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Cocinero/a
Role summary
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The Cocinero/a position involves preparing and presenting dishes according to hotel recipes, quality standards and food-safety procedures. Typical duties include mise en place, cooking, portion control, maintaining clean workstations and supporting smooth kitchen service. Candidates are generally expected to have culinary training or previous kitchen experience, knowledge of hygiene and allergen controls, good teamwork, organisation and the ability to work efficiently during busy periods. Flexibility for shifts, weekends and public holidays is important. Spanish communication skills are normally useful, while English or other languages may be an advantage in an international hotel. A professional attitude, reliability and willingness to follow Meliá standards are also expected.
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.
Guidance, not legal advice. Rules change; your employer confirms the details for your case.
Working in the Canary Islands
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About Melia Hotels International
Meliá Hotels International is one of Spain’s largest hospitality groups and operates hotels and resorts in destinations across Europe, the Americas, Africa and Asia. Founded in Mallorca, the company manages well-known brands including Meliá, Paradisus, ME by Meliá, INNSiDE and Sol by Meliá. Its properties range from urban business hotels to all-inclusive beach resorts. Meliá places emphasis on guest experience, responsible tourism, employee development and international career opportunities. The Sol Arona hotel is located in Los Cristianos, Tenerife, and serves leisure visitors in a popular resort environment. Employees typically work within structured hotel departments, following brand procedures for service quality, hygiene, safety and operational efficiency. Benefits and working conditions vary according to the property, role and applicable Spanish hospitality collective agreement.