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 26 countries with a commitment to deliver authentic and diverse hospitality experiences that bring people together, all around the world.

At METT Marbella-Estepona , we are looking for a visionary and hands-on Executive Chef to lead the culinary strategy across our four restaurants – Isola, Ammos Greek, Lola Taberna and Azure Beach -as well as Breakfast, In-Room Dining and Banqueting operations.

Main responsabilities:

• Lead and continuously evolve the overall culinary strategy of the hotel, including menu innovation and concept enhancement, to drive revenue, guest satisfaction and brand positioning.
• Oversee daily kitchen operations across all F&B outlets, ensuring consistency, quality and innovation.
• Ensure exceptional food quality, presentation standards and a superior dining experience across all outlets.
• Take full ownership of kitchen budgeting, food cost control, purchasing and supplier management.
• Ensure strict compliance with food safety, HACCP, hygiene and health regulations.
• Lead, recruit, train and develop a high-performing culinary team across all outlets.
• Manage workforce planning, scheduling, performance evaluations and succession development.
• Foster a culture of creativity, accountability and operational excellence.
• Collaborate closely with the Chefs de Cuisine of each outlet, as well as Hotel Management, F&B and Marketing teams, to ensure alignment, operational excellence and an outstanding guest experience.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience as Executive Chef or Senior Executive Sous Chef within a lifestyle resort or luxury hotel environment.
• Proven experience managing multiple restaurant concepts simultaneously, including high-volume and à la carte operations.
• Fluent in Spanish and/or English.
• Strong financial acumen, with demonstrated success in budgeting, food cost control and supplier negotiations.
• Solid knowledge of HACCP, food safety regulations and quality control standards.
• Experience leading large, multicultural kitchen teams, with a strong focus on performance, development and talent retention.
• Creative and commercially driven mindset, with the ability to drive innovation while maintaining brand consistency and maximising revenue.
• High standards in food presentation, hygiene and operational excellence.
• Excellent leadership, organisational and communication skills.

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary.
• Discounts Across Sunset’s Venues and More: Experience the Sunset lifestyle to the fullest with exclusive discounts at all our venues and beyond.
• Career Growth Opportunities: Your professional journey is our priority. Elevate your career with tailored growth opportunities that align with your ambitions.

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