitchen compliance
* Committed to coaching and developing your team
* Organized, resilient, and calm under pressure
* Lead by example and set exceptional standards every day

Above all, you share our passion for great food, great people, and creating unforgettable experiences.

Job Title: Head Chef – high-volume restaurant
Location: Barcelona, Spain
Salary: A‚¬35,000-A‚¬45,0000, gross per year + benefits

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