P Vida Plena is an innovative hospitality group founded in Lisbon in ****, dedicated to making our guests and team feel truly at home.
We pride ourselves on delivering warm, blissful experiences, fostering a diverse and inclusive atmosphere, serving top-quality fresh food, and providing exceptional service.
p? The Role /pp As Head Chef at Javá, you will take full kitchen ownership, leading a team that delivers consistently delicious food while maintaining a positive, collaborative culture.
This is a hands-on role where you#39;ll oversee everything from menu execution and team leadership to efficiency, cost control, and supplier relationships.
You will work closely with the Javá Operations Manager and an External Consulant to ensure that the kitchen runs seamlessly, aligning with Vida Plena#39;s standards and values.
/pp? Your Key Responsibilities /pp Operational Efficiency /pulli Oversee all culinary operations, including the main kitchen, pop-up kitchen, and production kitchen, ensuring consistency, efficiency, and excellence in every dish served.
/lili Maintain high standards for food quality, presentation, and timing.
/lili Ensure every dish embodies balance, flavor, and high-quality ingredients while respecting cost structures.
/li /ulp Team Leadership Development /pulli Lead, mentor, and motivate a team of cooks and kitchen 25 + staff, fostering a supportive and high-energy environment.
/lili Train and develop the team, ensuring strong technical skills, consistency, and efficiency across all stations.
/lili Promote clear communication and strong collaboration between BOH and FOH teams.
/li /ulp? What We Expect From You /pulli Experience: 5+ years leading kitchen teams in a high-volume environment.
/lili Leadership: Ability to inspire and develop a team, fostering a culture of trust, learning, and excellence.
/lili Operational Efficiency: Skilled in optimizing workflows, problem-solving, and maintaining efficiency in fast-paced settings.
/lili Understanding of Cost Operations: Experience managing food costs, labor efficiency, and kitchen budgets.
/lili Quality-Driven Mentality: A deep respect for high-quality ingredients, simple but excellent cooking, and consistency.
/li /ulp What#39;s in it for you?
/pulli Culture of Excellence: Join a team that values quality, passion, and attention to detail.
Work with talent and experienced people, as well as external consultants.
/lili Work With Top-Quality Ingredients: We invest in quality — you#39;ll work with carefully sourced products and suppliers, local and seasonal /lili Build and Lead Your Own Team: You#39;ll have the space and trust to shape your kitchen, develop your people, and create a strong, high-performing team culture.
/lili Strong Operational Support: Dedicated HQ support across HR, Finance, and Logistics - you focus on leading the kitchen and with right support and structure /lili Grow From Day One: Clear structure, regular performance reviews, and ongoing feedback to support your development as a leader - competitive salary and a monthly bonus linked to results and team performance.
/lili Join a Recognised and Ambitious Venue: Be part of a brand with a strong reputation and high standards — and grow with it as a key member of the BOH leadership team.
/li /ulp At Vida Plena, we believe that great food comes from a place of care - care for ingredients, for the team, and for the guests who walk through our doors.
If this feels like the right fit for you, we#39;d love to hear from you.
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