L'Eixample, Barcelona
As Head Chef, you will take full responsibility for the kitchen at our Barcelona bistro. You’ll manage daily production for the café, deliveries, catering events and catering boxes, making sure food is fresh, consistent, and on time. You’ll also oversee workflows, costs, and staff schedules, ensuring smooth operations every day. Key responsibilities Café Operations • Lead and manage all daily kitchen operations for the café., • Plan and prepare menus with a focus on healthy, balanced lunch options., • Oversee prep and service for deliveries and takeaway orders., • Maintain recipe costings, tech sheets, and yield cards., • Manage inventory, suppliers, and procurement., • Ensure high standards of food quality, consistency, and hygiene., • Coordinate with the barista for smooth front- and back-of-house operations. Catering & Deliveries • Prepare and organize catering events and catering boxes with consistent quality and presentation., • Manage logistics for catering services as well as bespoke catering events, • Support delivery-focused operations, ensuring food is packaged and transported properly. Team & Administration • Create and manage staff schedules for the kitchen team., • Train and support junior staff when applicable., • Track and manage food costs, reconcile invoices, and minimize waste. Future Development • Be open to adapting workflows and schedules as the bistro expands into dinner service., • Contribute ideas for future menu development and operational improvements.