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COMMIS DE CUISINE (Ayudante de cocina)
Role summary
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The Commis de Cuisine supports chefs with food preparation, basic cooking, plating, stock handling and maintaining clean, organised work areas. Candidates are expected to have an interest in professional cooking, good hygiene awareness and the ability to follow recipes, safety procedures and instructions accurately. Previous kitchen experience or culinary training is advantageous, although willingness to learn is important. The role requires teamwork, reliability, physical stamina and flexibility to work shifts, weekends and public holidays in a busy hotel environment. Spanish is useful, while additional languages may be valued. The successful candidate should provide friendly, efficient support and maintain Meliá’s standards for quality, cleanliness and guest satisfaction.
Can I work in the Canary Islands?
Never pay anyone for a visa or a job offer. A real employer pays the permit costs and never asks you for money.
How it works
How it works: Local-first test (hotel jobs are not on the shortage list), or a seasonal permit that comes with employer housing.
Official source: Spanish Ministry of Inclusion: residence and work permit for employees. Checked November 2026.
What the job usually comes with in the Canary Islands
Usual for the Canary Islands, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.
| Housing | Not usually; severe housing shortage |
|---|---|
| Meals | Staff meals customary |
| Flights | No |
| Service charge | Small pooled tips |
| Contract | More often year-round |
| Leave | 30 days; pay in 14 instalments |
| Income tax | About 15% to 20% in all |
Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.
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Working in the Canary Islands
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About Melia Hotels International
Meliá Hotels International is one of Spain’s leading hotel groups and a major international hospitality company. Founded in Mallorca in 1956, it operates hotels and resorts across Spain and numerous destinations worldwide through brands including Meliá, Gran Meliá, ME by Meliá, INNSiDE and Sol by Meliá. The company manages city hotels, beach resorts and luxury properties, with a strong focus on guest experience, service quality and responsible tourism. Meliá promotes career development, training and internal mobility across its properties. At Meliá Costa Atlantis in Puerto de la Cruz, Tenerife, employees work in a resort environment serving leisure travellers and supporting the hotel’s food, beverage and accommodation operations.