Chef de Partie

Job Description

The Chef de Partie is responsible for managing an assigned kitchen section, preparing and presenting dishes to SLS Barcelona standards, and supporting smooth daily service. Requirements typically include professional culinary training or equivalent experience, previous work in a hotel, restaurant, or high-volume kitchen, knowledge of food safety and hygiene procedures, and the ability to communicate effectively in a diverse team. The successful candidate is expected to maintain consistent quality, work efficiently under pressure, follow recipes and portion controls, keep the station clean and organised, minimise waste, and support junior kitchen colleagues. Flexibility for shifts, weekends, and public holidays is essential, along with a creative, professional, and guest-focused attitude.

Company Info

SLS Barcelona is a luxury lifestyle hotel operated under the SLS brand, part of Ennismore, which belongs to Accor. Located in Barcelona’s waterfront area, the property combines upscale accommodation with distinctive design, lively restaurants, bars, entertainment, and event spaces. SLS hotels are known for a playful, fashionable atmosphere and a strong focus on dining, nightlife, and memorable guest experiences. The Barcelona property attracts international leisure travellers, local residents, and guests attending celebrations or business events. Working there generally means joining a multicultural hospitality team in a busy, high-energy environment. Employees may benefit from the standards, training opportunities, and international reach associated with Accor and Ennismore, while being expected to deliver polished service, creativity, teamwork, and attention to detail.

Destination Guide

Spain’s main island destinations include Mallorca, Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Ibiza, Lanzarote, Fuerteventura, and Menorca. Hospitality offers many opportunities in hotels, resorts, restaurants, bars, events, wellness, and water-based tourism, with the strongest demand during the spring and summer seasons. Island culture blends Spanish traditions with local identities, relaxed social life, outdoor activities, and strong food and festival scenes. Lifestyle is generally sunny and active, although rent and transport can be expensive in popular areas and seasonal work may be less secure. EU, EEA, and Swiss citizens can work with registration and a Spanish identification number. Non-EU applicants normally need an employer-sponsored work permit before starting employment. Relocating requires arranging accommodation, registration, healthcare, banking, and a tax number. Spanish is valuable, while English and other languages are useful in international resorts. Barcelona is mainland Spain, not an island destination.