Cook - The Barcelona EDITION

Role summary

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The Cook prepares and presents high-quality dishes according to recipes, menus, and hotel standards. Responsibilities include food preparation, cooking, portion control, plating, maintaining cleanliness, and following food-safety and hygiene procedures. Candidates should have professional kitchen experience, basic knowledge of cooking techniques, ingredient handling, and HACCP or equivalent food-safety practices. A culinary qualification is helpful but may not be essential. The role requires teamwork, reliability, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently during busy service periods. Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and holidays is expected. Good communication skills and a professional attitude are important in delivering the refined dining experience associated with The Barcelona EDITION.

About the employer

The Barcelona EDITION is a luxury lifestyle hotel operated under EDITION Hotels, Marriott International’s design-led boutique hotel brand. EDITION properties combine distinctive architecture, stylish interiors, thoughtful service, and destination-focused dining and nightlife. Located in Barcelona’s historic city centre, the hotel offers accommodation, restaurants, bars, and event spaces designed for both international travellers and local guests. Marriott International is one of the world’s largest hospitality companies, with a global portfolio spanning luxury, premium, select-service, and extended-stay brands. Working at The Barcelona EDITION typically means operating in a multicultural, guest-focused environment where presentation, consistency, discretion, and personalised service are highly valued. Culinary employees support the hotel’s restaurants and events while following Marriott and local standards for quality, safety, and responsible food handling.

Working in Spain Islands

Spain’s main island destinations include the Balearic Islands—Mallorca, Menorca, Ibiza, and Formentera—and the Canary Islands, including Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Lanzarote, and Fuerteventura. Hospitality offers the largest number of jobs, especially in hotels, restaurants, bars, kitchens, resorts, tourism, events, and seasonal entertainment. Life combines outdoor activities, strong local traditions, relaxed social culture, and busy summer seasons. Mallorca and Ibiza are international and seasonal, while the Canaries offer a longer tourism season and mild weather throughout the year. EU, EEA, and Swiss citizens can work in Spain with registration and a Spanish tax and social-security number. Non-EU applicants normally need an employer-sponsored work permit before starting employment. Relocation costs, accommodation availability, and seasonal rent should be considered carefully. Spanish is useful, while English and German are valuable in many tourist areas.