Key responsibilities
- Support the Head Chef in the preparation and execution of daily meals, private dinners, and special events to the highest standard.
- Step up and lead the kitchen confidently and autonomously during the Head Chef's absence, maintaining full continuity of quality and service.
- Assist in menu development, ingredient sourcing, stock control, and supplier coordination, ensuring the kitchen operates efficiently at all times.
- Uphold the strictest food safety, allergen management, and kitchen hygiene protocols — non-negotiable in a private household environment.
- Anticipate needs, propose improvements, and bring a proactive mindset to daily operations — contributing ideas before being asked.
- Adapt flexibly to the household's schedule, including events.

Requirements:
- 5+ years of experience in a luxury hotel, fine-dining restaurant, or private household kitchen, with demonstrated ability to work at a senior level.
- Fluency in both English and Spanish — essential for communication within the household team.




- Solid expertise across multiple cuisines, with strong knowledge of dietary requirements, allergens, and seasonal cooking.
- Ability to work seamlessly as part of a small, close-knit team with a collaborative, ego-free attitude.
- Absolute discretion and professionalism — the ability to operate within a confidential private household with maturity and integrity.
- A proactive, detail-driven approach — someone who takes ownership, anticipates problems, and consistently raises the bar.

Benefits
- Exclusive environment: work within one of Barcelona's most prestigious private residences
- Build and shape the kitchen culture and culinary identity from the ground up
- High-profile exposure: serve an elite private household within the international luxury circuit
- Competitive package: remuneration aligned with the exceptional level of this role

📌 Sous Chef (Donostia / San Sebastián)
🏢 UTOPIA
📍 Donostia / San Sebastián