Executive Chef_METT Barcelona
17 hours ago
Vitoria-Gasteiz
Sunset Hospitality Group (SHG) is a leading multinational lifestyle hospitality group, with a wide portfolio encompassing Hotels & Resorts, Restaurants, Beach Clubs, Nightclubs, Fitness Centers, and more. SHG operates over 81 venues in 25 countries with a commitment to delivering authentic and diverse hospitality experiences that bring people together all around the world. We are looking for a visionary and experienced Executive Chef for METT Barcelona Hotel (Carretera de Vallvidrera al Tibidabo 83–93), to lead and elevate the hotel’s entire gastronomic proposition across its distinctive F&B venues. Set above the city with breathtaking panoramic views, METT Barcelona offers a refined yet relaxed lifestyle experience where gastronomy plays a central role, blending Mediterranean essence, local authenticity, and contemporary flair. The Executive Chef will oversee and drive the culinary direction of all F&B outlets within the hotel, including: • Albarada Restaurant a contemporary Mediterranean dining concept rooted in local Catalan identity, focusing on seasonal ingredients and refined execution., • 1925 Vermutería a vibrant tapas concept celebrating Catalan vermouth culture and locally sourced products., • Florida Lounge by Lladró an elegant all-day lounge offering light fare in a sophisticated social setting., • Pool Club a lifestyle-driven outlet combining relaxed dining with panoramic views and a luxury leisure atmosphere., • Breakfast, in-room dining, and banqueting/events operations. Main Responsibilities • Lead the culinary vision, strategy, and execution across all F&B outlets, ensuring a cohesive and elevated gastronomic identity., • Further develop and position Albarada as a benchmark Mediterranean/Catalan dining experience., • Curate menus that celebrate seasonality, local sourcing, and Mediterranean heritage, with a modern and innovative approach., • Oversee daily kitchen operations across multiple outlets, ensuring consistency and excellence., • Recruit, train, and inspire high-performing culinary teams., • Maintain the highest standards of food quality, presentation, and hygiene., • Manage food costs, supplier relationships, and inventory efficiently., • Collaborate closely with F&B, marketing, and hotel leadership to create memorable guest experiences aligned with the METT lifestyle brand., • Support the development of unique concepts, activations, and seasonal offerings (e.g., brunches, events, pool experiences). Qualifications • Proven experience as Executive Chef or Head Chef in high-end hotels or standalone restaurants., • Strong expertise in Mediterranean and Catalan cuisine, with the ability to reinterpret tradition in a contemporary way., • Experience managing multi-outlet operations (essential)., • Demonstrated leadership, team development, and organizational skills., • Strong financial acumen and cost control experience., • High standards in quality, creativity, and operational excellence., • Fluent Spanish and strong command of English. Benefits • Competitive salary package., • Discounts across Sunset Hospitality venues worldwide., • Career growth opportunities within a dynamic international group If you are a passionate culinary leader ready to shape one of Barcelona’s most unique gastronomic destinations, we would love to hear from you. Learn more: