Kitchen Trainee

“The world is yours with Meliá”Continuing at Meliá means advancing on a journey without borders, seizing the unlimited growth and development opportunities that our global family offers you. It's knowing that the world is yours and that your chances to work in various countries are within your reach, all while still being part of our great family. It is experiencing one of the most exciting journeys of your life, a journey where personal and professional growth will accompany you at every step. Are you ready to take the reins of your professional career and explore new inspiring opportunities within Meliá?Mission The intern actively participates, under the guidance of the kitchen team, in the preparation and presentation of dishes. They contribute to upholding quality standards and recipes, while developing technical skills and an eye for creativity, taste, and presentation — with the goal of offering guests a memorable dining experience.What will you be doing?Assist the team in preparing dishes and in tasks assigned by the tutor or supervisor.Support basic preparations and gradually contribute to more complex recipes as training progresses.Keep workstations, refrigerators, and storage areas clean and well-organized, ensuring responsible use of ingredients.Learn best practices for efficient ingredient management, reducing waste and losses.Handle equipment safely and responsibly, following the tutor’s instructions.Comply with hygiene and cleaning procedures to ensure food quality and safety.Promptly report any issues or needs encountered during activities to the supervisor.Follow the HACCP standards and procedures defined by the company.What are we looking for?Ongoing or recently completed training in Gastronomy, Culinary Arts, or Hospitality School.Italian language required; English knowledge is a plus.Basic knowledge of cooking techniques and food handling.Passion for food and hospitality, curiosity, and willingness to learn.At Meliá we are all VIP Great professionals who make everyday life easier and exceptional. From the junior to the most senior, all of them have unique and important qualities that make working at Meliá an opportunity for constant growth and a passport to create your future wherever you want. Our warmth, proximity and passion for what we do make working at Meliá an unforgettable experience, full of emotional moments and always with the feeling that you belong to a big family where we have people like you, VIP People.At Meliá Hotels International, we are committed to equal opportunities between women and men in the workplace, with the commitment of management and the principles contained in Human Resources policies. We also prioritize disseminating throughout the entire staff a corporate culture committed to effective equality, and raising awareness about the need to act jointly and globally.We promote our commitment to equality and diversity, avoiding any kind of discrimination, especially related to reasons of disability, race, religion, gender, or age. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our employees are essential for our success as a global company.Additionally, we support the sustainable growth of our industry through a socially responsible team. In this sense, our motto is “Towards a sustainable future, from a responsible present”. Thanks to all our collaborators, we make it possible.If you want to be “Very Inspiring People”, follow us on: INSTAGRAM – TIKTOK – LINKEDIN – INDEED – GLASSDOOR.#J-18808-Ljbffr